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Distribution Center Manager
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A Distribution Center Manager oversees day-to-day workflow and employees of a distribution center. This includes tasks like receiving, storage, shipping, and expense management. May involve management of suppliers.
$97,009 / year median in Tennessee
+11% projected growth
Job Description
Distribution Center Manager Lallemand - 3.5 Memphis, TN Job Details Full-time 14 hours ago Qualifications Data analysis reporting Team supervision Bachelor's degree Operational excellence initiatives Productivity software Managing teams as a warehouse supervisor Business operations Technical Proficiency Microsoft Dynamics Full Job Description Posting Period From August 31, 2026 to September 30, 2026 Country or region United States Location Memphis, Tennessee Business Unit Baking Department Customer Service / Logistic Entry date As soon as possible Job Status Permanent - Full time Minimal required work experience 3 years Minimal education level required Bachelor's Degree Salary To be determined Benefits Competitive social benefits
Distribution Center Manager Main Functions PURPOSE:
The Distribution Center Manager oversees all activities and tasks related to the Distribution Center operations, functioning as the site's operational leader with Plant Manager-level accountability for food safety, quality, and regulatory systems. They are responsible for ensuring the site's adherence to internal and external quality, food safety, and compliance requirements, including full ownership of the site's BRC and other applicable food safety certification programs. This role requires a strong process adherence and continuous-improvement mindset to drive operational excellence across the Distribution Center.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Manages the Distribution Center's inventories (branch inventory, ordering, min/max, lot rotation, customer specifications, damages, and credits) Manages the Distribution Center's warehouse clerks and drivers (hiring, training, development, evaluation, discipline, supervision) Develop and follow budget restrictions with the Distributions Operations Manager (payroll, invoices, fuel & mileage, negotiate costs with vendors, manage carrier expenses, etc.) Ensure employee safety (OSHA or CNESST compliances) by Monthly Warehouse Safety Inspections and Meetings, Quaterly Driver Meetings, Facility Maintenance, etc.) Ensure adherence to Alchemy Training Platform for all DCs as per training requirements Follow delivery schedules and comply with special requests; assist in responding to customer and/or Sister's Business Unit Compliants. Manages Fleet (routing, HOS, DOT Compliance, Maintenance, Fuel Bonus Program, Licensing, Violations & Accidents) Promotes the site's compliance to the following requirements (as applicable): Customer requirements (orders, deliveries, transport, shelf life, product rotation) Internal requirements related to quality and food safety (HACCP, GWPs and prerequisite programs PRPs), etc. Certification and regulatory requirements (such as BRC, FDA, CFIA, AIB, federal, state/provincial, Non GMO Project Verified (NGPV), Organic (NOP/COR) and local labor regulations, as applicable). Owns and champions the Distribution Center's food safety and quality certification programs (BRC and other applicable schemes) with Plant Manager-level accountability, ensuring audit readiness and timely closure of corrective and preventive actions. Utilizes the company's ERP system (Microsoft Dynamics) to manage inventory, orders, and reporting; analyzes operational data to identify trends and drive continuous process improvement. All Job duties as per
DC-I-2400-A03
Warehouse Manager - Job Description if no Warehouse Manager on Site. Implement and/or support other special projects such as Lewis Implementation, LY sampling kits, CoA automation, etc. Follow and make sure warehouse clerk(s), driver(s), and warehouse manager (if applicable) follow
DC-P-08-02-A02
GWPs in all time and other BMS/DC and SITES Procedures and Instructions in order to ensure product food safety, legality and quality. Ensure service suppliers comply at all times with the Visitors and Service Suppliers Policy
DC-I-2401-A01
Conduct routine inspections such as monthly inspections, glass & grittle plastic inspection, pallets, etc.. Log and investigate nonconformities, and implement corrective and preventive actions. Responsible for execution and update of the Master Cleaning Schedule (MCS), External Maintenance Calendar, Site Audit Calendar, Calibration Log, Approved Chemical Inventory, etc. Conducting mock recalls, evacuation and/or fire drills, mock crises, etc., and as per the audit calendar. Collaborate on the update of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and warehouse-specific objectives as defined by upper management. Participate in and provide data for HACCP reviews, Food Fraud and Food Defense Assessments, as well as Business Management Reviews. Technical skills Required Minimum 3 years experience as a facility manager managing a team is an essential prerequisite Strong communication skills Ability to work with Microsoft Office Applications;
• Proficiency with ERP systems, specifically Microsoft Dynamics Strong data analysis skills; ability to interpret operational data to identify trends and inform decisions An asset Bachelor's degree in administration, supply chain or other related field is considered an asset. Experience in administration, supply chain or other related field is considered an asset Experience with with international (cross-border shipments) is preferred Experience with ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics preferred) is strongly preferred Experience managing BRC or other food safety/quality certification programs is considered a strong asset Personal abilities Required Ability to lead a team with integrity and respect Ability to set priorities Strong process-orientation with a demonstrated process improvement / continuous improvement mindset Organization Lallemand is a privately held Canadian company founded in the late 19th century, which develops, produces, and markets microorganisms for various markets. The administrative offices of the parent company are in Montreal, Canada. Today, Lallemand employs more than 6,500 people working in more than 45 countries on 5 continents. Lallemand Baking offers a range of superior quality baker's yeast - both fresh and dry varieties - and specialty ingredients to meet bakers' needs across North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Baking cultures and dough conditioners round out our impressive product range. The Lallemand baking team's many branches collaborate closely to provide innovative products and efficient services, backed by a skilled technical support team in each region of operations. Please take note that accommodations will be provided in all parts of the hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.