Operations Manager - Distribution & Logistics

Job Description

Job Description

Operations Manager – Distribution & Logistics

Location: Atlanta, GA

Schedule : Full-Time: 100% Onsite

Compensation: Up to $130,000

Benefits: Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead a highly regulated distribution and logistics operation supporting healthcare, government, and commercial supply chain initiatives. This leadership role is responsible for overseeing warehouse operations, ensuring regulatory compliance, driving operational excellence, and leading a team of warehouse and support personnel.

The ideal candidate will bring strong warehouse leadership experience within a regulated environment, a hands-on management style, and the ability to balance employee accountability with positive team engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, coaching, and development to warehouse and operations personnel.
• Manage day-to-day distribution, warehousing, inventory control, and fulfillment activities.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory, quality, and safety standards.
• Monitor and improve operational metrics including productivity, accuracy, inventory integrity, and service levels.
• Develop and execute plans to improve efficiency, performance, and employee engagement.
• Manage departmental budgets and monitor spending trends.
• Collaborate with executive leadership, customers, vendors, and cross-functional teams to support business objectives.
• Lead site readiness for audits, inspections, and regulatory compliance activities.
• Oversee emergency response and business continuity initiatives as required.
• Support facility, safety, and environmental programs while maintaining a safe workplace.
• Manage vendor relationships and service contracts.
• Drive a culture focused on operational excellence, customer service, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5+ years of warehouse, distribution, or supply chain management experience.
• 3+ years of leadership experience managing teams in a warehouse or logistics environment.
• Experience working within a highly regulated industry such as healthcare, pharmaceutical, life sciences, medical device, government logistics, or related sectors.
• Working knowledge of FDA, DEA, GMP/cGMP, quality, and compliance standards.
• Experience managing inventory, warehousing, and distribution operations.
• Strong financial acumen with experience managing budgets and operational metrics.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Preferred

• Experience supporting government contracts, emergency response operations, or mission-critical logistics environments.
• Military logistics or military leadership background.
• Experience with temperature-controlled or cold-chain distribution operations.
• Knowledge of hazardous materials handling and warehouse safety programs.
• Experience with WMS, ERP, and inventory management systems.

Leadership Profile

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

• A strong but approachable leadership style.
• Ability to hold teams accountable while fostering a positive work environment.
• Strong operational decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to effectively balance strategic planning with day-to-day execution.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.

Technical Skills

• Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and ERP platforms.
• Data analysis, KPI reporting, and operational performance tracking.
• Experience creating presentations and communicating with senior leadership.

Work Environment

• Combination of office and warehouse environments.
• Frequent interaction with warehouse personnel and operational leadership.
• Occasional lifting and warehouse floor activity.
• Some travel may be required.
• Valid driver's license required.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Leadership role with significant operational impact.
• Stable and growing organization within a critical supply chain sector.
• Opportunity to lead a team supporting healthcare and mission-critical distribution services.
• High-visibility position with direct interaction with executive leadership.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.