Distribution Center General Manager Jobs in Wisconsin

PARR is the total source for homebuilding supplies, solutions, and services. We focus on supplying building materials and solutions to professional home builders of all sizes including custom builders, large production builders, and multifamily builders. Our customers and community members know that they can rely on us for Legendary Service and quality products. Pay: $106,404 - $128,806

The General Manager - Logistics and Distribution Center is responsible for using the company’s FACE values, mission, and vision to lead an inclusive, high-performing team and achieve the location’s operational, safety, service, and financial goals. This role leads employees across the logistics and distribution center, yard, delivery, inventory, and support functions, ensuring all team members have the tools, communication, training, and support needed to succeed. This position is responsible for implementing operational strategies and objectives that support efficient logistics and distribution center operations, accurate inventory management, safe material handling, timely order fulfillment, and consistent customer service. The General Manager is expected to model servant leadership, build a respectful and welcoming work environment for people of all backgrounds, participate in the community, set aside time for self‑improvement, and always strive to be a better leader. This position reports directly to the VP of Purchasing. The General Manager interacts daily with warehouse, yard, delivery, administrative, sales, and customer‑facing team members. This position also works regularly with corporate employees, including Central Purchasing, Account Management, Sales Managers, Human Resources, IT, Fleet, Safety, and the PARR Leadership Team, as well as vendor representatives and industry associates.

• Leadership & Team Development
  • Lead and develop warehouse, yard, delivery, inventory, and support teams.
  • Establish clear expectations, provide coaching and feedback, and maintain accountability for performance.
  • Support recruiting, onboarding, employee development, succession planning, evaluations, and performance management.
  • Foster an engaged, team‑oriented culture focused on safety, collaboration, communication, and continuous improvement.
  • Promote cross‑training and career development opportunities across the operation.
• Operations & Business Management
  • Direct daily distribution center and logistics operations, including receiving, storage, inventory management, order fulfillment, delivery coordination, and customer service.
  • Ensure operational efficiency, inventory accuracy, productivity, on‑time delivery performance, and quality standards.
  • Collaborate with Purchasing, Sales, Fleet, and Operations teams to forecast demand and optimize inventory levels.
  • Develop, manage, and execute budgets while controlling operating expenses and achieving financial goals.
  • Analyze operational metrics and implement corrective actions and process improvements as needed.
• Safety & Compliance
  • Maintain a safe working environment and ensure compliance with company policies and applicable regulations, including DOT requirements.
  • Lead accident investigations, safety initiatives, equipment inspection processes, and corrective actions.
  • Ensure proper maintenance of facilities, fleet, and equipment.
  • Support safety committee activities, training programs, and ongoing safety awareness initiatives.
• Communication & Customer Service
  • Promote transparent, respectful, and effective communication across all departments.
  • Resolve customer concerns promptly and professionally.
  • Build strong relationships with employees, customers, vendors, and business partners.
  • Communicate company goals, performance results, and operational priorities to ensure alignment and accountability.
• Results & Continuous Improvement
  • Achieve operational, financial, safety, and employee engagement objectives.
  • Monitor key performance indicators including inventory accuracy, productivity, on‑time/in‑full performance, safety metrics, and employee retention.
  • Lead continuous improvement efforts that enhance customer service, operational effectiveness, and profitability.
  • Maintain facilities and operations consistent with PARR's brand standards.
  • Perform all other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED
• 3 years prior supervisory/management experience; previous experience managing or supporting a distribution warehouse, logistics, fulfillment, inventory, building materials, or similar operation preferred
• Knowledge of management principles, practices, and protocols
• Knowledge of lumber, plywood, building materials, inventory control, warehouse operations, and purchasing principles, practices, and protocols
• Knowledge of the effects of “market conditions” upon the wood products industry
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members, customers, vendors, and business partners
• Must be able to operate personal computer, smartphone, scanner, and any other equipment necessary for the job
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Class C driver’s license or reliable alternative transportation required
• Interpersonal Skills
• Ability to work cordially, professionally, diplomatically and with a high level of customer service in a dynamic environment. Demonstrate sound judgment in dealing with sensitive business matters with internal and external customers of all types. Must maintain confidentiality and accuracy of all information related to company finances and records, particularly, cost of goods purchased and sold. Ability and willingness to identify processes, tools and/or procedures that may be improved upon in an effort to improve the workplace and outcomes for our customers. Ability to communicate with all levels of management and employees at a high skill level and speak effectively in front of groups. Communication can include, but is not limited to: in‑person (verbal and non‑verbal), written, e‑mail, telephone and public speaking to medium size groups Strong focus, planning, organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage changing priorities, handle multiple projects, and do what is necessary to meet deadlines, while maintaining a high degree of attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to function independently, as part of a team, and as a leader within your own sales cohort with a positive attitude, strong work ethic and commitment to excellence. Ability to think and respond quickly, positively and professionally to constantly changing circumstances. Ability to appropriately manage stress and interact with others.

The Logistics and Distribution General Manager works in an office with a computer, distribution warehouse, and yard, and walks the outdoor section of the yard. The working hours typically fall between 7am – 5 pm.

• Physical Requirements: Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to work indoors in a normal office environment for an entire day
• Must be able to grasp, talk, hear, and operate a computer and keyboard
• Must be able to lift/push/pull up to 50 pounds and carry objects 50 feet
• Must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Must be able to drive a vehicle when necessary
• Both local and overnight travel may be required

Direct Reports: Assistant Logistics and Distribution Center General Manager MGR06

We know that without great people, we can't be a great company. Voted as one of the "Top Places to Work" by the Oregonian for the 3rd year in a row, we offer industry-leading benefits:

• Everyone starts earning 2 weeks of vacation per year on day 1, and gains an additional day every year worked up to 4 weeks off
• Employee paid sick days 7 holidays
• Standard medical plan with a very low $1,000 deductible
• Dental, Vision, EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Massage, Chiropractic and Acupuncture coverage
• FSA (Flexible Spending Account) and Childcare pretax spending programs
• Footwear subsidy through boot vendor after 90 days of employment
• Up to 50% match on the first 6% you contribute to your 401(k) after 1 year of employment and fully vested at the end of your 3rd year
• In addition to the 401(k) match, there a 3% profit share contribution to the 401(k), with Board approval
• Tuition reimbursement (up to $2,500/year)
• Annual profit sharing (every full time employee who worked the full year earned a minimum of $525 for the 2024 year)
• $1,000 referral bonus

PARR Promotes! We have a transparent pay structure, and love to promote from within. Our current CEO started with the company as a driver and by being open to change and a self‑starter he climbed the ranks to the role he has today. There are many members of our management team who started their careers in our entry‑level positions. If you're willing to work hard, there's no reason you won't earn regular merit increases and promotions. There is A LOT of opportunity - PARR is growing fast! We value our employees like family and are constantly working to provide a safe place to work for our employees. Most of our locations are not open past 5 and all our locations are closed on Sundays. Our company mission is Legendary Service through Teamwork, and we take that seriously. When you join our team, you're joining a family owned company that's been in business for 90 years, with a well‑established reputation as a leader within the building material supply industry in the United States.

At PARR, we believe in career growth from within. Our CEO started as a driver, and many of our leaders began in entry‑level positions and worked their way up. Transparent pay, merit increases, and promotions reflect our commitment to recognizing hard work. As a local, family‑owned business with more than 95 years of history, we are guided by our values: Family, Adaptable, Customer‑Focused, and Ethical. We prioritize our employees and cultivate a culture of safety, respect, and work‑life balance. Our dedication to Legendary Service through Teamwork keeps us at the forefront of the building materials industry.