Distribution Operations Manager Jobs in California
Distribution Operations Manager jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in e-commerce fulfillment, consumer goods, food and beverage distribution, and third-party logistics, with openings at every level from lead coordinator through senior director. Los Angeles, the Inland Empire, and the San Francisco Bay Area account for the largest share of postings, where employers like Amazon, XPO Logistics, and Sysco consistently recruit for these roles. Cold chain logistics, last-mile delivery operations, and multi-site warehouse oversight are the most in-demand specialties across California right now. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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What will you do?
- Monitor and optimize the inbound and outbound flows to/from the Distribution Center
- Ensure all Trade and Compliance requirements are satisfied (CTPAT, Dangerous Good Shipping...etc)
- Standardize and Improve Methods to enhance DC operational performance
- Optimize Space and drive resolution of capacity issues
- Ensure DC maintains SLA’s – Cycle Time (Inbound/Outbound)
- Ensure appropriate resources (Headcount, Equipment…etc)
- Participate in daily production meetings, updating the team on delivery and/or quality issues
- First escalation level for delivery performance management
- Work with Engineering and Quality to manage supplier and parts qualification. Participate in Root cause Analysis / corrective actions.
- Lead order management operations by coordinating order flow, balancing supply and demand, mitigating fulfillment risks, and driving continuous improvements in service and delivery performance.
- Contribute to productivity by supporting and implementing quality, delivery, and cost reduction objectives.
- Leader of the Control Tower
Key Responsibilities
- Responsible for the performance of the DC entity through hierarchical animation of teams.
- Align resources within short-, medium- & long-term horizons; guarantee training plans for successful execution of standardized work; leads short interval management at site level; formulates / escalates issues where necessary; strong contributor to continuous improvement; people management & budgetary accountability.
Who will you report to?
DC Leader
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related discipline
- 5+ years of experience in a warehouse/logistics environment
- Previous ERP experience – preferably SAP, Manhattan, Oracle
- Knowledge of lean fundamentals
- Strong analytical skills; experience with Tableau PowerBI etc.
- Strong Influence & Convince skills
- Excellent communication and organization skills
- Can work with many other organizations/personalities
- Strong negotiation, reporting skills
Ready to lead with impact? We're excited to meet you — apply today!
At Schneider, we believe that every employee is a talent who deserves equal opportunities. This means you matter. Every individual needs to feel valued, supported, and treated fairly to do their best work.
Our Total Rewards is our way of saying: “We see you. We value you”. It’s more than just pay and benefits- it’s a meaningful investment in you. It is designed for you to perform, grow, feel safe, and elevate your potential to shine as an impact maker.
For this U.S. based position, the expected pay range is USD 101,600 - USD 152,400 per year. This pay range includes base pay and short-term incentives. The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our pay ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the pay range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
Schneider Electric is there when it matters most to you
Our Total Rewards package outlines all the benefits and support you’ll enjoy as part of the Schneider Electric team:
Care for Yourself and Your Family. We ensure you feel secure with benefits that help you and your family thrive: medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks, flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, well-being programs, 12 holidays per year, and 15 days of paid time off per year.
Invest and Plan Your Future. We help you plan and invest for the future with competitive pay and programs including base salary, incentives, company share ownership, and 401(k) with match.
Grow Your Skills and Career. We support development through performance discussions, global opportunities, the Schneider Career Hub, and learning platforms like Coursera.
Team Up in the Workplace. We encourage collaboration, recognition, sharing your voice, and an inclusive workplace.
Support Your Community. We make a difference through volunteer leave, programs with the Schneider Electric Foundation, youth education initiatives, and military leave benefits.
(External) English Company Boiler Plate:
Looking to make an IMPACT with your career?
When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values – Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork – starts with us.
IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world.
We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.
Become an IMPACT Maker with Schneider Electric – apply today!
€40 billion global revenue
+9% organic growth
150 000+ employees in 100+ countries
You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.
Schneider Electric aspires to be the most inclusive and caring company in the world, by providing equitable opportunities to everyone, everywhere, and ensuring all employees feel uniquely valued and safe to contribute their best. We mirror the diversity of the communities in which we operate, and ‘inclusion’ is one of our core values. We believe our differences make us stronger as a company and as individuals and we are committed to championing inclusivity in everything we do.
Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.
What will you do?
- Monitor and optimize the inbound and outbound flows to/from the Distribution Center
- Ensure all Trade and Compliance requirements are satisfied (CTPAT, Dangerous Good Shipping...etc)
- Standardize and Improve Methods to enhance DC operational performance
- Optimize Space and drive resolution of capacity issues
- Ensure DC maintains SLA’s – Cycle Time (Inbound/Outbound)
- Ensure appropriate resources (Headcount, Equipment…etc)
- Participate in daily production meetings, updating the team on delivery and/or quality issues
- First escalation level for delivery performance management
- Work with Engineering and Quality to manage supplier and parts qualification. Participate in Root cause Analysis / corrective actions.
- Lead order management operations by coordinating order flow, balancing supply and demand, mitigating fulfillment risks, and driving continuous improvements in service and delivery performance.
- Contribute to productivity by supporting and implementing quality, delivery, and cost reduction objectives.
- Leader of the Control Tower
Key Responsibilities
- Responsible for the performance of the DC entity through hierarchical animation of teams.
- Align resources within short-, medium- & long-term horizons; guarantee training plans for successful execution of standardized work; leads short interval management at site level; formulates / escalates issues where necessary; strong contributor to continuous improvement; people management & budgetary accountability.
