CareerPlan

Sr. Manager Operations (Distribution)

Fort Wayne, IN, usFull-time$111k–$141k2026-11-02 → 2026-11-11

Core

Manages daily operations of an assigned site or area at a manufacturing site or Distribution Center, ensuring customer service levels and commitments are achieved.

Role type

Senior Manager Operations (Distribution/Manufacturing)

Builds

High-volume distribution and print production operations

Domain

Publishing and distribution

Required skills

Lean Six Sigma, strategic planning, team leadership, budget management, KPI tracking, process improvement, labor planning, cross-functional collaboration

Preferred skills

None stated

Technologies

None stated

Responsibilities

Oversees KPIs, goals, and objectives for the management team; sets clear goals and expectations for Managers and Area Managers, measures performance, provides feedback, and holds leaders accountable. Develops, manages, and leads continuous process improvement strategies and initiatives; leverages Lean, Six Sigma, and Performance Improvement tools to enhance productivity. Provides strategic-level/long-term planning (3, 6, and 12 months out), including labor planning, rate forecasting, and peak season planning. Controls and manages budget costs for all assigned departments/areas. Oversees the supervision of the operations area, ensuring the timely and accurate movement of materials into and out of the facility.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC