**Location:** Fort Payne, Alabama **Job Summary:** Distribution Center Operations Manager is responsible for managing, controlling, and monitoring processes and work flows at the company’s distribution site through Operations Supervisors. He/she manages and trains staff engaged in receiving, stocking, processing or shipping; prepares reports, summaries, and analyses on operations and communicates with appropriate management. **Responsibilities:** **Key Accountabilities:** + Manage and plan for the physical receipt, processing, storage and shipment of delivered materials into and out of the distribution center; + Prepare staffing plans during peak and off peak times to maintain consistent work flow for all associates in a productive manner; + Motivate Supervisors to ensure that predetermined productivity, cost, and quality standards are achieved or exceeded; + Ensure good housekeeping and safe working conditions in the facility; + Recommend new or improved methods, techniques and procedures for processing inventory more efficiently; + Manage performance of Operations Supervisors + Establish and maintain good rapport throughout the department; + Responsible for managing labor costs and being fiscally responsible **Education and Requirements:** + Bachelor’s degree in related field is preferred. + Five to seven years of experience in distribution operations or an equivalent combination of training and supervisory experience necessary. + Must have knowledge of distribution and inventory control methods and procedures, and the ability to apply such knowledge to practical situations. + Knowledge of safety and security measures and the ability to apply them in a distribution center situation vital. + Must be well-organized, detail-oriented, and familiar with record-keeping systems. + Computer experience a major requirement. Knowledge of PkMS a plus. + In depth knowledge of distribution center procedures and safe processing methods. + Must be detail-oriented with strong mathematical and written abilities. + Ability to communicate effectively to department teams, cross-functional partners and upper management. + Strong planning skills with the ability to adapt to a rapidly changing environment.