Distribution Manager

Flowers Bakery Of London • London, KY

416d

About The Position

The Distribution Manager at Flowers Bakery of London, LLC is responsible for overseeing the safe, efficient, and timely operation of the Shipping and Transport departments. This role involves managing automated shipping systems, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and fostering positive employee relations. The position requires strong leadership skills and the ability to meet key performance indicators (KPIs) while maintaining effective communication with other departments and external transport providers.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalency.
• Completion of formal management skills training program.
• Two (2) or more years experience as Shipping Superintendent.

Responsibilities

• Carries out policies established by company officials and policy manuals.
• Meets or exceeds assigned KPIs.
• Ensures that shipping employees are properly instructed in the care and safe operation of equipment.
• Promotes positive employee relations and interdepartmental communication and cooperation.
• Supervises activities of the Shipping and 3rd party transport providers.
• Ensures that products received from Production Department and from other plants are properly handled and shipped on schedule.
• Recruits and, in conjunction with the Human Resources Department, hires qualified shipping personnel and drivers.
• Maintains communication with other department heads.
• Develops and maintains a close working relation with the contracted shipper.
• Establishes and maintains Safety Programs and safe operating procedures and monitor employee compliance.
• Contributes to and protects company profits.
• Assists in preparing and evaluating operating budget.
• Maintains cleanliness of work area.
• Ensures compliance with all company policies and procedures (EEO, Sexual Harassment, Safety, Sarbanes Oxley, etc.).
• Performs other duties as directed by supervision.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and medical benefits
• 401(k) Retirement savings plan
• Professional growth and leadership training
• Paid vacation, holidays, and parental leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Food Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED