Manager Distribution Operations

Category/Area of Expertise: Distribution & Transportation Leadership

Job Requisition: 530572

Address: USA-SC-Elloree-258 Snider Street

Store Code: DC 30 Dist Genl & Admin (7251566)

ADUSA Distribution is the distribution company of Ahold Delhaize USA, providing distribution services to one of the largest grocery retail supply chains in the nation. ADUSA Distribution fosters a culture that inspires and empowers our associates to always deliver exceptional service and value. Our team is supporting the supply chain network evolution to an integrated self-distribution model of the future, serving leading omnichannel grocery brands – Food Lion, Giant Food, The GIANT Company, Hannaford and Stop & Shop.

To learn more about our company and the other supply chain companies of Ahold Delhaize USA, visit

Step into a high‑impact leadership role at the heart of our distribution network. As Manager, Distribution Operations, you will lead day‑to‑day shipping operations, inspire and develop frontline leaders, and drive performance across your assigned areas. You'll be responsible for ensuring product moves safely, efficiently, and accurately to our retail partners and customers—while building a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

This role offers the opportunity to shape how work gets done on the floor, influence productivity and cost performance, and play a key role in the success of the entire campus. You'll collaborate across Distribution, Transportation, and Inventory Management to solve real operational challenges and deliver results that matter.

• Own end‑to‑end operations for assigned shipping areas, ensuring production, quality, safety, and service standards are consistently met.
• Lead, coach, and develop supervisors and frontline associates through performance planning, feedback, and ongoing skill development.
• Build highly engaged, motivated, and well‑aligned teams that take pride in delivering the best possible product to our customers.
• Serve as a mentor, coach, and trainer for supervisor trainees progressing through the DLOT curriculum.

• Plan labor and staffing to match inbound and outbound volume, ensuring optimal coverage and productivity.
• Aggressively identify and eliminate waste, inefficiencies, and bottlenecks within your operation.
• Act as a change agent for Lean principles, driving education, adoption, and sustainability across your areas.
• Target improvement opportunities and lead teams to enhance throughput, quality, safety, and the working environment.
• Champion a continuous improvement mindset that empowers associates to contribute ideas and innovation.

• Foster a safety‑first culture that minimizes accidents and injuries while sustaining compliance with all safety procedures.
• Hold associates accountable to company policies, quality standards, and performance expectations.
• Support and administer corrective action when needed, ensuring fairness, consistency, and alignment with company values.
• Ensure accurate and timely flow of inventory into and out of shipping departments.

• Partner with Distribution, Transportation, and Inventory Management to coordinate daily operations and resolve issues that impact service and flow.
• Strategically plan, develop, and deliver against budget and operational goals, improving productivity while controlling labor costs.
• Provide accurate reporting, insights, and recommendations to campus leadership.
• Recommend process and procedure improvements that increase efficiency, productivity, and cost effectiveness.

• 3‑5 years of experience in a leadership role within distribution, manufacturing, or a fast‑paced operational environment
• High school diploma or equivalent (required); college degree or equivalent experience (preferred)
• Seasoned knowledge of distribution shipping practices

• Proven leadership skills with the ability to inspire, coach, and develop teams
• Strong analytical,…