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Zapp

US Buying & Operations Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$80K - $120K/yr

US Buying & Operations Manager Location: NYC, SF, LA, CHI or MIA - Full-time (remote) We are ... our UK distribution centre, covering freight forwarding, warehousing, import compliance and ...

hallcon

Senior Manager Rail Operations

Chicago, IL

We are looking for an experienced client operations manager in Bedford Park to partner with and lead nationally distributed client and field operations teams. Equipped with pragmatic transportation ...

Hallcon

Senior Manager Rail Operations

Chicago, IL · On-site

We are looking for an experienced client operations manager in Bedford Park to partner with and lead nationally distributed client and field operations teams. Equipped with pragmatic transportation ...

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How much do distribution operations manager jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for distribution operations manager in Gary, IN is $75,403.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $61,200.00 and $89,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a distribution operations manager?

Distribution Operations Managers are professionals responsible for overseeing the daily operations of distribution centers or warehouses. They manage the flow of goods, ensure timely deliveries, coordinate logistics, and supervise staff to maintain efficiency and safety. Their role often includes inventory management, process optimization, and implementing cost-saving strategies. By ensuring smooth operations, they help companies meet customer demands and maintain high service levels.

What does a distribution operations manager do?

As a distribution operations manager, your responsibilities include supervising warehouse workers in their day-to-day activities and duties involving receiving, storing, and shipping products. You oversee other employees while planning the best strategies to organize and maximize efficiency in a distribution center. You are not only in charge of managing product fulfillment but also maintaining a safe environment for workers. Creating objectives and motivation for workers also falls under your job description. You utilize your organizational and problem-solving skills to improve systems and enhance speed and accuracy of delivery.

What are some common challenges a distribution operations manager faces when optimizing warehouse workflows?

Distribution Operations Managers often encounter challenges such as balancing efficiency with accuracy, managing seasonal fluctuations in order volume, and integrating new technologies into established workflows. They must ensure that inventory is processed and shipped on time while minimizing errors and costs. Collaborating closely with warehouse staff, logistics providers, and inventory planners is essential to identify bottlenecks and implement continuous improvements, all while maintaining safety and compliance standards.
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Infographic showing various Distribution Operations Manager job openings in Gary, IN as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $75,403 per year, or $36.3 per hour.

US Buying & Operations Manager

Zapp

Chicago, IL • On-site, Remote

$80K - $120K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 18 days ago

Job description

US Buying & Operations Manager
Location: NYC, SF, LA, CHI or MIA - Full-time (remote)
We are looking for a hands-on US Buying & Operations Manager to build and scale Zapp's US supply chain from the ground up. This is a rare zero-to-one role: you will source and onboard the US brands our customers want, own the commercial relationships behind them, and run the physical journey of goods from the US to our UK distribution centre, covering freight forwarding, warehousing, import compliance and relabelling. As the range grows, you will turn what you have built into a repeatable, efficient operation. It suits a self-starter who is equally comfortable spotting the next trending brand and unblocking a stuck shipment, and who is excited to build alongside us rather than inherit a finished machine.
About Zapp
Zapp is London's leading premium convenience retail platform. Founded in 2020, our vision is to disrupt the multi-trillion dollar convenience retail market, currently dominated by major players, by developing best-in-class customer-centric technology and fulfilment solutions. Zapp partners with some of the world's leading brands to deliver an exclusive range of hand-picked products 24/7, delivered in minutes.
Key Responsibilities
  • Spot emerging US brands and products before they reach the mainstream, and decide which belong in the Zapp range.
  • Build and own relationships with US brands and suppliers, from first outreach through to signed terms. Ideally, have an existing network of brand relationships to pull on.
  • Negotiate cost, delivery and payment terms that protect margin and reduce risk.
  • Own the end-to-end logistics of moving stock from the US to our UK DC: freight forwarding, warehousing, customs and import compliance, and relabelling to meet UK requirements.
  • Stand up the processes, partners and controls that let the US supply chain scale reliably as volumes grow.
  • Use demand data and sales trends to forecast, plan buys and manage inventory, minimising both stockouts and overstock.
  • Ensure every product meets UK food safety, labelling and regulatory standards before it reaches the shelf.
  • Work across Buying, Marketing, Merchandising and Operations to land a coherent customer offer.

Requirements
  • Experience in buying, category management or supply chain, ideally in food, grocery or FMCG.
  • Ideally, a track record of building or running international supply chains; US-to-UK import experience (freight forwarding, customs, labelling) is a strong advantage.
  • Commercial instinct: confident sourcing brands, negotiating terms and building supplier relationships from scratch.
  • Strong analytical skills: comfortable using data to forecast demand, build business cases and drive decisions.
  • High-energy self-starter who thrives in ambiguity, makes decisions with imperfect information and spots problems before they escalate.
  • Tenacious communicator who influences internally and externally, pushes back when needed and always finds the route through.
  • Valid right to work in the US is required. Visa sponsorship is not available.
  • Willingness to travel throughout the US and to London when needed.

Benefits
  • Competitive salary of between $80,000-$120,000, depending on experience.
  • Equity package, depending on experience.

If you are a hands-on leader who thrives on building high-performing teams and building our US supply chain from the ground up, we encourage you to apply!
Department Commercial Locations Chicago, Los Angeles, Miami, San Francisco, New York City Remote status Fully Remote

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