Regional Distribution Manager Jobs in Kentucky
Regional Distribution Manager jobs in Kentucky are in steady demand, concentrated in logistics, consumer goods, automotive parts distribution, and retail supply chain operations that anchor the state's economy. Louisville, Lexington, and Bowling Green are the primary hiring centers, where employers like Amazon, UPS, and Ashland are among the established names actively seeking managers at the senior and director-adjacent levels. The most sought-after specialties include multi-site warehouse network oversight, last-mile distribution planning, and cross-dock operations management. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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ADP is hiring an Implementation Project Manager I/Implementation Specialist. In this position you will be the key client owner and single point of contact responsible for the project management of the entire implementation and/or merger and acquisition, from the point of sale through the transition to on-going Client Services.
At ADP we are driven by your success. We engage your unique talents and perspectives. We welcome your ideas on how to do things differently and better. In your efforts to achieve, learn and grow, we support you all the way. If success motivates you, you belong at ADP.
We strive for every interaction to be driven by our CORE values: Insightful Expertise, Integrity is Everything, Service Excellence, Inspiring Innovation, Each Person Counts, Results-Driven, & Social Responsibility.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Project manages work of several internal departments, client, financial advisors and client's prior recordkeeper to ensure a successful implementation and is the subject matter expert for all functional areas through ADP for the conversion.
- Perform welcome call and explain the implementation process to the client, ensuring the client understands actions they need to take in order to ensure a successful implementation, and identify/introduce other team members who will interact directly with the client.
- Assist client with prior recordkeeper notification and obtaining a liquidation date.
- Provide the client with a blackout notice and explain the legal responsibilities for providing the notice to their plan participants in a timely manner.
- Manage the transfer of plan assets and participant records by communicating directly with client's current providers and internal ADP departments.
- Establish Payroll Input call to review with client how to enter payroll deductions and compliance coding.
- Work with client, prior recordkeepers and internal ADP parties on missing information needed to complete conversion to ADP Retirement Services.
- Responsible for preparation and distribution of all applicable client conversion communication.
- Responsible for documentation based on department standards and coordination of seamless transition to Client Services.
- Failure to properly execute could cause significant financial impact to ADP and/or the client.
Key Client Account Manager:
- Key client contact during implementation from point of sale through the transition to Client Services.
- Monitors and communicates conversion status on a regular basis with client, sales and financial advisors.
- Drawing from 401(k) experience, product and legislative knowledge evaluates, assesses and recommends solutions to question / issues surfaced from client, and internal departments regarding the implementation.
- Consulting with client on non-standard issues.
- Delivers ADP Mid Market Prototype Adoption Agreement and reviews elections with client form both a regulatory and ADP Retirement Services administration perspective to ensure plan setup meets client expectations and confirms to the prototype's product specifications and system constraints.
- Work with the client and internal ADP groups on exception related processes requested by clients. This may include adding investment with restrictions, transfer in-kind, setup of brokerage accounts, special blackout notifications, special processes needed to be supported by Client Services and Operations, etc.
- Responsible for review of conversion data and records prior to plan being moved to production go-live. Communicates with client for appropriate conversion data approvals.
- Complexities may include review and communication of service calculations, combination of multiple loans into small number of loans, mapping of investment elections and deferral percents, etc.
- Participate on team projects
- Research issues and share findings with other team members
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
- Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent in Education & Experience
- 1-3 Years of directly related experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Preference will be given to candidates who have the following:
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Strong influence, prioritization, adaptability and multi-tasking skills
- Able to apply recordkeeping and regulatory concepts and methodologies
- This is a non-exempt/hourly position, so willingness to work overtime on occasion is preferable.
Please check your email for an invitation to schedule a phone screening if you are selected for further consideration.
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A little about ADP: We are a comprehensive global provider of cloud-based human capital management (HCM) solutions that unite HR, payroll, talent, time, tax and benefits administration and a leader in business outsourcing services, analytics, and compliance expertise. We believe our people make all the difference in cultivating a down-to-earth culture that embraces our core values, welcomes ideas, encourages innovation, and values belonging. We've received recognition for our work by many esteemed organizations, learn more at ADP Awards and Recognition.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity at ADP: ADP is committed to an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace, and is further committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of any protected characteristic including: race, color, genetic information, creed, national origin, religion, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lawful alien status, ancestry, age, marital status, protected veteran status or disability. Hiring decisions are based upon ADP’s operating needs, and applicant merit including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, ability, availability, cooperation, and job performance.
Ethics at ADP: ADP has a long, proud history of conducting business with the highest ethical standards and full compliance with all applicable laws. We also expect our people to uphold our values with the highest level of integrity and behave in a manner that fosters an honest and respectful workplace. Click https://jobs.adp.com/life-at-adp/ to learn more about ADP’s culture and our full set of values.
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Top Industries Hiring
- Retail
- Food & Beverage
- Technology & Software
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces
What Kentucky Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in regional distribution manager jobs across Kentucky.
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain, logistics, business, or a related field required
- Five or more years of distribution or warehouse management experience at a regional level
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple distribution sites across a defined geographic territory
- Proficiency with warehouse management systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Manhattan Associates
- Strong record of leading teams of twenty or more associates including supervisors and leads
- Experience with DOT compliance, carrier relationships, and outbound freight cost management
Regional Distribution Manager Jobs in Kentucky: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a regional distribution manager in Kentucky?
Most regional distribution managers in Kentucky reach the role by progressing through warehouse supervisor and operations manager positions within distribution centers, then moving into multi-site responsibility. Kentucky does not require a state-issued license for this role. A bachelor's degree in supply chain, logistics, or business is the standard baseline, and certifications from APICS such as the CPIM or CSCP carry real weight with Kentucky's largest logistics employers in the Louisville and Northern Kentucky corridors.
Which companies hire regional distribution managers in Kentucky?
Employers hiring regional distribution managers in Kentucky right now include Tractor Supply, Tire Discounters, and Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Kentucky's position as a major logistics hub, anchored by Louisville's air cargo and ground freight infrastructure, means both national distributors and regional consumer goods companies maintain ongoing regional management needs in the state.
Which Kentucky cities have the most regional distribution manager jobs?
Louisville, Lexington, and Franklin lead Kentucky for regional distribution manager openings. Louisville dominates because it sits at the intersection of major interstates and is home to UPS Worldport and a dense cluster of fulfillment and distribution centers, while Lexington and Bowling Green draw openings from automotive parts suppliers and consumer goods distributors that have built significant footprints in central and south-central Kentucky.
Are there remote regional distribution manager jobs in Kentucky?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of regional distribution manager openings tied to Kentucky are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, which reflects the hands-on, site-visit-heavy nature of the role. The portions of the job most likely to be performed remotely are reporting, vendor negotiations, and cross-functional planning, while floor operations and team oversight almost always require physical presence at distribution centers.
How can I get hired as a regional distribution manager in Kentucky with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is starting as a shift supervisor or operations lead inside a large Kentucky distribution center and building toward an operations manager role before stepping into regional responsibility. Louisville-area employers with large fulfillment networks regularly hire associates and supervisors from within and offer structured advancement. Earning an APICS CSCP or completing a supply chain management program at the University of Louisville or Western Kentucky University signals seriousness to Kentucky hiring managers evaluating candidates without direct regional management history.
Where can I find and apply to regional distribution manager jobs in Kentucky?
You can find and apply to regional distribution manager jobs in Kentucky on Migrate Mate, which lists current Kentucky openings updated regularly. Search the listings to find roles that fit your experience, location preference, and industry background, then apply directly to the ones that match.
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