Distribution Operations Manager Jobs
Distribution Operations Manager jobs are open across retail, e-commerce, food and beverage, and third-party logistics, at every level from operations supervisor to senior director, with specializations in warehouse management, supply chain optimization, and inventory control. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
Lead and manage front-line / professional support teams to peak effectiveness and efficiency in order to deliver maximum results. Includes people, process, budget, deliverables and strategic direction.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Build and maintain a high-performing team; select, develop, coach, reward and recognize team members.
- Manage front-line / professional support teams within an operational unit; recruitment, selection, performance management, development and rewards.
- Manage work distribution, resource management and staffing levels within workgroup.
- Assist in / develop team goals, priorities and metrics.
- Monitor progress toward goals, analyze variances, take correction action and adapts plans and priorities to address resource and operational challenges.
- Provide staff with ongoing coaching and performance feedback.
- Resolve escalated customer cases, situations and inquiries.
- Partner with legal and compliance to conduct operations in compliance with pertinent laws and regulations.
- Participate in, represent and/or lead divisional / departmental projects or operational improvements that improve operational unit performance.
- Recruits, develops, and sustains a high-performing team while promoting a culture of shared accountability, operational excellence, and partnership across the organization.
- Models Thrivent’s leadership competencies – Model the Way, Rally the Team, and Deliver Outcomes.
- Supports and/or develops an environment in which Thrivent employees and colleagues are focused on continuous improvement, exceptional employee engagement, and an unwavering commitment to our clients. Shapes and/or supports a culture that represents the Thrivent purpose, promise and values, ensuring that Thrivent’s trust and reputation remain strong with its clients.
This role will interact with key leaders within Operations and senior leaders across the enterprise to drive operational excellence for all stakeholders.
QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:
Required:
- College degree or equivalent
- Demonstrated process/people leadership
- Knowledge of financial products preferred
- Professional credentials preferred (e.g. FLMA, ALHC, CLU)
- Strong communication/interpersonal skills with emphasis on customer service, conflict management, teamwork and coaching skills
- Knowledge of TF products and systems desired
- Experience with significantly improving processes and leading change
- Willingness to maintain an external perspective of emerging management and operations trends
- 99 license required or obtained within 90 days of hire
COMPENSATION
- Salary Range: $81,537.00 - $110,315.00 per year, which factors in various geographic regions.
Thrivent’s long-term growth depends on attracting, rewarding, and retaining people who are committed to helping others thrive with purpose. We accomplish this by offering a wide variety of market competitive compensation programs to attract, reward, and retain top talent. The base pay actually offered will be determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to, location, relevant experience, skills, and knowledge, business needs, market demand, and other factors Thrivent deems important.
Thrivent is unique in our commitment to helping people to be wise with money and live balanced and generous lives. That extends to our benefits.
The following benefits may be offered: various bonuses (including, for example, annual or long-term incentives); medical, dental, and vision insurance; health savings account; flexible spending account; 401k; pension; life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance; disability insurance; supplemental protection insurance; 20 days of Paid Time Off each year; Sick and Safe Time; 10 paid company holidays; Volunteer Time Off; paid parental leave; EAP; well-being benefits, and other employee benefits. Eligibility for receipt of these benefits is subject to the applicable plan/policy documents. Thrivent’s plans/policies are subject to change at any time at Thrivent’s discretion.
Thrivent provides Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable local, state, or federal law. This policy applies to all employees and job applicants.
Thrivent is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please let us know by sending an email to human.resources@thrivent.com or call 800-847-4836 and request Human Resources.
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- SRS Distribution20

- HD Supply4

- PetSmart4

- Petco4

- Tractor Supply4

Top Industries Hiring
- Distribution & Wholesale35
- Retail18
- Manufacturing8
- Automotive5
- Animal Care & Pet Services4
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in distribution operations manager jobs.
- 3-7 years of experience managing warehouse or distribution center operations
- Proficiency with warehouse management systems such as SAP WMS, Manhattan Associates, or Blue Yonder
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, business, or a related field
- Demonstrated experience with inventory control, cycle counting, and shrinkage reduction
- APICS CPIM or CSCP certification preferred by many mid-to-large distribution employers
- Familiarity with OSHA safety compliance standards and carrier routing or transportation management systems
Tips for Your Distribution Operations Manager Job Search
Quantify throughput and efficiency on your resume
Hiring managers for distribution operations manager roles want to see volume metrics: units processed per shift, order accuracy rates, and cost-per-unit reductions you drove. Pull these numbers from your past performance reviews and put them in your bullet points.
List your WMS platforms by name
Warehouse management system experience is often a hard filter before a human reads your resume. Name every platform you've used, whether that's Manhattan Associates, Blue Yonder, SAP Extended Warehouse Management, or any other, so automated screening doesn't pass you over.
Target openings by distribution model not just title
A distribution operations manager role at a direct-to-consumer fulfillment center runs very differently from one at a regional wholesale DC. Filter your search by the company's distribution model so your experience aligns with what the role actually requires.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists distribution operations manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a labor planning scenario for interviews
Expect at least one behavioral question about managing staffing levels during peak season or an unexpected volume spike. Walk into the interview ready to describe a specific situation where you adjusted headcount, shift schedules, or temp labor to hit a throughput target.
Negotiate start date around peak cycles
Distribution networks have hard blackout periods, Q4 retail peak and post-holiday returns being the most common. If an offer comes near one of those windows, negotiating a start date that avoids the crunch signals operational awareness and protects your onboarding time.
Distribution Operations Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most distribution operations managers?
The companies hiring the most distribution operations managers right now include SRS Distribution, HD Supply, and PetSmart, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Georgia, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Demand is concentrated among large-scale retailers, third-party logistics providers, and food and beverage distributors with multi-site distribution networks.
How many distribution operations manager jobs are remote?
About 7% of distribution operations manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most distribution center environments. The roles most likely to allow remote or hybrid arrangements are those focused on network planning, vendor compliance, or multi-site operations oversight rather than single-facility floor management.
How do you become a distribution operations manager?
Most distribution operations managers start in warehouse associate, shift supervisor, or logistics coordinator roles and build up to managing full departments. Getting hands-on experience with a warehouse management system, earning an APICS certification, and demonstrating you can lead a team through a peak season are the practical steps that move candidates into manager-level consideration. A degree in supply chain, logistics, or business strengthens your candidacy, but operational results carry significant weight with most hiring teams.
Can you get hired as a distribution operations manager without direct management experience?
It's possible to move into this role without a formal manager title if you can show lead or supervisory experience, even informally. Candidates who have trained new hires, coordinated shift handoffs, or owned a specific operational process like inbound receiving or carrier scheduling are competitive for smaller distribution operations or assistant manager roles that serve as a stepping stone. Emphasizing those responsibilities explicitly in your resume helps close the experience gap.
What does the distribution operations manager interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a recruiter or HR screen focused on your background and availability, followed by a structured interview with an operations director or regional manager covering behavioral questions about labor management, throughput, and safety. Many employers add a site tour or facility walkthrough to see how you assess an operation in real time. Final rounds often include a panel with cross-functional stakeholders from transportation, inventory, or finance before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to distribution operations manager jobs?
You can find and apply to distribution operations manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level, industry background, and preferred location, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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