Distribution Manager

Gannett Co., Inc. (NYSE: GCI) is a subscription-led and digitally focused media and marketing solutions company committed to empowering communities to thrive. With an unmatched reach at the national and local level, Gannett touches the lives of millions with our Pulitzer-Prize winning content, consumer experiences and benefits, and advertiser products and services.

Our current portfolio of media assets includes USA TODAY, local media organizations in 46 states in the U.S., and Newsquest, a wholly owned subsidiary operating in the United Kingdom with more than 120 local news media brands. Gannett also owns the digital marketing services companies ReachLocal, Inc., UpCurve, Inc., and WordStream, Inc., which are marketed under the LOCALiQ brand, and runs the largest media-owned events business in the U.S., USA TODAY NETWORK Ventures.

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Distribution Manager

Gannett Publishing Services

Phoenix, AZ (Gilbert-West Distribution Center)

Job Summary:

The Primary role of the Distribution Manager is to manage daily field operations at company distribution center(s), including contractor oversight and employee hiring, scheduling, training and development.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Manages, trains, schedules, and directs staff to ensure superior customer service.
• Recruiting and hiring of company staff and independent contractors.
• Initiates and Maintains IC contracts.
• Ensures deadline adherence for company owned and contracted products.
• Develops and maintains efficient and economically feasible route structures.
• Works closely with other company managers and employees to maximize operational efficiencies and sales opportunities.
• Ensures the physical property is operated and maintained in good order.
• Utilizing best practices to provide a safe, professional, and organized workspace for end users.
• Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Solid computer/software skill and the ability to quickly master and train others on company-specific programs.
• 1-5 years' experience leading a distribution or transportation/logistics team in a deadline-oriented environment.
• Proven ability to direct and motivate subordinates and contractors.
• Ability to understand and adhere to all company financial plans and schedules.
• Strong and concise written and verbal communications skill set required.
• Maintains a valid drivers' license in good standing.

Preferred Qualifications:

College education, Microsoft Office experience

Gannett Co., Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce. As such, we will consider all qualified applicants for employment and do not discriminate in connection with employment decisions on the basis of an applicant or employee's race, color, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, citizenship status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, marital status, personal appearance (including height and weight), sexual orientation, family responsibilities, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), education, genetic characteristics or information, political affiliation, military or veteran status or other classifications protected by applicable federal, state and local laws in the jurisdictions where Gannett employs employees. In addition, Gannett Co., Inc. will provide applicants who require a reasonable accommodation, as a result of an applicant's disability or religion, to complete this employment application and/or any other process in connection with an individuals' application for employment with Gannett Co., Inc. Applicants who require such accommodation should contact Gannett Co., Inc.'s Recruitment Department at Recruit@gannett.com.

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• Job Family UNION
• Job Function Marketing Solutions
• Pay Type Salary

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