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Kendall Group

Distribution Center Manager

Portage, MI · On-site

The Distribution Center Manager ensures excellent service to all stakeholders by ensuring the on-time, complete and accurate delivery of products. This is a hands-on position, ideal for someone who ...

Kendall Group

Distribution Center Manager

Portage, MI · On-site

The Distribution Center Manager ensures excellent service to all stakeholders by ensuring the on-time, complete and accurate delivery of products. This is a hands-on position, ideal for someone who ...

Grainger

Distribution Center Manager

Salisbury, NC · On-site

$200K/yr

Now Hiring a Distribution Center Manager at our Salisbury, North Carolina distribution center * Monday - Friday No nights or weekends! * 18 days paid time off * 6 paid holidays * Day 1 benefits ...

Aliaxis

Distribution Center Manager

Charlotte, NC

The Distribution Center Manager oversees all warehouse and yard operations, ensuring compliance with company standards, optimizing processes, and leading a high-performing team. This role requires ...

IPEX

Distribution Center Manager

Charlotte, NC · On-site

The Distribution Center Manager oversees all warehouse and yard operations, ensuring compliance with company standards, optimizing processes, and leading a high-performing team. This role requires ...

IPEX

Distribution Center Manager

Charlotte, NC · On-site

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Ellsworth

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Spartanburg, SC · On-site

Ellsworth Corporation, a global, industry leading distributor of specialty chemicals and equipment and adhesive manufacturer currently has a Distribution Center Manager opportunity at Ellsworth ...

Assa Abloy

Distribution Center Manager

Concord, NC · On-site

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Amarr

Distribution Center Manager

Concord, NC · On-site

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ASSA ABLOY

Distribution Center Manager

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We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Distribution Center Manager (General Manager) to oversee the overall operation and profitability of our Concord, NC distribution center, servicing ...

Amrize

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Mount Joy, PA

We're seeking a Distribution Center Manager who's ready to be part of a people-first company offering best-in-class products, exceptional training, and deep industry pride-all built to help our ...

nVent

Distribution Center Manager

Dayton, MN · On-site

$105K - $195K/yr

The Distribution Center Manager is responsible for overall leadership, performance, and continuous improvement of the Dayton Distribution Center. This role owns safety, service, cost, people ...

HD Supply

Distribution Center Manager

Austin, TX · On-site

Job Summary Lead the operation of a Distribution Center in support of company goals. Provide input ... Manages performance of Assistant Manager and/or hourly associates and recognize, train, coach ...

BBB

Distribution Center Manager

Smyrna, TN

Position Summary As the Distribution Center Manager, you'll be the driving force behind the daily operations of our Distribution Center. You'll lead a high-performing team to ensure efficient ...

Walmart

Distribution Center Manager

Belvidere, IL

$80K - $120K/yr

Walmart is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Energy Center Area Manager to oversee the daily ... Obtain Refrigerating Engineers & Technicians Association (RETA) Certified Assistant Refrigeration ...

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As of Jun 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for assistant distribution center manager in the United States is $23.33, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.79 and $28.61 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Assistant Distribution Center Manager, and why are they important?

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 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.
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Distribution Center Manager

Distribution Center Manager

Kendall Group

Portage, MI • On-site

Full-time

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Job description

About The Kendall Group
The Kendall Group is comprised of eight divisions with 75+ locations in ten states. Combined, we serve the Electrical, Automation, Pipe, Valve, and Fitting products, Steam, Lighting, Industrial Controls, and Instrumentation Industries. The Kendall Group is a 100% employee-owned company. Kendall offers a great opportunity for a rewarding career.
Why The Kendall Group?
Our employee ownership model is the core of who we are. You will not only own part of the company, but you will own your future. At Kendall, you'll have opportunities to learn and grow while being coached and mentored along the way. We're that company where people stay! We're proud to say more than 60% of our associates have more than 5 years of tenure, and more than 40% have greater than 10 years. At Kendall, you will be valued and supported, your ideas will be heard, your voice will matter, and you'll work alongside incredible people who care about your success.
Role Summary: Reporting to the Director of Operations, the Distribution Center Manager is responsible for the efficient operations of the distribution center in accordance with the company's policy and procedures, including operational efficiency, facilities management, internal and external customer service, and management/development of staff. The Distribution Center Manager ensures excellent service to all stakeholders by ensuring the on-time, complete and accurate delivery of products. This is a hands-on position, ideal for someone who is self-directed, a strong collaborator, critical problem solver, and who enjoys owning a wide breadth of responsibilities. Supervisors and Team Leaders report directly to this position.
Exciting work you will do:
The essential duties and responsibilities of the Distribution Center Manager will consist of, but are not limited to, the following:
  • As a leader, model Service Excellence with your team: Provide leadership, direction, growth, and mentoring; adhere to company values and foster a culture of belonging and recognition; invest in leadership and self-growth through continuous improvement, learning, and development.
  • Oversee receiving, physical inventory, and shipment of products.
  • Manage internal and external customer requirements for the delivery of products.
  • Manage and direct performance and outcomes of staff, communicating performance expectations and holding staff accountable.
  • Interview, hire, schedule, assign work to, and evaluate work performance of staff directly supervised.
  • Oversee facilities maintenance and upkeep.
  • Prepare and deliver accurate metrics and reporting to management.
  • Provide forecasting requirements for staffing and equipment.
  • Demonstrate leadership of company Quality and Service Excellence initiatives.
  • Drive organizational effectiveness and Service Excellence by developing processes, leading teams, enabling a highly motivated work environment, and creating innovative approaches for improvement.
  • Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Competencies you possess:
  • Service Excellence
  • Results, Action Oriented
  • Accountability and Responsibility
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Managerial Courage
  • Organizational Savvy
  • Strategic Ability
  • Inspiring & Motivating Others

What you'll need:
  • Work Experience: 5 years' experience working in a distribution or warehouse with 3 years' experience in distribution/warehouse supervision, lead or management role.
  • Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Analytics/Computer Skills: Prior experience with Microsoft Office; proficiency with MS Excel.
  • Organization Skills: Excellent organizational skills; ability to multi-task and shift priorities as needed.
  • Cross-functional Skills: Works well cross-functionally; provides excellent internal and external customer service.
  • Communication Skills: Ability to communicate well with all levels of the organization; excellent negotiating skills; strong presentation skills; strong interpersonal and customer service skills; high discretion with sensitive and confidential information.
  • Leadership: Excellent mentoring, coaching, and people management skills.
  • Physical, Mental and Visual Skills: Ability to see/sit/stand/walk/talk/hear; ability to lift/move/carry up to 50 lbs; ability to stand for 8 hours a day; ability to climb stairs and step ladders, bend, stoop, crouch, and kneel.
  • Physical Environment: Exposure to temperature conditions prevalent at the time; noise level consistent with that of a distribution center.

Qualifications we prefer but don't require:
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in distribution, supply chain, business, or related field.

The Kendall Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, military status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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