Distribution Operations Manager

Hi-Line•Dallas, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Hi-Line is seeking a passionate and experienced Operations Manager to lead their Distribution Team. This is an onsite role in Farmers Branch, TX, Monday - Friday from 7am - 4pm. Hi-Line is a nationwide distributor of 100,000+ industrial aftermarket products across various industries. The ideal candidate has a can-do attitude, high integrity, and a growth mindset. This person should be a skilled professional who is comfortable working on the floor of a Distribution Center, able to lead a team, and analyze data to make decisions. We’re looking for a leader who can work effectively with various levels of the organization to get things done, loves learning, and can help us grow to the next level.

Requirements

10+ years’ experience managing an Operations Department
Distribution experience in prior role(s)
Prior experience leading a team of 20 or more employees mandatory
Advanced knowledge in Excel
Superb leadership and communication skills
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Exceptional analytical and strategic thinking abilities
Ability to multitask, prioritize and delegate daily activities

Nice To Haves

Experience with 20k+ SKUs preferred
Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Responsibilities

Maintain a staff of cross-trained and effective DC Operation Team Members.
Manage all distribution operational areas including inbound, outbound, packaging, stocking, returns, kitting, spooling, equipment operation, and inventory control.
Lead quality control efforts.
Establish departmental priorities, staffing plans, work assignments, and performance expectations.
Exercise independent judgment in resolving operational, staffing, inventory, quality, and customer-service issues.
Develop staffing plans based on order volume, service requirements, productivity expectations, and business growth.
Monitor overtime, attendance, scheduling, labor utilization, and departmental operating expenses.
Build leadership depth through coaching, cross-training, succession planning, and employee development.
Maintain a safe and compliant work environment by identifying hazards, enforcing safety procedures, investigating incidents, and implementing corrective actions.
Administer corrective actions as necessary, up to and including termination.
Conduct annual performance reviews with each team member.
Maintain documented policies, procedures, and best practices.
Improve Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s).
Suggest, develop, and implement improvements.
Facilitate training opportunities for the entire DC Operations Team.
Participate in ongoing professional development activities to continually improve job-related skills.