Manager, Distribution

Kubota • Edgerton, KS

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Distribution Manager leads warehouse and distribution operations at Kubota Tractor Corporation’s Edgerton, Kansas Distribution Center. The role drives safety, service, productivity, and inventory accuracy through a team of supervisors and frontline leaders. In partnership with the General Manager and cross-functional teams, the manager develops talent, optimizes operational performance, and supports Kubota’s dealer network and customers across North America.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Five or more years of progressive warehouse and distribution leadership experience with a bachelor’s degree, or 10 or more years of equivalent leadership experience in lieu of a degree.
• Strong knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory management, transportation logistics, warehouse management system platforms, and OSHA compliance.
• Proven ability to lead through leaders and develop high-performing teams.
• Experience using SAP, warehouse management systems, and Microsoft 365 applications, including Excel.
• Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to work in office and warehouse environments, including varying temperatures.
• Ability to walk throughout the facility and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to safely work around warehouse equipment and wear required PPE.
• Ability to travel within the facility and operate standard office technology.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field.
• Experience leading distribution operations in a high-volume manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Experience with Lean, continuous improvement, and process optimization initiatives.
• Knowledge of workforce planning, budgeting, and operational performance management.

Responsibilities

• Lead distribution center operations, including receiving, inventory management, order fulfillment, shipping, and yard activities.
• Drive a culture of safety, quality, and compliance, ensuring adherence to company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Develop, coach, and lead supervisors and frontline leaders to build a high-performing and engaged workforce.
• Monitor operational performance and implement improvements to productivity, inventory accuracy, service levels, and cost efficiency.
• Partner with the General Manager to execute business strategies, achieve operational goals, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Analyze performance metrics and lead problem-solving efforts to improve processes and operational results.
• Oversee facility, equipment, and material handling assets to ensure safe and reliable operations.
• Support budgeting, workforce planning, and financial performance through effective labor and expense management.
• Collaborate with Human Resources and cross-functional teams on talent development, employee relations, and organizational growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED