General Manager

Job Description

General Manager, Distribution Center

Drive operational excellence. Lead people. Shape the future of distribution.

We are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking General Manager to lead a high-volume Distribution Center. This role is ideal for a hands‑on operator who thrives in dynamic environments, enjoys solving complex challenges, and can elevate performance through strong leadership, strategic planning, and data‑driven decision‑making.

As the senior leader onsite, you will guide daily operations, develop high‑performing teams, and ensure the facility runs safely, efficiently, and aligned with broader supply chain objectives. This is an opportunity to influence long‑term strategy while staying closely connected to warehouse floor activities.

Salary: $120K-135K

• Direct day‑to‑day warehouse operations with a focus on safety, quality, and productivity
• Lead and mentor Area Managers and front‑line teams, fostering engagement and accountability
• Address employee and customer issues with clarity, professionalism, and timely resolution
• Ensure all activities support company‑wide logistics and service goals

• Manage the site‑level budget and track performance to key operational and financial targets
• Drive cost savings through lean practices, process optimization, and efficiency improvements
• Maintain responsibility for P&L performance and operational financial health

• Support forecasting, replenishment, layout planning, and workflow design
• Improve inventory accuracy and visibility through metrics, systems, and best practices
• Contribute to SOP creation and continuous refinement of processes

• Champion ongoing improvements in safety, quality, automation, and productivity
• Lead initiatives involving system upgrades, layout redesign, and operational innovation
• Analyze and report on performance metrics to guide decision‑making

• Work closely with supply chain, logistics, transportation, and planning teams
• Support network‑wide optimization and process alignment
• Oversee outbound carrier relationships and negotiate efficient, cost‑effective agreements

• 5+ years of experience in warehouse, logistics, or supply chain operations
• 5+ years in a supervisory or management leadership role
• Strong operational knowledge across fulfillment, shipping, receiving, and warehousing
• A strategic mindset with the ability to think critically and lead through ambiguity
• High comfort with KPIs, analytics, and data‑driven decision‑making
• Proven experience developing cohesive, high‑performance teams
• Proficiency with WMS, ERP, TMS, and related systems

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• Bilingual (English/Spanish)
• Experience with automation or major process redesign
• Background in multi‑site or network operations

• A collaborative, purpose‑driven work environment
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth
• Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) match
• Paid holidays along with product and industry discounts

Lynnette Hardy
Senior Executive Recruiter

Lynnette, a Senior Executive Recruiter at Job Store, brings 9 years of expertise, with 7 years dedicated to Job Store. She has a knack for connecting top‑tier talent in supply chain, operations, quality control, and engineering with the perfect roles. Lynnette thrives on the thrill of growing careers and helping clients discover the missing piece of their team. Her secret? A deep dive into understanding each company's unique needs and the specialized skills required.

Off the clock, Lynnette loves the exhilaration of riding on the back of her husband's Harley and passionately supports Native American communities through volunteering and fundraising.

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• Proven experience developing cohesive, high-performance teams