Distribution Operations Job Description

Distribution Operations Job Description

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Distribution operations provides technical systems expertise to Distribution and FTS Teams on such systems as SAP, WMS, Pipe Mess.

Distribution Operations Duties & Responsibilities

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Sample responsibilities for this position include:

Represent and be responsible for ensuring Distribution BCP plans are in place and regularly tested, and forward plan/manage other new/key risks to the business Cyber Crime
Manage various audio and video fixes and re-deliver fixed assets to various entities
Manage the Free TV versioning under the direction of the Director of Operations & Distribution
Administrate cost codes for CBS charge-backs to Finance, spearheads show pick-up and premiere date announcements, and incoming delivery dates to the network
Enter network launch information into a proprietary database
Manage signal authorizations for all affiliates and provide technical support to MVPD engineers as needed (training provided)
Provide daily administrative support to Distribution Operations team of four others
Supervise the receiving, storing, packing and shipping of merchandise or materials
Maintain the necessary files and documentation and support the product verification, packing, unpacking and loading of shipments
Ensure employee safety and compliance with all policies

Distribution Operations Qualifications

Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.

Licensing or Certifications for Distribution Operations

List any licenses or certifications required by the position: APICS, FE, ISO, EIT, C-TPAT, CPM, HR, HSSE, LSS, PG

Education for Distribution Operations

Typically a job would require a certain level of education.

Employers hiring for the distribution operations job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as Bachelor's and Collage Degree in Business, Management, Engineering, Education, Supply Chain Management, Technical, Business/Administration, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Science

Skills for Distribution Operations

Desired skills for distribution operations include:

New and existing employees
SAP and WMS
Manhattan WMS to work in conjunction with the Super User
Safety standards in a warehouse environment
CAD based programs
SAP
Computers and software applications desired
Field measurement devices
Military medical readiness requirements
Software applications

Desired experience for distribution operations includes:

Experience working with VIZRT & ticker operations
Programing operations
Logo integration with Pixel Power equipment
Knowledge of Digital Media & integration/collaboration with traditional media
Experience with digital commercial delivery systems
Proficient with Microsoft Office software, with advanced level Excel knowledge

Distribution Operations Examples

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Distribution Operations Job Description

Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is hiring for a distribution operations. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for distribution operations
  • Select, train and develop teams
  • Perform managerial responsibilities at least 50% of the time
  • Operating expenses accrual process, analysis and reporting
  • Performing the monthly expense accrual process
  • Monitoring and analyzing balance sheet account fluctuations
  • Preparing monthly account balance reconciliations of the project sub-ledger to the general ledger
  • Preparing monthly cash flow forecasts of operating expenses based on Operations and Business Affairs guidance
  • Collaborating with the Distribution Operations Forecast team on the production of the annual expense / cash projections for use in the company's Annual Budget and Long-Term Plans
  • Proactively identifying and implementing accrual process improvements in order to optimize efficiencies, improve the quality of analysis and develop new reports for management
  • Interfacing with management in various departments, including Business Affairs, Operations, IT and Legal
Qualifications for distribution operations
  • Ability to be flexible and willing to work extended hours including weekends as necessary – on-call may be required
  • Able to function independently with minimal direction and guidance
  • Five to seven years experience managing the people and processes of a Distribution Center
  • College degree preferred in business and operations
  • Significant experience in the management of warehousing and distribution activities is essential
  • Knowledge of freight management is required, including experience of selection, negotiations and contract management
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Distribution Operations Job Description

Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is hiring for a distribution operations. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for distribution operations
  • Preparing monthly journal entries for financial reporting while ensuring compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements
  • Education/Experience/QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily
  • Smart, creative, compelling, driven
  • Managing People – Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement
  • Has an understanding of technical requirements associated with continuous improvement programs, such as lean principles, kaizen events, process mapping, value stream mapping, best method and work standards development
  • Establish and monitor goals & metrics aimed at continuous improvement
  • Supervises day-to-day operations for the assigned area, partnering as necessary with other departments
  • Identifies, reports, and communicates to the department manager, trends and/or irregularities
  • Interact with distributors on a daily basis in regards to timing and accuracy of their required reporting
  • POS and Inventory reconciliation (error checking and approval of distributor reports)
Qualifications for distribution operations
  • Proficiency with SalesForce.Com, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access), Brio
  • Financial and business acumen to include knowledge of key financial statements drivers and levers
  • Bachelor's degree with an emphasis in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering or related field
  • This individual should be detail oriented, with strong analytical and organizational skills, who is also highly results oriented and proactive
  • A good technical background in Enterprise Resource Planning and Warehouse Management Systems and Microsoft Office is required to be successful in this role
  • Equally important to your success is the ability to effectively communicate with business partners both local and remote
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Distribution Operations Job Description

Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is looking for a distribution operations. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for distribution operations
  • General operational support of the Distribution Operations team which includes evidence / documentation of processes and procedures where relevant, management of action logs, meeting minutes, relevant Share-point site management, process controls
  • Ensures employee compliance to all safety protocols and standards
  • Ensures accurate inventory movement of product/materials to and from warehouse
  • Accomplishes warehouse and organization mission
  • Responsible for maintenance of warehouse equipment and repairs
  • Warehouse security, safety programs, and good operation and maintenance of warehouse power equipment (forklifts, cherry pickers, reach truck, ), workers' compensation reporting and all OSHA local and state regulations
  • Assist with the review, and potential implementation of changes, of end-to-end service and business processes across FSA Sales and Service
  • Smart BI System management
  • Monthly Channel Reports preparation
  • TPI projects applications
Qualifications for distribution operations
  • As a people leader you will need to possess strong leadership skills and the ability to interface as a cross-functionally team member
  • Six Sigma and/or Lean experience is required
  • At least 5-7 years of DC warehouse management experience
  • Undergraduate degree in business or related fields, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • 5 years of supervisory experience in a related high volume distribution center environment
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Distribution, Logistics or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience preferred
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Job Description Example
Our company is looking for a distribution operations. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for distribution operations
  • Brand Protection issues reporting
  • SFE DCO collaborations
  • Master data management with JDE, Cignon and Beacon
  • Leads and manages all of the activities of the supervisors in the departments of Receiving, Put-Away, Picking, Packing, Shipping, and Inventory Control and holds direct reports for all day-to-day activities
  • Sets the standard for leadership in the facility and leads by example
  • Participates in the hiring process and recommends candidates for hire
  • Ensures PMDs are conducted in a timely manner
  • Recommends and implements discipline and termination of employees when appropriate, with Human Resources’ approval
  • Promotes employee development, creative thinking, empowerment and two-way communication
  • Makes recommendations regarding workflow and overtime when needed
Qualifications for distribution operations
  • Minimum 2 to 3 years of demonstrated Leadership/Supervisory experience preferably in a high volume distribution center environment
  • Thorough knowledge of electric system switching and tagging procedures and practices
  • Knowledge of the Systematic Approach to Training
  • Knowledge of SalesForce.com and Outlook
  • Excel skills, including entry, paste functions, formatting, sum functions
  • Strength in mathematics, statistics
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Distribution Operations Job Description

Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is searching for experienced candidates for the position of distribution operations. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for distribution operations
  • Is creative in identifying opportunities for improvement
  • Prepares a variety of reports, including the monthly metrics report for each employee and shares the information on an ongoing basis
  • Indirectly manages (a) team(s) of ~7
  • Develops the team(s) by providing training (on and off the job), coaching and opportunities for further growth
  • Provide direction and establish expectations for the leaders of the Distribution department
  • Responsible for all budgetary plans and execution against the plans for the Distribution departments referenced above
  • Devise strategic vision for Distribution operations and ensure goals are accomplished with regards to customer service levels, throughput/productivity, inventory accuracy, facility cost per unit, succession planning, performance management and operational improvement projects
  • Represent Distribution-Operations in dealings with other internal supply chain partners and stakeholders
  • Ensure organizational safety expectations are met by all subordinates
  • Supervise district personnel, including Project Managers and Estimators
Qualifications for distribution operations
  • The most highly sought after candidates will be supply chain, logistics or business professionals with 5+ years of experience in Supply Chain
  • Willingness to ask questions and take initiative on partner and distributor queries
  • Clear communication internally and externally
  • Patience with tedious repetitive tasks
  • Bachelor's Degree in Business, Logistics or Operations Management preferred
  • Minimum 10 years Distribution Center Operations, preferably at a third party Logistics provider

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