Distribution Manager

ITW offers its employees a path for advancement, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to help employees care for themselves, their families, and their futures.

is a Fortune 200 company and is one of the worlds leading diversified manufacturers of specialized industrial equipment, automotive components, consumables, and related service businesses. ITW businesses serve local customers and markets around the globe, with operations in 55 countries and an employee base of more than 41,000 women and men who adhere to the highest ethical standards. These talented individuals, many of whom have specialized engineering or scientific expertise, contribute to our global leadership in innovation. We are proud of our broad portfolio of more than 20,000 granted and pending patents.

ITW Mechanical Fastening offers a broad range of professional grade fasteners for numerous construction applications. Our products include structural wood fasteners (GRK Fasteners), concrete anchoring systems (Tapcon and Red Head), underlayment screws (Backer-On Rock-On ), self-drilling screws (Teks) and drywall anchoring systems (E-Z Ancor). ITW Mechanical Fastening excels in meeting the growing demands from Pro end-users for high-quality home improvement and construction fastening products. Our products are trusted by industry professionals and each brand is the market leader in its respective category in terms of quality, performance and ease of use.

Join ITW Constructions Mechanical Fastening team as a Distribution Manager , where you will serve as a strategic partner to multiple ITW Construction divisions, including Mechanical Fastening, Power Nailing, CCNA, and the GTU. This role is responsible for leading all aspects of operations at the Elgin Distribution Center and external warehouses/3PLs. This is a high-impact leadership role within one of ITWs largest and fastest-growing divisions, requiring a strong focus on safety, quality, on-time delivery, productivity, and continuous improvement.

Foster transparent communication across the facility through town halls, open forums, and one-on-one engagement
Oversee all distribution functions including but not limited to: labor planning, volume forecasting, accuracy, productivity, inventory control, and order fulfillment
Lead and coach 6S projects and continuous improvement initiatives
Drive improvements in order accuracy, on-time delivery, and operational efficiency using the ITW Toolbox with attention to employee engagement
Establish and execute short- and long-term goals in safety, quality, performance, and productivity which may include budget and capital requests
Ensure 80 customer performance expectations are clearly communicated, understood, and met upstream and downstream
Maintain consistent quality standards across all distribution operations
Engage employees in company/department plans and performance progress
Bachelors degree required; MBA preferred
~10+ years of progressive warehouse/distribution management experience, including 5+ years in people leadership
~ Microsoft Dynamics 365 strongly preferred
~ Previous experience leading a WMS implementation project
~ Strong understanding of business principles including budgeting, strategic planning, resource allocation and human resources
~ Flexible schedule to meet customer fulfillment needs
~ Strong presentation, written and verbal communication skills with a strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
~ Willingness to travel as needed; Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions .

While performing the duties of this position, the employee will be exposed to fumes, heat and dust, climate variances and moving mechanical equipment typically found in a manufacturing environment. Certain personal protective equipment is required when in the manufacturing areas. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to bend, kneel, lift, stand, and walk on hard surfaces such as concrete.

We believe our people are our greatest asset. In addition, our benefits include paid vacation, sick, holiday, and parental leave.

Company considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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