Senior Distribution Manager - Portland en Arctic Glacier

Internal Job Posting - Senior Distribution Manager, Portland

Job will be posted from 10/28/2025 - 11/4/2025

**If you are interested to apply, please apply through UKG or contact Melanie Symms directly at [email protected].

WE ARE the premier provider of high-quality, premium ice products in North America

Sure, we have exciting job opportunities, but being a “people first” organization we also offer competitive compensation, rewarding work, and a clear vision of doing the right thing – by our customers and employees. Our team is solution and safety oriented, going above and beyond for our customers, and in turn they get the support of the company. We pride ourselves on having a trustworthy atmosphere, where our team feels empowered to do their best.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Reporting to the Area Vice President, the Senior Distribution Manager is responsible for providing leadership to, and management of, the Warehousing and Delivery Function as well as continually improving the performance of the department.   

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manages the operating activities of the Distribution department in the region. 
• Manages, supervises, hires and trains distribution staff.  
• Coordinates delivery routes and ensures delivery personnel maintain a superior level of customer service through an organized routing system. 
• Performs daily reconciliation of packaged ice transfers in and out of the warehouse through a daily inventory program. 
• Arranges driver scheduling in an efficient and cost-effective manner.
• Oversees performance management of distribution staff. 
• Implements and maintains budget by controlling costs. 
• Compiles accurate and complete inventory reports. 
• Maintains employee moral monitored through high retention of drivers and positive feedback from customers. 
• Maintains proper staffing level to ensure efficient operation of department. 
• Able to demonstrate the commitment to Arctic Glacier’s Management Systems: Quality/Food Safety, Environment Health, Safety and Health, and the Leadership Principles utilized by Arctic for managing and improvement.
• Shadow Plant Manager for succession planning purposes.
• Upon shadowing Plant Manager for succession planning purposes, this role will learn to better understand business strategies and operational activities set to achieve established goals and operational objectives while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards
• Other duties may be assigned.

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS:

•  5-10 years’ experience multisite distribution/transportation management experience. 
• Comprehensive knowledge of Driving Regulations. 
• Ability to have and maintain a Commercial Driver’s License. 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. 
• Ability to work within a team environment dealing with high-pressure situations. 
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written. 
• Must be organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to multi-task. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 
• Working knowledge and understanding of hand-held units and phone systems. 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products. 

CORE COMPETENCIES

Collaborative | Our attitude makes the difference, and the results show

Reliable | We do what we say we will do by the time we say it will be done

Solutions-Oriented | We persevere and look for the answer, not the blame

Speed to Execution | We work quickly to efficiently achieve our goals and objectives

Safety Oriented | We do the right things to keep our employees,
customers, and the public safe

CORE VALUES

People First | Action | Customer Commitment | Teamwork | Trust

EEO:

Arctic Glacier values a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws.