Job Description

About the Role

We are currently seeking a talented and experienced Distribution Center Operations Manager to lead our distribution center team and ensure the smooth and efficient operation of our Distribution operation. As the Distribution Center Operations Manager, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing all aspects of our distribution center's operations. You will be responsible for managing a team of supervisors and associates, optimizing processes, and ensuring the timely and accurate distribution of products to our customers. This role requires strong leadership, problem-solving skills, and a deep understanding of distribution center operations.

This position will lead our weekend shift from Friday to Sunday, 6:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Central Time.

You’ll Make a Difference By

• Team Leadership: Leading, mentoring, and developing a team of supervisors and warehouse associates to ensure high levels of performance, engagement, and productivity. Supervising a team of Shift Supervisors (2-5 front-line supervisors, depending on location) and associates in outbound or inbound operations. Carrying out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with organizational policies and procedures
• Operational Excellence: Continuously improving distribution center processes to maximize efficiency, accuracy, and safety while minimizing costs
• Inventory Management: Overseeing inventory control and management, ensuring accuracy in stock levels, tracking, and cycle counting
• Quality Assurance: Implementing and maintaining quality control measures to meet or exceed product quality standards
• Health and Safety: Ensuring the overall safety, quality, performance, and customer experience of the shift
• Performance Metrics: Setting and monitoring KPIs, tracking performance metrics, and implementing corrective actions as needed to achieve operational goals. Engaging in strategic planning and forecasting, appraising performance, resolving problems, and addressing staffing needs
• Budget Management: Developing and managing the distribution center budget, controlling expenses, and optimizing resource allocation
• Vendor Relations: Coordinating with suppliers and vendors to ensure timely deliveries and resolving any issues that may arise
• Technology Utilizations: Implementing and leveraging warehouse management systems (WMS) and other technology tools to enhance operational efficiency
• Continuous Improvement: Driving process improvements and keeping pace with growth while motivating others to meet challenges in a deadline-driven environment
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring compliance with all relevant industry regulations and standards
• Assisting with other responsibilities as assigned based on business needs

About You

• Candidates must be available to work weekends regularly and support other shifts based on business needs
• Must be able to work in an environment where the noise level varies and can be loud
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
• Proven experience (5+ years) in distribution center management or similar roles within the logistics industry
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage teams effectively
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Ability to develop and share best practices across the shifts and network
• Mentor, train and develop teammates for career progression and learning
• In-depth knowledge of distribution center operations, inventory management, and logistics
• Proficiency in using warehouse management systems and related software
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Knowledge of safety and regulatory compliance in warehouse operations
• Budget management experience is a plus

About Ariat

Ariat is an innovative, outdoor global brand with roots in equestrian performance. We develop high-quality footwear and apparel for riders, ranchers, workers, and outdoorsmen who care about performance, quality, comfort, and style.

The salary range for this position is $70,000 - $80,000 per year.

The salary is determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data for geographic locations. Ariat in good faith believes that this posted compensation range is accurate for this role at this location at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future.

Ariat’s holistic benefits package for full-time team members includes (but is not limited to):

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options
• Expanded wellness and mental health benefits
• Paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and paid volunteer days
• 401(k) with company match
• Bonus incentive plans
• Team member discount on Ariat merchandise

Note: Availability of benefits may be subject to location & employment type and may have certain eligibility requirements. Ariat reserves the right to alter these benefits in whole or in part at any time without advance notice.

Ariat will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws. Ariat is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics or any other basis protected under federal, state, or local law. Ariat is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to candidates with disabilities. If you need an accommodation during the application process, email human.resources@ariat.com.

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Please note that Ariat does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Agreement, Ariat will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter/agency placement fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed Agreement, Ariat explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted directly to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Ariat.

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