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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a General Manager of Distribution to lead and oversee all aspects of our distribution operations. This role is critical in ensuring the efficient, timely, and cost-effective delivery of products to our customers. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in logistics, supply chain management, and team leadership. As the General Manager of Distribution, you will be responsible for developing and implementing distribution strategies, managing warehouse operations, optimizing transportation networks, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
You will work closely with other departments such as procurement, sales, and customer service to align distribution activities with overall business goals. Your leadership will be essential in driving continuous improvement initiatives, enhancing service levels, and reducing operational costs. You will also be expected to manage budgets, analyze performance metrics, and lead a team of distribution managers, supervisors, and staff.
The successful candidate will possess excellent problem-solving skills, a data-driven mindset, and the ability to make strategic decisions under pressure. Experience with warehouse management systems (WMS), transportation management systems (TMS), and enterprise resource planning (ERP) software is highly desirable. This is a high-impact role that requires a proactive leader who can adapt to changing market conditions and drive operational excellence across the distribution network.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Develop and implement distribution strategies to meet business objectives
- Oversee daily operations of warehouses and distribution centers
- Manage transportation logistics and optimize delivery routes
- Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards
- Collaborate with procurement, sales, and customer service teams
- Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs)
- Lead, mentor, and develop distribution team members
- Manage budgets and control operational costs
- Implement continuous improvement initiatives
- Negotiate contracts with carriers and third-party logistics providers
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or related field
- 10+ years of experience in distribution or logistics management
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- Proficiency in WMS, TMS, and ERP systems
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Knowledge of transportation regulations and compliance standards
- Experience with budget management and cost control
- Proven track record of process improvement and operational efficiency
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What experience do you have managing large-scale distribution operations?
- How have you optimized logistics or transportation networks in the past?
- Describe a time you led a successful process improvement initiative.
- What WMS or TMS platforms are you familiar with?
- How do you ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards?
- What strategies have you used to reduce distribution costs?
- How do you handle underperforming team members?
- Describe your approach to cross-functional collaboration.
- What KPIs do you track to measure distribution performance?
- How do you stay updated on industry trends and best practices?
