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Do it Best · 9 hours ago

Distribution Center Department Manager

Sikeston, MO

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

5+ years exp

Do it Best is the world's largest hardware, lumber, and building materials buying cooperative in the home improvement industry. The Distribution Center Department Manager leads a team to manage operations supporting member store orders, focusing on safety, productivity, and quality in a high-volume distribution environment.

Wholesale

Hiring Manager

Karissa Shepherd

Responsibilities

Directly leads 30-40 staff members including staffing, training, coaching, performance management, and problem resolution

Oversees daily distribution operations in collaboration with other Department Managers, with a primary focus on shipping, receiving, and order filling, as well as inventory control, replenishments, small parcel processing, and other support functions

Maintains a safe and healthy work environment by enforcing standards and procedures in compliance with regulations

Applies HR policies and procedures to support a positive team environment

Resolves member store issues with a strong focus on customer service

Collaborates with management to resolve staff concerns in a fair and consistent manner

Ensures distribution operations align with standard operating procedures and run efficiently

Forecasts staffing needs, workload, and performance goals to meet business demands

Prepares, reviews, and analyzes reports to identify and implement operational improvements (e.g., productivity, quality, safety)

Maintains regular, reliable attendance and complies with company policies and procedures

Qualification

Supervisory experienceDistribution center operationsSafety complianceGoogle Suite proficiencyWarehouse management softwareCustomer service mindsetAnalytical thinkingTeam leadershipProblem-solving abilitiesTime management

Required

Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or related field, or equivalent experience

Minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience in a distribution center environment, with direct leadership experience in shipping, receiving, and order filling operations

Effective team leader with strong people management and development skills

Strong focus on safety and regulatory compliance

Proactive, motivated self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced setting

Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities

Customer service mindset with strong project management skills

Knowledge of distribution center layout and best-in-class operational practices

Proficiency in Google Suite and warehouse/inventory management software

Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills

Analytical thinker with sound problem-solving abilities

Adaptability in deadline-driven environments

Benefits

Full insurance benefits package including Medical, Dental, & Vision

Paid time off to foster work/life balance

Profit sharing

Bonus Pay opportunities

Retirement funding opportunities

Education reimbursement

Health club reimbursement

Career advancement opportunities

Company

Do it Best

Based in Fort Wayne, Ind., we are the only U.S.-based, member-owned, comprehensive and fully integrated hardware, lumber and building materials buying cooperative in the home improvement industry.

Founded in 1945

Fort Wayne, Indiana, USA

1001-5000 employees