Warehouse Operations Manager

Cottonwood Distribution•South Jordan, UT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Cottonwood Distribution is seeking an experienced and results-driven Warehouse Operations Manager to lead our warehouse, logistics, and distribution operations. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for overseeing the entire distribution process-from inbound receiving and inventory replenishment to order fulfillment, transportation, and customer delivery. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, the Warehouse Operations Manager will lead a team of operational leaders and play a critical role in driving safety, efficiency, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement across all shifts.

Requirements

5+ years of warehouse, distribution, logistics, or supply chain management experience
2+ years of experience managing managers, supervisors, or multiple operational teams
Experience overseeing inbound, outbound, and fulfillment operations
Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
Experience utilizing Warehouse Management Systems
Proven ability to improve operational performance, productivity, and service levels
Strong understanding of warehouse safety and compliance standards

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, or related field
Experience with DOT-regulated transportation operations
Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement experience
Experience in food distribution, wholesale distribution, or high-volume warehouse environments
Experience with route optimization and delivery management systems

Responsibilities

Oversee end-to-end warehouse and distribution operations
Lead inbound receiving, inventory replenishment, order fulfillment, truck loading, and customer delivery functions
Develop and execute operational strategies that improve productivity, service levels, and cost efficiency
Establish and monitor KPIs to drive accountability and results
Ensure seamless coordination between day, night, and logistics teams
Directly manage and develop three operational leaders: Day Warehouse Manager, Night Warehouse Manager, Logistics Manager
Coach, mentor, and develop leadership talent throughout the organization
Partner with Human Resources on recruiting, onboarding, performance management, and employee development
Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement
Ensure inventory accuracy and effective replenishment processes
Oversee receiving operations, cycle counts, and inventory controls
Drive accurate and timely order fulfillment
Optimize warehouse workflows and labor utilization
Support route planning and delivery execution to maximize customer service and efficiency
Champion a safety-first culture across all operations
Ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT, and company safety standards
Lead incident investigations and corrective action initiatives
Maintain facility standards, equipment readiness, and operational security
Manage warehouse and logistics budgets
Monitor labor, equipment, and operational costs
Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising service or safety
Prepare operational reports, forecasts, and performance updates for senior leadership