Distribution Center Operations Manager

Location:  Arcadia, WI

 

Are you a problem solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment? Do you have a knack for leading teams, optimizing operations, and making data-driven decisions? If so, we want you on our team!

 

What You’ll Do:

As an Operations Manager, you’ll be the driving force behind our distribution center’s success. You’ll oversee multiple departments, lead supervisors, and ensure everything runs smoothly—on time, within budget, and with safety as a top priority.

 

Your day-to-day will include:

✅ Leading & Mentoring: Guide and develop supervisors to hit productivity, quality, and safety goals.

✅ Optimizing Operations: Plan ahead to ensure seamless product flow, cost efficiency, and inventory accuracy.

✅ Data-Driven Decisions: Analyze trends, diagnose issues, and implement smart business solutions.

✅ Continuous Improvement: Use Lean, Six Sigma, and other methodologies to enhance processes.

✅ Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with HR, Finance, Transportation, and other teams to keep operations aligned with company goals.

✅ Safety & Compliance: Conduct safety audits, ensure training, and promote a culture of workplace safety.

 

What You Need to Succeed:

 

Must-Haves:

✔️ Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field

✔️ 3+ years of leadership experience in distribution, e-commerce, or a related industry

✔️ Proven ability to lead teams and manage resources effectively

✔️ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills—you're not afraid to dive deep into data

✔️ Experience with Lean methodologies and process improvements

 

Nice-to-Haves:

➕ Master’s degree or equivalent experience

➕ Six Sigma, Kaizen, or Lean certifications

➕ Background in logistics or e-commerce fulfillment

➕ Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

➕ Ability to adapt to a fast-changing environment

 

Why Join Us?

 

✨ Competitive salary & benefits

✨ Career growth in a dynamic, high-impact role

✨ A collaborative team that values innovation & efficiency

✨ The opportunity to make a real difference in how we move products and serve customers

 

 

Who We Are

At Ashley, we’re more than a business…we’re family. As the largest manufacturer of home furnishings in the world, we know what it takes to build incredible furniture and future leaders. We’re problem solvers with the grit to persevere during challenging times and innovators who won't coast when times are good. We create solutions, not excuses. And never settle for the status quo. It’s the reason we’re always searching for better ways to deliver an exceptional customer experience. That's why Ashley Furniture is #1 in our industry.

Ready to grow? You’ve come to the right place. Ashley Furniture has a “Growth Mindset”, and once you join our team, you’ll learn from the best in the business.

Apply today and find your home at Ashley!

Benefits We Offer

Health, Dental, Vision, and Employee Assistance Program

Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Your Birthday off

Generous Employee Discount on home furnishings

Professional Development Opportunities

Ashley Wellness Centers (location specific) and Medical Tourism

Telehealth

401(k) and Profit Sharing

Life Insurance

Our Core Values

Honesty & Integrity

Without hesitation, uses candor and is direct in communication Is tough-minded in working in and meeting the demands of reality Always tells the truth and follows through on commitments

Passion, Drive, Discipline

Enjoys working hard and pursues work with energy, drive and willpower to finish Is disciplined in developing consistency into work processes Is focused and relentless in achieving goals

Continuous Improvement/Operational Excellence

Fights to take costs and waste out of the system Seeks to understand "why" something works the way it does, and through study and improvement determines how to better all processes and systems Strives for more in all areas of work by developing measurements, setting goals and then working on ways to exceed goals through problem solving methods that look beyond the obvious

Dirty Fingernail

Does not rely on reports to run the business, but rather goes to the work that is being done and sees if the work is being done right for him/herself Has an insatiable curiosity and takes a "Go and See" approach to understand the current state of the business and the competitive realities Takes a hands-on approach to tackle problems and demonstrates critical thinking through use of effective questioning…asking the 5 "Whys"

Growth Focused

Understands the customer’s needs and wants, then challenges current ways of doing business that inhibits growth and organizes work to meet those needs Is competitive by studying the competition and is aggressive in looking for ways to beat them Strives to be the BEST by improving quality of processes, reducing costs, doing more business, being profitable, and growing the business

To learn more about Ashley Furniture, our community engagement programs, environmental stewardship, and our core values, please visit our Corporate Social Responsibility information page : Corporate Social Responsibility