Distribution Center Senior Operations Manager

World Market

$140K — $165K *
Retail & Consumer Goods
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of experience in managing distribution center functions.
  • Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field preferred.
  • Advanced skills with Warehouse Management Systems and ERP platforms.
  • Proven track record in facility culture management and team engagement.
  • Proficiency in material handling equipment and distribution processes.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong analytical and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure safety, quality, and customer experience across inbound and outbound departments.
  • Manage, coach, and mentor a team of managers and supervisors.
  • Provide strategic and operational leadership with P&L accountability.
  • Develop and monitor operational plans to support business growth.
  • Maintain a safe work environment in compliance with regulations.
  • Participate in annual operating budget creation with the Director.
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance facility efficiency.

Benefits

  • Emphasis on work-life balance.
  • 30% employee discount and product sample sales.
  • Supportive and inclusive work environment.
  • Opportunities for personal and professional impact.
  • Wellness program with fitness classes and health advocates.
  • Accrued vacation, sick time, and personal holidays.
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance options for full-time employees.
Full Job Description
As a Senior Operations Manager, our ideal candidate will be supporting the Director of Operations by being the primary leader responsible for the end-to-end operational execution of our distribution center.

What You'll Do
  • Responsible for the overall safety, quality and performance and customer experience of all inbound and outbound departments.
  • Additional responsibilities include managing and leading a team of managers and supervisors, coaching and mentoring the team to ensure performance objectives are met, building positive employee relations and building leadership bench strength within the distribution center.
  • Provides strategic and operational leadership with full accountability for P&L results.
  • Develop, implement, and monitor long and short-range operating plans to support the needs and growth of the business.
  • Ensure a safe and clean work environment in compliance with OSHA, Cal-OSHA, and other regulations
  • Participate in creating and executing annual operating budgets in partnership with the Director of the distribution center.
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives to optimize warehouse layouts, reduce waste, and improve overall facility efficiency.
  • Mentor and coach a leadership bench, fostering a culture of accountability, high engagement, and professional growth.
  • Work closely with all business partners to ensure multiple directives are met.
  • Maintain all established through-put standards.
  • Meet budget goals and productivity standards.


What You'll Bring
  • 7+ years of progressive experience managing multiple DC functions.
  • Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field is preferred.
  • Advanced proficiency with Warehouse Management Systems, ERP platforms, and data analytics tools.
  • Successful track record of managing facility culture, e.g. motivation, team engagement, coaching.
  • Proficiency in material handling equipment and distribution processes.
  • Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Outstanding analytical skills


Physical Requirements:
  • Ability to sit/stand for long periods of time
  • Ability to lift, up to 75lbs.
  • Temperatures in the warehouse vary with the seasons. Dress code is casual and clean.


Why We Love It
  • Work life balance is a priority.
  • Up to 30% employee discount and product sample sales!
  • A fun and supportive work environment where you feel welcome and safe.
  • A culture of inclusion that empowers you to be your best authentic self.
  • Opportunities to make an impact through your passions.
  • Wellness Program including virtual fitness classes, personal health advocates and more.
  • Accrued Vacation, Sick Time and Personal Holidays.
  • Eligible employees offered Medical and Dental Insurance, Vision Coverage, 401(k) SavingsPlan, Employee Assistance and more.

Salary Range for the Senior Operations Manager position in Virginia - $140,000 - $165,000 Annually

Full time and Part time associates are eligible to participate in the Company's 401(k) retirement savings plan after three (3) months of service.

Benefits for full-time employment on the first of the month following 30 days of continuous employment include offerings for programs including Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, Commuter Benefits and Employee Assistance.

If you need reasonable accommodations to complete the on-line application, please contact the Human Resource Department:

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Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable laws, which depending on your location may include the Fair Credit Reporting Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the Los Angeles City Fair Chance Act.

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