Director of Distribution & Operations

ULINE

$110K — $130K *
Transportation
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required.
  • 10+ years in high-volume distribution operations leadership.
  • Direct experience managing teams of 400+ employees.
  • Proven track record in improving productivity, quality, and safety.
  • Familiarity with KPIs and warehouse management systems (WMS).
  • Strong problem-solving, communication, and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

  • Lead by example on the warehouse floor to promote accuracy, productivity, and safety.
  • Oversee daily warehouse operations across inbound, outbound, and support departments.
  • Coach and develop warehouse managers, providing daily feedback and support.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to ensure industry-leading service and same-day shipping.
  • Analyze operational challenges and implement data-driven solutions to enhance performance.

Benefits

  • Complete health insurance coverage with a 401(k) offering a 6% employer match from day one.
  • Multiple bonus programs to incentivize performance.
  • Generous paid holidays and paid time off.
  • Tuition Assistance Program for professional continuing education opportunities.
  • Affordable meal options available on-site at the café.
  • Access to an on-site fitness center and well-kept walking paths.
  • Modern and clean facility environment.
Full Job Description
Director of Distribution & Operations

Kenosha Branch

12355 Uline Way, Kenosha, WI 53144

Are you a hands-on warehouse leader who enjoys coaching employees, solving problems and driving operational excellence? Join Uline as a Director of Distribution & Operations and lead from the warehouse floor, staying connected to daily operations while developing high-performing teams and delivering the exceptional service our customers count on. You'll help lead Uline's distribution operations in Kenosha, spanning over 1.5 million square feet.

Position Responsibilities
  • Lead by example on the warehouse floor, working alongside employees to ensure high levels of accuracy, productivity and safety.
  • Direct all aspects of day-to-day warehouse operations across inbound, outbound and supporting departments.
  • Coach and develop warehouse managers who lead a team of 500+ employees through daily feedback and hands-on leadership.
  • Drive operational excellence through accountability and continuous improvement to deliver industry-leading service and same-day shipping.
  • Investigate operational challenges, remove barriers and implement practical, data-driven improvements that strengthen warehouse performance.


Minimum Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree.
  • 10+ years leading high-volume distribution operations, including direct leadership of warehouse managers and teams of 400+ people.
  • Proven success improving productivity, quality and safety through operational leadership.
  • Experience leading with KPIs, performance metrics and warehouse management systems (WMS).
  • Strong problem-solving, communication and decision-making skills in a fast-paced environment.


Benefits
  • Complete health insurance coverage and 401(k) with 6% employer match that starts day one!
  • Multiple bonus programs.
  • Paid holidays and generous paid time off.
  • Tuition Assistance Program that covers professional continuing education.


Employee Perks
  • Café featuring affordable daily meal options from local restaurants.
  • On-site fitness center and beautifully maintained walking paths.
  • Best-in-class, clean, modern facilities.


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