General Manager-Distribution Center

Ponca City Development Authority

$80K — $95K *
Transportation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of experience in warehouse or distribution center management
  • Proven track record in managing budgets and logistics operations
  • Ability to lead and motivate teams in a fast-paced setting
  • Strong communication skills, particularly in customer interactions
  • Experience collaborating with external customers
  • Mechanically inclined with knowledge of hand and power tools
  • College degree or equivalent experience required
  • Valid driver's license is necessary

Responsibilities

  • Execute operational processes with speed and accuracy
  • Oversee all warehouse functions including inventory and shipping
  • Lead initiatives to improve efficiency and reduce costs
  • Ensure a compliant and safe working environment following OSHA standards
  • Own the P&L for the distribution center
  • Identify and implement profitability enhancement opportunities
  • Recruit and develop a high-performing team

Benefits

  • Opportunity to lead and transform a growing distribution center
  • Supportive culture that values initiative and accountability
  • Focus on team development and leadership growth
  • Engagement in customer relationship-building and operations strategy
  • Dynamic and hands-on work environment with diverse challenges
Full Job Description
We are seeking a hands-on, General Manager to lead our garage door distribution centeroperations. This is a key leadership role where you will own the success of the facility, driving operational excellence, financial performance, team development, and customer satisfaction.

The ideal candidate has a strong entrepreneurial spirit,someone who thrives on taking initiative, finding opportunities for growth, and continuously improving processes. You enjoy building strong teams, leading from the front, and seeing the direct results of your leadership every day.

Key Responsibilities
  1. Operational Leadership:
  • Execute company-defined operational processes with speed, accuracy, and innovation.
  • Oversee all warehouse operations: receiving, inventory management, fulfillment, and shipping.
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and reduce costs, scrap, and damage.
  • Ensure a safe, clean, and compliant facility by enforcing all company and OSHA standards.
  1. Financial & Business Management:
  • Take full P&L ownership of the distribution center.
  • Identify opportunities to enhance profitability through smarter workflows, resource planning, and operational improvements.
  • Conduct proactive sales outreach and customer engagement to grow revenue.
  • Use data and KPIs to measure performance and drive decisions aligned with business goals.
  1. Team Leadership:
    • Recruit, coach, and lead a team of warehouse, delivery, and office personnel.
  • Foster a culture of accountability, safety, teamwork, and empowerment.
  • Inspire your team by leading by example, setting clear expectations, and recognizing high performance.
  • Develop future leaders by mentoring and growing internal talent.
  1. Customer & Market Focus:
  • Build strong relationships with customers through responsiveness, service excellence, and problem-solving.
  • Act as the face of the distribution center with a strong focus on customer experience and long-term partnerships.
  • Take a proactive approach to resolving customer concerns and ensuring a smooth delivery experience.
  • Work closely with the sales team to communicate and understand market pricing dynamics and customer concerns.
Required Qualifications:
  • Minimum 3 years of warehouse or distribution center management experience.
  • Demonstrated success managing budgets, P&L statements, and logistics operations
  • Proven ability to motivate, lead, and develop teams in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.
  • Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills - especially in customer-facing settings.
  • Experience working with external customers.
  • Mechanically inclined with working knowledge of hand and power tools.
  • College degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Valid driver's license required.
Working Conditions:
  • Fast-paced, high-volume distribution environment.
  • Non-climate-controlled warehouse with frequent lifting (50-75 lbs.), standing, and manual labor.
  • Requires attention to detail, accuracy, and adaptability to shifting priorities.
What We're Looking for:
  • A natural leader with a strong sense of ownership and pride in performance.
  • A self-starter who thrives in an environment where you're empowered to make decisions.
  • A problem-solver and innovator who's not afraid to challenge the status quo.
  • Someone who leads by example, communicates clearly, and builds strong teams and customer relationships.

If you're ready to take charge of a growing distribution center and thrive in an environment that rewards initiative, accountability, and leadership, we invite you to apply and grow with us.

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