Mid Level Distribution Center Manager Jobs
Mid level distribution center manager jobs go to professionals ready to own operational workflows, lead frontline teams, and make staffing and logistics decisions with limited oversight. Roles are concentrated in Automotive, Consulting & Professional Services, and Retail, predominantly on-site, with employers like TBC Corporation, Cintas, and AutoZone hiring at this level now.
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Great brands reflect culture. The best ones help shape it. At Foot Locker, we’re rooted in sport, powered by style, and driven by the communities that move both. From Foot Locker and Kids Foot Locker to Champs Sports, WSS, and atmos, our brands sit at the intersection of sport, style, and self-expression.
As part of the DICK’S Sporting Goods family, you’re backed by the resources, reach, and career opportunities of a world-class sports company. That unleashes Foot Locker to keep pushing forward with the agility and edge that define the brand. We’re looking for great people who want to influence culture and the generation that is shaping what’s next.
Whether you’re building strategy, shaping innovations, or creating unforgettable customer moments, you’ll contribute to decisions and experiences that define our brands’ impact in the communities we serve.
Come change the game with us. Apply today!
The Distribution Center Planner is responsible maximizing the delivery of orders for direct-to-consumer and retail stores to ensure they ship within 24 hours of receipt by analyzing historical data to wave/schedule orders in an efficient manner. In this role, you will focus on optimizing logistics operations, inventory management, transportation planning, and coordinating with various departments to meet customer demand while minimizing costs. If you have strong analytical skills, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and experience in supply chain planning, this is the role for you!
Responsibilities:
- Own the execution of scheduling/waving product based on the direction of the Distribution Planning Manager to optimize delivery to our stores within 24-48 hours of demand generation
- Support executing systematic waves for off-shifts to ensure there is a consistent flow of work for the production teams that matches the agreed upon capacity of each department
- Own reviewing all orders aged greater than 24 hours, including investigating what is required to promptly ship the orders in partnership with Operations leadership team
- Be the subject matter expert in the DC’s waving strategy and implement changes to waving templates as customer requirements change
- Partner with other site Operations leaders daily to align on capacity, ensuring the correct number of orders are being released in the correct order
- Own reviewing the site’s capacity plan to provide feedback to the Operations leadership team if there is a risk it will not support customer demand
- Support reviewing supplies weekly to provide feedback to Procurement Manager on any risks of product that might run out and need to be re-ordered
- Assist with departmental workflow as needed by the site leadership team
- Drive continuous improvement strategies within department and across the entire network
- Be the Warehouse Management Systems subject matter expert on-site and develop expertise within production control team
- Bachelor’s degree (Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain/Logistics, Data Analytics, or Finance/Accounting, preferred) and/or 4+ years of distribution planning experience
- Comprehensive experience working with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
- Skilled with math and analyzing large amounts of data
- Demonstrated experience with warehouse management systems, Manhattan preferred
- Strong communication and presentation skills
- Ability to respond with a sense of urgency and work in a fast-paced environment
- Knowledge of how to build reporting in Power BI, Excel, SQL, and/or Python
- Experience designing and implementing replenishment strategies
- Certifications in data analytics, APICs, Lean manufacturing, and/or Six Sigma
- Cameras must be on for all virtual interviews.
- AI tools are strictly prohibited during interviews or assessments.
- Employee Discount
- Paid Time Off
- Medical | Dental | Vision Coverage
- 401(k) | Roth 401(k)
- Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Opportunities for Advancement
- Tuition Reimbursement for Qualified Courses
- Strong Company Culture
- Employee Resource Groups
Great brands reflect culture. The best ones help shape it. At Foot Locker, we’re rooted in sport, powered by style, and driven by the communities that move both. From Foot Locker and Kids Foot Locker to Champs Sports, WSS, and atmos, our brands sit at the intersection of sport, style, and self-expression.
As part of the DICK’S Sporting Goods family, you’re backed by the resources, reach, and career opportunities of a world-class sports company. That unleashes Foot Locker to keep pushing forward with the agility and edge that define the brand. We’re looking for great people who want to influence culture and the generation that is shaping what’s next.
Whether you’re building strategy, shaping innovations, or creating unforgettable customer moments, you’ll contribute to decisions and experiences that define our brands’ impact in the communities we serve.
