Hiring: Distribution Center - Operations Manager Company: The Home Depot Location: Tewksbury, MA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-02 17:59:59 Employment Type: Full-Time Target Skills & Keywords: Distribution Center Operations, Inbound Operations, Outbound Operations, Warehouse Operations, Transportation Operations, Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Inventory Management, Continuous Improvement, Cost-to-Serve Reduction, 3PL Management, Safety Compliance, Team Leadership, Coaching & Development, Productivity Optimization, Carrier Relations Experience: - Proven experience in a complex distribution center or warehouse operations environment - Experience supervising one or more functional areas such as Inbound Operations (Unloading and Receiving), Warehouse Operations (Pick-Pack, Break-Pack), Outbound Operations (Loading), Transportation Operations (Yard, Carrier Relations), and/or Office Operations - Experience managing through several Supervisors to achieve results from a large number of hourly associates - Experience analyzing trends, solving problems, and driving continuous improvement - Experience partnering with a General Manager or Assistant General Manager to develop strategies and objectives that maximize productivity and leverage expenses - Experience with 3PL provider management is a plus, depending on the DC Required Skills: - Strong operational leadership and warehouse management skills - Proficiency with warehouse management systems (WMS) and related equipment - Ability to ensure operational excellence across all warehouse areas, including efficient receiving, safe product processing, proper layout, and product placement - Ability to evaluate work methods, procedures, controls, and staffing, and recommend alternatives for accurate and timely movement and processing of product - Ability to align warehouse layout for maximum efficiency based on seasonality and inventory needs - Financial, operational, people, process, and service acumen to drive efficiency gains and reduce overall cost-to-serve - Strong coaching, training, and development skills, including on-floor coaching and formal written evaluations - Ability to maintain a union-free work environment by creating an employee-centered workplace - Commitment to safety, physical security, and operational metrics monitoring on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis - Strong communication and relationship management skills, including working with 3PL onsite delivery or transportation agents and reviewing transportation carrier performance Qualifications: - Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and develop associates and peers - Ability to anticipate and solve problems and plan for upcoming events and seasonal changes - Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities - Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced distribution center environment - Accountable for direct supervision of the work activities of others - Reports to DC General Manager I/II or Assistant General Manager Compensation: - Base pay range: $80,000.00/yr - $100,000.00/yr - Actual pay will be based on skills and experience Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don’t miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!