Distribution Manager

The Distribution Manager oversees all cylinder movement into and out of the facility and leads all distribution planning. This role ensures safe, efficient, and compliant distribution operations while supporting on-time delivery commitments to internal and external customers. The position reports directly to the Director of Operations.

Essential Functions

Scope of Responsibility

• Manages the Distribution function within the branch, operating within established policies and standards.
• Translates divisional goals into clear operational objectives, work assignments, and short-term plans.
• Oversees staffing levels, workflow, fleet operations, compliance, and inventory planning.
• Impacts departmental operating budgets and supervises distribution personnel.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all vehicle fleet maintenance, inspections, and registration requirements.
• Share responsibility for completing Site Surveys to ensure safe delivery for new customers.
• Schedule workforce hours for all Distribution personnel; all overtime requires Branch Manager approval.
• Maintain all required DOT documentation and driver qualification files. -Will be responsible for performing observations and ride-a-longs with drivers as needed to evaluate skills.
• Ensure safe operations across all distribution areas, including proper shutdown procedures.
• Maintain effective communication with Management Team members, internal partners, and external customers.
• Support and execute continuous improvement initiatives aligned with Lean/Six Sigma.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.

Required for All Jobs

Performs other duties as assigned

Complies with all policies and standards

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Excel, Word, Visio, Power Point, Adobe, Outlook, Webex, TIMS a plus

Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Working knowledge of federal, state, and local regulatory requirements (CFR, OSHA, EPA, SAHRA, DOT).

• Experience in specialty, medical, or industrial cylinder operations.
• Background in manufacturing of industrial, medical, or specialty gases, including pure gases and gas blends; experience with hydrocarbons or similar industries is beneficial.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma principles.

Nippon Sanso Matheson is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with the laws and regulations set forth under EEOC. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, Religion, national origin, sex, protected veteran status, or disability EOE AA M/F/VET/Disability