Come change the game with us. Apply today!
The Distribution Center Planner is responsible maximizing the delivery of orders for direct-to-consumer and retail stores to ensure they ship within 24 hours of receipt by analyzing historical data to wave/schedule orders in an efficient manner. In this role, you will focus on optimizing logistics operations, inventory management, transportation planning, and coordinating with various departments to meet customer demand while minimizing costs. If you have strong analytical skills, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and experience in supply chain planning, this is the role for you!
Responsibilities:
- Own the execution of scheduling/waving product based on the direction of the Distribution Planning Manager to optimize delivery to our stores within 24-48 hours of demand generation
- Support executing systematic waves for off-shifts to ensure there is a consistent flow of work for the production teams that matches the agreed upon capacity of each department
- Own reviewing all orders aged greater than 24 hours, including investigating what is required to promptly ship the orders in partnership with Operations leadership team
- Be the subject matter expert in the DC’s waving strategy and implement changes to waving templates as customer requirements change
- Partner with other site Operations leaders daily to align on capacity, ensuring the correct number of orders are being released in the correct order
- Own reviewing the site’s capacity plan to provide feedback to the Operations leadership team if there is a risk it will not support customer demand
- Support reviewing supplies weekly to provide feedback to Procurement Manager on any risks of product that might run out and need to be re-ordered
- Assist with departmental workflow as needed by the site leadership team
- Drive continuous improvement strategies within department and across the entire network
- Be the Warehouse Management Systems subject matter expert on-site and develop expertise within production control team
- Bachelor’s degree (Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain/Logistics, Data Analytics, or Finance/Accounting, preferred) and/or 4+ years of distribution planning experience
- Comprehensive experience working with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
- Skilled with math and analyzing large amounts of data
- Demonstrated experience with warehouse management systems, Manhattan preferred
- Strong communication and presentation skills
- Ability to respond with a sense of urgency and work in a fast-paced environment
- Knowledge of how to build reporting in Power BI, Excel, SQL, and/or Python
- Experience designing and implementing replenishment strategies
- Certifications in data analytics, APICs, Lean manufacturing, and/or Six Sigma
- Cameras must be on for all virtual interviews.
- AI tools are strictly prohibited during interviews or assessments.
- Employee Discount
- Paid Time Off
- Medical | Dental | Vision Coverage
- 401(k) | Roth 401(k)
- Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Opportunities for Advancement
- Tuition Reimbursement for Qualified Courses
- Strong Company Culture
- Employee Resource Groups
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Mid Level Distribution Center Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level distribution center manager job?
Position yourself around ownership, not just participation. Highlight specific outcomes you drove, such as improving throughput rates, reducing shrink, or managing a shift independently. Tailor your resume to show you have led teams, handled exceptions without escalating, and can translate operational goals into daily priorities. Employers at this level want candidates who manage complexity, not just follow procedures.
Which companies hire mid level distribution center managers?
Companies hiring mid level distribution center managers right now include TBC Corporation, Cintas, and AutoZone, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Retailers, third-party logistics providers, and e-commerce fulfillment operators tend to hire most actively at this level, as their volume and turnover create consistent demand for experienced managers who can step in with minimal ramp time.
Are there remote mid level distribution center manager jobs?
Yes, though most distribution center manager roles are on-site by nature. About 0% of mid level distribution center manager openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to cover oversight, planning, or vendor coordination functions rather than floor management. If location flexibility matters to you, filtering by those work settings when you search will surface the relevant openings quickly.
How do I move up to a mid level distribution center manager role?
Progression into mid level typically comes from demonstrating consistent ownership over your first few years: taking responsibility for a shift or department, solving operational problems without being directed, and showing measurable impact through metrics like fill rates, safety records, or labor efficiency. Cross-training in inventory, receiving, and outbound gives you the breadth employers expect before trusting you to run a broader operation.
Which industries hire the most mid level distribution center managers?
Mid Level distribution center manager roles concentrate in Automotive, Consulting & Professional Services, and Retail, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors rely on high-volume, time-sensitive fulfillment operations that require experienced managers who can sustain throughput, enforce compliance standards, and adapt quickly when demand or staffing conditions shift.