Distribution Manager

Uline, Inc.

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Kenosha, WI Waukegan, IL Until 9/7/2026 7+ years exp H-1B sponsor history First posted July 9, 2026 Last posted July 9, 2026
Job description

Distribution Manager

Kenosha Branch

12355 Uline Way, Kenosha, WI 53144

Are you a hands-on warehouse leader who enjoys coaching employees, solving problems and driving operational excellence? Join Uline as a Distribution Manager and lead from the warehouse floor, staying connected to daily operations while developing high-performing teams and delivering the exceptional service our customers count on. You'll help lead Uline's distribution operations in Kenosha, spanning over 1.5 million square feet.

Position Responsibilities 

  • Lead by example on the warehouse floor, working alongside employees to ensure high levels of accuracy, productivity and safety.

  • Direct all aspects of day-to-day warehouse operations across inbound, outbound and supporting departments.

  • Coach and develop warehouse managers who lead a team of 500+ employees through daily feedback and hands-on leadership.

  • Drive operational excellence through accountability and continuous improvement to deliver industry-leading service and same-day shipping.

  • Investigate operational challenges, remove barriers and implement practical, data-driven improvements that strengthen warehouse performance.

Minimum Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree.

  • 7+ years leading high-volume distribution operations, including direct leadership of warehouse managers and teams of 400+ people.

  • Proven success improving productivity, quality and safety through operational leadership.

  • Experience leading with KPIs, performance metrics and warehouse management systems (WMS).

  • Strong problem-solving, communication and decision-making skills in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

  • Complete health insurance coverage and 401(k) with 6% employer match that starts day one!

  • Multiple bonus programs.

  • Paid holidays and generous paid time off.

  • Tuition Assistance Program that covers professional continuing education.

Employee Perks

  • Café featuring affordable daily meal options from local restaurants.

  • On-site fitness center and beautifully maintained walking paths.

  • Best-in-class, clean, modern facilities.

About Uline

Uline, a family-owned company, is North America’s leading distributor of shipping, industrial, and packaging materials with over 9,800 employees across 14 locations.

Uline is a drug-free workplace. All new hires must complete a pre-employment hair follicle drug screening.

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About this role

Summary

Lead warehouse operations, develop teams, improve productivity, ensure safety, meet KPIs.

Job title

Distribution Manager

Experience level

7+ years

Minimum experience

7+ years exp

Industry

distribution

Location requirements

Kenosha, WI or Waukegan, IL; remote not allowed.

Salary

Not specified

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

leadershipwarehouse management systemsperformance metricsproblem-solvingcommunication

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

distributionwarehouse operationsperformance metricssafetyleadership
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Kenosha, WI, USA

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Waukegan, IL, USA

On-site City

Pleasant Prairie, WI, USA

On-site City

Gurnee, IL, USA

On-site City

Racine, WI, USA

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