Distribution Manager

We are Generac, a leading energy technology company committed to powering a smarter world.
Over the years of Generac's history, we've been dedicated to energy innovation. From creating the home standby generator market category, to our current evolution into an energy technology solutions company, we continue to push new boundaries.

The Manager - Distribution is a support function in the Generac Supply Chain organization. The role is focused on pick, pack, and ship operations performance. The Manager - Distribution will ensure all distribution operations within the facility of responsibility are done with the consistency, reliability, and predictability our various Sales Offices require when servicing their customers.

This role will be responsible for ensuring that pick, pack and ship processes are executed consistently within facility to Generac standards, that tools and applications are deployed and used optimally, and that pick, pack and ship operations financial and operational performances are meeting targets. The Manager - Distribution ensures that the programs related to safety and training are consistent with other Generac sites and become key factors for best employee retention. Creates and manages the Generac pick, pack, and ship operations teammates' onboarding process in collaboration with the HR team (from initial staffing requirement to onboarding).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supervises Pick, Pack and Ship Operations of a Site Ensuring Entire Processes Are Maintained and Developed in Accordance with Goals and Compliance Requirements of Generac Sales Offices.
• Monitors and Manages DC Operations Financial and Operational Performances Using Relevant KPIs and Reports Performance Periodically.
• Designs and Directs Work of Team. Selects, Coaches, and Develops Staff. Sets Clear Expectations to Inspire and Motivate Team. Manages Performance Recognizing Achievement, Providing Feedback, and Administering Progressive Discipline When Necessary.
• Initiates and/or Leads Continuous Improvement Initiatives Related to DC Operations. Updates CI Program Lists and Reports Progress Periodically.
• Maintains Customer Relations by Ensuring Seamless Material Flow Process from Incoming Receiving and Inspection to Shipment of Product to Customers.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent
• 3 Years Leadership Experience
• 5 Years Experience with Technology Solutions WMS and ERP or Similar
• 5 Years Experience Participating in and/or Leading Continuous Improvement Initiatives to Reduce Waste in Operation

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Software Solutions ERP SAP/Oracle WMS
• Experience Designing and Delivering Training
• Information Management Experience Including Analysis of Data
• Lean Six Sigma Certification

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to Adjust Priorities and Manage Time Wisely in Fast-Paced Environment
• Knowledge of Project Management Fundamentals
• Ability to Identify and Resolve High Complexity Process/System Problems
• Ability to Investigate and Troubleshoot Flow/Process Issues
• Strong Conflict Management and Problem-Solving Skills
• Strong Understanding of Basic Financial Practices and Budget Management
• Ability to Communicate Effectively Both Verbally and in Writing with Wide Variety of Internal and External Customers
• Proficiency in Word Excel PowerPoint and Multiple Business Applications Evaluation and Reporting

Great Reasons to Work for Generac:

• Competitive Benefits Health Dental Vision 401k and Many More
• Many Employee Activities
• Scheduled Events Throughout Year That Allow Employees Both Current and Retirees to Gather Together and Enjoy Their Time with Families and Coworkers
• Pride When a Storm Strikes Generac Employees Always Rise to Occasion Each Time a Storm Hits Many Employees Volunteer Their Time with Customer Support Team or on Production Line While Others Go Right into Storm-Affected Areas to Repair Generators
• We Believe in Having Fun From Minor Celebrations to Major Events Our Employees Balance Their Work by Building Strong Culture of Teamwork and Collaboration through Variety of Occasions Including Our Fun Days
• Every Day is Jeans Day Dress for Your Day
• Product Loan and Discount Programs

Physical Demands: While performing duties of job employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. Employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion incumbent may be required to stoop bend or reach above shoulders. Employee must occasionally lift up to 25-50 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting close vision and ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.

We are equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.