DISTRIBUTION MANAGER SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND JOB REQUIREMENTS
Published: Dec 09, 2024 - The Distribution Manager demonstrates strong knowledge of controls and compliance, particularly in fleet management and employment requirements. With a metrics-driven mindset and excellent problem-solving abilities, the role requires prioritizing tasks, working under pressure, and leading a diverse team in a fast-paced environment. Exceptional communication and customer service skills, along with the ability to deliver tough messages and take corrective actions, ensure the achievement of objectives through others.
Essential Hard and Soft Skills for a Standout Distribution Manager Resume
- Inventory Management
- Supply Chain Optimization
- Logistics Coordination
- ERP Software Proficiency
- Data Analysis
- Route Planning
- Vendor Management
- Shipping and Receiving
- Budgeting and Cost Control
- Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
- Communication
- Leadership
- Problem-solving
- Time Management
- Negotiation
- Teamwork
- Decision-making
- Adaptability
- Conflict Resolution
- Attention to Detail
Summary of Distribution Manager Knowledge and Qualifications on Resume
1. BS in Supply Chain Management with 3 years of experience
- Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
- Experience in developing detailed process work instructions
- Experience in developing and reporting warehouse metrics (productivity, financial, safety)
- Ability to rotate shift assignments regarding, day, night and weekend supervisor coverage by senior management
- Experience hosting and coordinating individual and group meetings with high-level stakeholders, such as the Client's Chief of Staff, hospital executives, local health department leadership, etc.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills to support proactive identification and resolution of conflicts
- Knowledge or ability to learn SmartSheets, Cognito Forms, Google Suite, etc.
- Extraordinary attention to detail and ability to manage multiple competing priorities
- Experience training and managing staff
- Experience managing a large inventory (e.g 6,000+ devices)
- Possess good financial acumen enabling the supply chain to optimize profitability as well as understand the financial implications of supply chain decisions on plant spending and overall profitability.
- Extensive experience in Manufacturing Materials Management
- Experience in the use of Material Requirement Planning (MRP) systems for the production planning process.
2. BS in Logistics Management with 5 years of experience
- Experience that demonstrates controls and compliance knowledge related to fleet management and employment requirements.
- Ability to set priorities and problem-solve, while working under pressure and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- A Metrics-driven mindset with analytical skills.
- Ability to achieve objectives through others.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Ability to motivate and develop team members.
- Ability to deliver tough messages and ways of working.
- Excellent communication skills, a professional demeanor, and interpersonal relationship skills.
- Ability to determine root cause findings, take corrective actions and have problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work in a cold/ damp environment and stand for extended periods.
- Good computer skills such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Ability to lead and develop a diverse team in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to exercise sound judgment within established guidelines
3. BA in Business Administration with 4 years of experience
- Experience in leading and managing teams in a distribution center.
- Experience working in food retail or FMCG.
- Experience in managing delivery fleets.
- Knowledge of transport legislation and licenses.
- Entrepreneurial mindset, comfortable in a highly ambiguous environment and able to take independent responsibility from day one with the ability to work with little direction.
- Able to disseminate ideas in a clear, concise manner to relevant stakeholders through both oral and written communication.
- Excellent organizational and project management skills.
- Proven experience in a leading distribution role or forwarding company role
- Knowledge of warehouse processes including receiving, storage, picking, packing and dispatch
- Experience with Lean Management
- Extensive experience in People Management
- Strong knowledge of all relevant transport legislation and ability to hold the O' license
- Worked with Paragon or have an awareness of the planning software
4. BS in Industrial Engineering with 6 years of experience
- Experience overseeing multiple distribution sites.
- Comprehensive knowledge of DOT Regulations.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work within a team environment dealing with high-pressure situations.
- Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
- Must be organized with a strong attention to detail and the ability to multi-task.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Working knowledge and understanding of hand-held units and phone systems.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office products.
- Some form of Operations Improvement or strategic logistics experience
- Have managed operational budgets
- Proven track record in process improvement in Cost, OTIF, and Driver Engagement
5. BS in Operations Management with 5 years of experience
- Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
- Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
- Ability to present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide into all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
- Ability to Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
- Ability to Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
- Knowledge of Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software, and ability to learn Sysco technology software and programs.
- Ability to engage and lead individual and team discussions and meetings.
- Ability to apply all relevant policies in a consistent, timely and objective manner.
- Capable of working with peers and associates from other departments and shifts proactively and constructively.
- Ability to work in a disciplined manner and capable of following established procedures, and practices and complying with local, state and federal regulations.
- Ability to report to work promptly and regularly works well with others, demonstrates the ability to consistently meet deadlines.
6. BS in Transportation and Logistics with 4 years of experience
- Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices, including sanitary habits and knowledge of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) considered a strong asset.
- Solid experience and working knowledge of an automated Warehouse Management System (WMS).
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including written and verbal
- Effective leadership skills with the ability to work well with and through others
- Familiar with total quality management and continuous improvement processes
- Good decision-making and problem-solving capabilities
- Experience with MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.)
- Experience with Excel modeling and Power BI
- Supervisory experience, preferably in a multi-shift / multi-building distribution center environment.
- Experience with various types of warehouse equipment, including trucks, stock pickers and forklifts.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task.
7. BA in Economics with 5 years of experience
- Supervisory or management experience in a 3PL environment
- Ability and passion to deliver excellent customer service and develop mutually benefiting relationships with all partners
- Possess a history of growing responsibilities within a warehouse/distribution environment
- Ability to identify and understand problems, challenges and opportunities by analyzing and comparing data to reach a beneficial conclusion
- Ability to influence change management and operational performance from areas outside of his/her direct control
- Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals
- Ability to plan, organize and manage multiple projects and set priorities
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients and the general public
- Ability to read, analyze and interrupt policies and contracts
- Must be proficient with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and PowerPoint