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Assistant Distribution Center Manager Jobs in Michigan

Walmart

Distribution Center Manager

Coldwater, MI · On-site

$65K - $98K/yr

As an Area Manager, Fleet Safety, you will play an essential role in maintaining our high safety standards and supporting our commitment to excellence. What You'll Do: * Support Walmart ...

Kendall Group

Distribution Center Lead - 2nd shift

Portage, MI · On-site

$17.25 - $21.75/hr

The essential duties and responsibilities of the Distribution Center Lead position may consist of some or all, and are not limited to, the following: * Assist Supervisor/Manager with daily tasks and ...

Walmart

Distribution Center Area Manager

Coldwater, MI · On-site

$65K - $98K/yr

As an Area Manager, Fleet Safety, you will play an essential role in maintaining our high safety standards and supporting our commitment to excellence. What You'll Do: * Support Walmart ...

Walmart

Distribution Center Supervisor

Coldwater, MI · On-site

$65K - $98K/yr

As an Area Manager, Fleet Safety, you will play an essential role in maintaining our high safety standards and supporting our commitment to excellence. What You'll Do: * Support Walmart ...

City of Flint, MI

Water Distribution Supervisor

Flint, MI · On-site

$35.60 - $39.47/hr

Write specifications for water distribution and sewer maintenance vehicles, construction and ... Prepares and manages the cost center budget and annual activities report of the water service ...

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What does an assistant distribution center manager do?

An Assistant Distribution Center Manager helps oversee daily operations within a distribution center, supporting the manager in managing staff, ensuring on-time shipments, maintaining inventory accuracy, and enforcing safety protocols. They often coordinate logistics, monitor productivity, and help resolve operational issues. This role requires strong leadership, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. The assistant manager also plays a key role in training employees and implementing process improvements to increase efficiency.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an assistant distribution center manager?

To thrive as an Assistant Distribution Center Manager, you need strong leadership, logistics expertise, inventory management skills, and typically a bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, or a related field. Familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS), ERP software, and certifications like APICS or Lean Six Sigma are highly valued. Exceptional problem-solving, communication, and team-building abilities enable effective operations and staff motivation. These skills ensure efficient distribution processes, cost control, and a safe, productive work environment.

What are some common challenges faced by assistant distribution center managers, and how can they be addressed?

Assistant Distribution Center Managers often encounter challenges such as coordinating diverse teams, optimizing workflow efficiency, and managing inventory accuracy. To address these, strong communication and leadership skills are essential for fostering teamwork and resolving conflicts. Implementing effective inventory management systems and regularly reviewing operational processes can help improve accuracy and productivity. Being adaptable and proactive in problem-solving also ensures smooth daily operations and helps minimize disruptions.

What is the role of an assistant distribution center manager?

An assistant distribution center manager supports the overall operations of a distribution center by overseeing staff, ensuring efficient inventory management, and maintaining safety standards. They often assist with scheduling, process improvements, and coordinating logistics to meet delivery deadlines. Strong leadership, organizational skills, and familiarity with warehouse management systems are essential for this role.

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Assistant Distribution Center Manager

Amarr

Grand Rapids, MI • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 12 days ago

Amarr rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Amarr (a part of ASSA ABLOY, the global leader in opening solutions) is hiring a hands-on, experienced Assistant Distribution Center Manager (Service Manager) to join our team in Grand Rapids, MI. This is the ideal position for the person who loves to manage a dynamic team with an all-hands-on-deck approach, as well as be directly involved with directing the day to day operations of a warehouse.
What you will be doing:
  • Coordinate assembly, work schedules (including temporary personnel as needed), and warehouse operations to ensure service leads are met.
  • Be responsible for establishing and enforcing operational procedures for verification of incoming and outgoing shipments, handling and disposition of merchandise, and keeping of warehouse inventory.
  • Ensure that corporate programs regarding safety, security, care of equipment and facility are followed. Enforce OSHA compliance and to assure an "injury-free" workplace.
  • Be responsible for all aspects of hourly warehouse staff from hiring to termination, which includes staffing, development, supervision, and direction.
  • Lead Continuous Improvement initiatives.

Working conditions and experience:
  • Manual dexterity and hand to eye coordination for operation of hand/power tools.
  • Extended time on feet, walking distances up to 200 feet.
  • Frequent stooping, bending, walking, carrying and lifting (up to 75 lbs.).

What we are looking for:
  • Minimum of 2 years of distribution center/warehouse supervisory experience.
  • Experience with Continuous Improvement activities strongly preferred.
  • Clear and effective written and oral communication skills.
  • College education or related experience.
  • Organizational, time management and analytical skills.
  • Good supervisory, leadership and motivational skills.
  • PC / Windows skills.
  • Mechanical aptitude / power tools.
  • Must be able to clear background/drug/MVR screenings

This position is Monday - Friday days. Benefits include Medical/Dental/Vision, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays from day one, tuition reimbursement, and a 401k plan (with an automatic 3% company contribution, regardless of if you contribute!).
Candidates for this position must have a good attitude, a desire to work hard with a great team, and the ability to be a self-starter.
The Mission:
Our goal is to be a world-leading company that attracts diverse talent, where all team members feel safe being their true selves and are able to thrive in a work environment that promotes change, innovation, and provides equal access and opportunity.
As one of North America's leading garage door manufacturers, Amarr Company takes pride in fostering a culture where employees enjoy many opportunities for career growth, rapid advancement, and relocation to some of America's most desired cities. Although Amarr Company is an international business, employees enjoy a family-oriented, caring culture and rewarding work environment. Amarr Company offers competitive wages, generous benefits, and a bonus program for every employee. At Amarr Company, the door is always open and there is no ceiling to your career growth.
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Amarr is an E-Verify participant.

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