Manager Distribution - Arden, NC

Hubbell Incorporated
United States, North Carolina, Arden
20 Glenn Bridge Road (Show on map)
Apr 07, 2025
Job Overview Under the direction of the Director of Distribution, The Distribution Manager is responsible for directly daily activities of the Distribution Center through the MDI (Manage for Daily Improvement) process including labor scheduling, exceeding KPIs (Key Performance Indicators), utilization of space, equipment and manpower.The Distribution Manager serves as an interface and coordinator among the DC and manufacturing operations, customer service, IT, Human Resources, and Transportation. A Day In The Life Responsible for enforcing safety standards, policies, practices, visual aids, and procedures within your facility to ensure the safety of all employees, customers and carriers. Ensure root cause analysis process is executed throughout distribution center to ensure the highest level of customer satisfaction. Responsible for the development of all associates within the distribution facility to ensure key positions are filled and a qualified succession plan is established for the future. Develop/document plans, drive performance, and ensure timely completion of activities to achieve established KPIs in order meet customer and cost goals. Lead with internal and external cross-functional teams to review processes and identify/implement opportunities for improvements, applying lean concepts and tools. Subject matter expert on lean tools to mentor and teach others throughout the network to ensure perpetual continuous improvement occurs. Recommend annual capital plan for your facility to ensure safe and efficient operation of your facility while ensuring costs are kept to a minimum Establish a weekly training plan across exempt and non-exempt associates to ensure cross training to meet today's and tomorrow's needs. Keeps open communication channels with associates by answering questions and explaining policies and procedures. Assumes additional duties and responsibilities related as required and assigned. What will help you thrive in this role? Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain or equivalent Fifteen (15) years' experience in a high-volume warehouse Ten (10) years' experience managing direct reports Five (5) years' experience in SAP Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification or equivalent knowledge Understanding of multiple shipping methods - LTL, Parcel, and TL Carriers and experience managing multiple freight carriers. Proficient in establishing and maintaining coaching/ mentoring relationships, have a credible leadership presence, and be committed to developing those skill sets within their organization. #LI-AC1 Hubbell Incorporated Hubbell creates critical infrastructure solutions that power our customers, communities, people and the planet. Our company is strategically aligned around enabling grid modernization and electrification. As more products plug in to an aging grid, Hubbell solutions enable the transition to a more reliable, resilient and efficient energy infrastructure. Founded in 1888 our innovation has made us a leading global manufacturer of high quality electrical and utility solutions enabling customers to operate critical infrastructure reliably and efficiently. The company operates in two segments. Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications and Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. Our vertical market solutions can be applied to markets including Data Centers, Renewables, Commercial Buildings, Industrial, Telecom and Transportation. Supporting both of our business segments is our corporate and Hubbell Unified Business Solutions teams that provide consistent process, tools technologies across our businesses. We are committed to operating sustainably and ethically while promoting an inclusive and supportive culture for our people to grow and develop in their careers. Our employees proudly work and serve our communities from our headquarters in Shelton, CT, across the United States and around the globe. Hubbell Electrical Solutions Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. HES provides the critical components that allow operators of buildings, factories and other industrial infrastructure to connect, protect, wire and manage power. Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class.