Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions. **The Role:** Xylem seeks to hire a Distribution Manager who will be responsible for overseeing all warehouse and logistics activities at 3 sites. The candidate will be responsible for ensuring best in class practices are followed for inventory, receiving and shipping activities while fostering Xylem’s High Impact culture. **Essential Duties/Principal Responsibilities:** + Lead distribution operations for Rockford, Sarasota and La Mirada locations – direct responsibility for distribution activities including receiving, storage and shipping. Demonstrate a commitment to employee safety. + Manage the maintenance of control system for inventoried items for all stocking locations. Develop control methods/procedures for all stocking locations. Develop and document inventory control processes in accordance with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements. Train staff and audit to insure compliance. + Coordinate inventory control activities with other company functions impacting inventory control problems and develop solutions to maintain targeted inventory accuracy. + Ensure maintenance of accurate inventory records and timely inventory audits at all stock keeping locations. Oversee, schedule and supervisor regular physical inventory counts and cycle counting activity for all locations. + Directly supervise all shipping and receiving personnel. Ensure employees adhere to all company policies and standard operating procedures. Address any performance or safety issues including steps to execute disciplinary actions according to company policy. + Manage overtime to optimize performance while minimizing/controlling cost. + Assign order load and/or special tasks to personnel to meet on time delivery goals. + Confirm all materials are unpacked, sorted, accurately counted and properly labeled . + Trace lost shipments and/or customer claims of lost shipments; initiate proof of delivery documents. + Maintain department and company database, prepare routine reports, file shipping/receiving records. Measure and report team performance as agreed through daily, weekly and monthly metrics. + Review and approve order requests for department supplies. + Follow established departmental policies and procedures, continuous quality improvement objectives, and safety, environmental, and/or infection control standards. + Ensure employees are knowledgeable of systems and procedures to include Coordinate training as necessary in order fulfillment, equipment operation, safety and all other aspects of job performance. + Responsible for coming in early, staying late and working non-standard work days/hours as needed to meet customer requirements. **Minimum Qualifications: Education, Experience, Skills, Abilities, License/Certification:** + Bachelor degree in business, supply chain/logistics, operations management or related field or equivalent experience is required + Minimum of 7 years of inventory and logistics management related experience + SAP experience strongly preferred + Demonstrated experience managing a professional organization; ability to build effective relationships at all levels of the organization + Ability to build and continuously motivate highly effective teams + Superior communication both written and verbal + Strong organizational, technical and analytical skills + Effective interpersonal skills with employees, customers and management team + Ability to coach, mentor and develop employees + Must be proficient in Microsoft Project, Excel, Word, Power Point and ERP systems + Great attention to detail and problem solving skills + Focused on customer satisfaction The estimated salary range for this position is $100,000 to $110,000 plus bonus.   Starting pay is dependent on multiple factors, such as skills, experience and work location, and is not typically at the top of the range.  At Xylem we offer a competitive compensation package with a generous benefit package, including Medical, Dental, Vision plans, 401(k) with company contribution, paid time off, paid parental leave and tuition reimbursement. **Specialized Knowledge Required** – _Including any required certificates, licenses, and registrations_ + Working knowledge of US Customs regulations and Trade Compliance a plus. **Physical Demands:** (The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.) + Medium lifting (35+ pounds), office and warehouse environment **Work Environment:** (The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.) + Office: Standard office equipment; work usually performed in an office setting free from any disagreeable elements. + Warehouse: May work around pipes, valves, electrical equipment and operating machinery, etc.as is commonly found around warehousing facilities. + Travel: As required to fulfill the duties listed above. Other travel as needed or required by the company. Xylem does not provide visa sponsorship for this position. \#LI-TM1 Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world. At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. We prioritize our employees' well-being through inclusion and belonging as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.   Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation