Distribution Manager

R10102816 Distribution Manager (Open) Location: Roseville, MN - Filling industrial How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW? We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the unique perspectives of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders, and cultures across the world. We believe that a variety of backgrounds makes our team stronger and more innovative. At Airgas, we RESPECT, HONOR and VALUE diversity. Airgas is Hiring for a Distribution Manager in Roseville, MN! We are looking for you! Pay Range : $75,000-$85,000 Comprehensive Family Benefits: Airgas offers a full benefits package designed to support your whole life, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance. Support for Parents: We offer a 14-week paid child birth benefit to support growing families. Future Security: 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, Tuition Assistance, Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time. Early Access: Your benefits start after just 30 days of employment. The Distribution Manager is responsible for all phases of distribution including daily truck routing (inter-company shuttles, trailer and bulk deliveries), ordering truck maintenance, and recordkeeping and driver safety meetings. The Distribution Manager is responsible for maximizing delivery service in a safe and efficient manner. This position supervises drivers and coordinates special requirements with Plant Manager and shift leads. Provides safety and compliance training to meet DOT, OSHA, FDA and Corporate requirements. Champions distribution efficiency initiatives for the location, including demand leveling. Drives continuous improvement in daily distribution operations. Develops, documents and trains employees on SOPs and processes. Daily review and processing of all DOT documentation including vehicle condition reports and drivers hours of service, route efficiency and completion. Reviews incoming orders for accuracy and unusual requirements. Communicate unusual requirements for production planning. Prepares daily local and inter-branch delivery schedule for cylinders and bulk. Prepares load sheets, delivery tickets and manifests and highlights any critical customer requirements. Insures loads are accurate and complete. Reviews returned trips for paperwork accuracy and completeness, and unfulfilled orders Reviews open orders for status and closure. Responds to inquiries from sales, customer service and branches regarding delivery status and capabilities Responds to emergency delivery requirements. Manages availability of drivers and equipment, including all maintenance requirements, to insure that adequate resources are available to meet distribution needs. Controls distribution costs and maximizes service response through balancing of daily routes and overall system optimization. Directly supervises drivers. Other duties and projects as assigned. ________________________ Are you a MATCH? Required Qualifications: High School Diploma or Equivalent required. Minimum 5 years of experience in a manufacturing or distribution operation. Minimum 2 years leadership experience in a distribution environment. Efficient in Microsoft Office products. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Self-starter, self-motivated, independent, well-organized, attention to detail. Team player with positive attitude; strong collaborative skills; ability to influence without having direct authority. Ability to read and comprehend technical procedures, governmental regulations, MSDS, safety rules, manufacturer operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, etc. Must be able to work with a wide variety of people with different personalities and backgrounds. Must have effective oral and written English language ability. Strong analytical skills; competency for understanding metrics and ability to present and communicate to all levels of the organization and external customers. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide…

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