Company Overview: Hamilton Company is a worldwide leader in the design and manufacture of manual, semi-automated and robotic products for precision fluid measuring. We specialize in the development, manufacturing and customization of precision measurement devices, automated liquid handling stations, and sample management systems. For more than 60 years, Hamilton has been satisfying customer needs by combining quality materials with skilled workmanship, ensuring the highest level of performance of every precision fluid measuring device we manufacture. Responsibilities:

The Senior Distribution Manager will oversee logistics operations, including inventory management, shipping, receiving, material distribution, and warehousing. They will lead initiatives that integrate logistics, order management, and technology to ensure seamless interaction between order management platforms, fulfillment systems, and transportation systems. The role involves close collaboration with IT and operations teams to evaluate, implement, and optimize new technologies for improved operational efficiency and scalability.

• Develop and execute strategic plans to improve distribution center performance.
• Lead, manage, and execute hands on distribution/logistic operations.
• Implement automation solutions to enhance operational efficiency and accuracy.
• Utilize technology (VLM, ASRS, Honeywell) to optimize storage and retrieval processes.
• Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and implement corrective actions to achieve targets.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, sales, purchasing and scheduling to ensure seamless supply chain operations.
• Design storage layout and ensure efficient space utilization and speed retrieval in warehouse.
• Work closely with customers, suppliers, and transport companies to minimize costs while maximizing efficiency.

Qualifications:

• Strong data analytics skills.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent strategic planning and process improvement abilities.
• Proficiency in monitoring KPIs and implementing corrective actions.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Strong decision making skills.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, or related field required.
• Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or Business preferred.
• 10 years of experience leading distribution and logistics operations for a global company.
• 3 years of warehouse automation and optimization experience.
• Experience with new warehouse design, layout, and construction. Preferably with automated material/warehousing storage, movement, picking/packing, and shipment.
• Strong experience with Excel, PowerBI, and other data analytic tools.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics (D365) Finance and Operations preferred.

• Develop and execute strategic plans to improve distribution center performance.
• Lead, manage, and execute hands on distribution/logistic operations.
• Implement automation solutions to enhance operational efficiency and accuracy.
• Utilize technology (VLM, ASRS, Honeywell) to optimize storage and retrieval processes.
• Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and implement corrective actions to achieve targets.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, sales, purchasing and scheduling to ensure seamless supply chain operations.
• Design storage layout and ensure efficient space utilization and speed retrieval in warehouse.
• Work closely with customers, suppliers, and transport companies to minimize costs while maximizing efficiency