Who will you report to?
DC Leader
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related discipline
- 5+ years of experience in a warehouse/logistics environment
- Previous ERP experience – preferably SAP, Manhattan, Oracle
- Knowledge of lean fundamentals
- Strong analytical skills; experience with Tableau PowerBI etc.
- Strong Influence & Convince skills
- Excellent communication and organization skills
- Can work with many other organizations/personalities
- Strong negotiation, reporting skills
Ready to lead with impact? We're excited to meet you — apply today!
At Schneider, we believe that every employee is a talent who deserves equal opportunities. This means you matter. Every individual needs to feel valued, supported, and treated fairly to do their best work.
Our Total Rewards is our way of saying: “We see you. We value you”. It’s more than just pay and benefits- it’s a meaningful investment in you. It is designed for you to perform, grow, feel safe, and elevate your potential to shine as an impact maker.
For this U.S. based position, the expected pay range is USD 101,600 - USD 152,400 per year. This pay range includes base pay and short-term incentives. The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our pay ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the pay range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
Schneider Electric is there when it matters most to you
Our Total Rewards package outlines all the benefits and support you’ll enjoy as part of the Schneider Electric team:
Care for Yourself and Your Family. We ensure you feel secure with benefits that help you and your family thrive: medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks, flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, well-being programs, 12 holidays per year, and 15 days of paid time off per year.
Invest and Plan Your Future. We help you plan and invest for the future with competitive pay and programs including base salary, incentives, company share ownership, and 401(k) with match.
Grow Your Skills and Career. We support development through performance discussions, global opportunities, the Schneider Career Hub, and learning platforms like Coursera.
Team Up in the Workplace. We encourage collaboration, recognition, sharing your voice, and an inclusive workplace.
Support Your Community. We make a difference through volunteer leave, programs with the Schneider Electric Foundation, youth education initiatives, and military leave benefits.
(External) English Company Boiler Plate:
Looking to make an IMPACT with your career?
When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values – Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork – starts with us.
IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world.
We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.
Become an IMPACT Maker with Schneider Electric – apply today!
€40 billion global revenue
+9% organic growth
150 000+ employees in 100+ countries
You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.
Schneider Electric aspires to be the most inclusive and caring company in the world, by providing equitable opportunities to everyone, everywhere, and ensuring all employees feel uniquely valued and safe to contribute their best. We mirror the diversity of the communities in which we operate, and ‘inclusion’ is one of our core values. We believe our differences make us stronger as a company and as individuals and we are committed to championing inclusivity in everything we do.
Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.
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Distribution Operations Manager Job Market in California
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Retail
- Medical Devices
- Electronics & Hardware
- Construction & Real Estate
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in distribution operations manager jobs across California.
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain, logistics, business, or a related field required
- Five or more years of progressive warehouse or distribution center management experience
- Proficiency with warehouse management systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Manhattan Associates
- Demonstrated experience managing large hourly workforces across multiple shifts
- APICS CSCP or CPIM certification strongly preferred by California logistics employers
- Familiarity with California labor law, including meal break compliance and overtime regulations
Distribution Operations Manager Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a distribution operations manager in California?
The most direct path in California is combining a bachelor's degree in supply chain, logistics, or business administration with hands-on floor experience in a warehouse or distribution center. California does not require a state-issued license for this role, but employers consistently favor candidates who have earned APICS credentials such as the CPIM or CSCP. Starting as a shift supervisor, inventory coordinator, or logistics analyst at a California distribution hub and moving into operations management is the most common trajectory.
How much do distribution operations managers make in California?
Distribution operations managers in California earn a median of about $101,150 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $85,570 for the lowest 10% to over $122,930 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire distribution operations managers in California?
Employers hiring distribution operations managers in California right now include Target, DHL, and Apple, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. California's density of major fulfillment centers, regional grocery chains, and large third-party logistics providers means hiring activity stays consistent throughout the year, particularly in the Inland Empire and Greater Los Angeles corridors.
Which California cities have the most distribution operations manager jobs?
San Jose, Garden Grove, and Chino have the most distribution operations manager openings in California right now. The Inland Empire cities of Ontario and Fontana anchor much of the volume due to their concentration of large fulfillment centers and regional distribution hubs, while Los Angeles and the Port of Long Beach drive openings tied to import logistics, and the Bay Area generates demand from technology and consumer goods companies with last-mile operations.
Are there remote distribution operations manager jobs in California?
Yes, but they're rare. Distribution operations management is fundamentally an on-site role that requires overseeing physical facilities, staff, and inventory in real time, so most California openings require a daily presence at a warehouse or fulfillment center. About 0% of distribution operations manager openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those postings tend to cover network planning, multi-site oversight, or vendor coordination functions rather than direct floor management.
How can I get hired as a distribution operations manager in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is a shift lead or operations supervisor role at a large California distribution center, where companies like Amazon, Sysco, and major grocery chains regularly hire candidates without prior management titles. From there, lateral moves from inventory control, transportation coordination, or fulfillment analyst roles are common stepping stones. Earning an APICS CPIM certification while in an entry-level logistics role signals readiness to California employers and consistently accelerates the move into management.
Where can I find and apply to distribution operations manager jobs in California?
You can find and apply to distribution operations manager jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings updated regularly. Find the roles that fit your experience and the region of California you want to work in, then apply directly to each one.
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