Operations Manager, Distribution Center

Lennox International • Memphis, TN

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About The Position

We’re looking for a dynamic, results-driven Operations Manager to lead our Distribution Center. In this role, you’ll own the full spectrum of distribution operations—driving performance, building high-performing teams, and creating a culture rooted in safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
This is more than a leadership role—it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact by helping scale operations, optimize processes, and develop people in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience)
• 8+ years of distribution or warehouse operations experience
• Proven success leading large, multi-shift, high-volume operations
• Strong expertise in Lean methodologies, KPIs, and operational best practices
• Experience with freight and transportation operations
• Proficiency in SAP (ERP, EWM, TM) and Microsoft Office
• Strong leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving skills

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the HVAC industry
• Hands-on experience launching or scaling a new distribution facility

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end distribution center operations across a high-volume, multi-shift environment
• Ensure seamless execution across inbound, outbound, and inventory processes
• Deliver best-in-class service levels through consistent, reliable operations
• Champion Lean and Continuous Improvement initiatives to boost productivity and reduce costs
• Establish clear KPIs, metrics, and operating rhythms to drive visibility and accountability
• Ensure inventory accuracy and system integrity across SAP platforms
• Manage labor planning, budgets, and overall operational performance
• Ensure accurate shipping, receiving, and inventory control aligned with service expectations
• Maintain equipment, facility readiness, and operational reliability
• Lead a strong safety-first culture with full OSHA compliance
• Proactively identify and mitigate risks across operations
• Ensure training, policies, and procedures are consistently followed
• Build, coach, and develop a high-performing team of leaders and associates
• Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous growth
• Play a key role in facility startup, ramp-up, and long-term operational success

Benefits

• tuition reimbursement
• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• prescription drug coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• short-term disability insurance
• 8 weeks paid birthing leave
• 2 weeks paid bonding leave
• life and long-term disability insurance
• 12 days paid time off
• 2 paid well-being days
• 1 paid volunteer day
• 12 paid holidays
• 3 floating holidays per year

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager