Distribution manager vs supply chain manager

Differences between distribution manager and supply chain manager duties and responsibilities

Distribution manager example responsibilities.

• Manage all logistics including ocean and air imports, exports and domestic distribution via TL, LTL, and small parcel.
• Compose and employ initial ISO procedures to attain certification.
• Manage twenty-five team members during process of unloading trailers to include accurately processing and locating merchandise throughout warehouse with RF devices.
• Earn FDA and GMP certification at a start-up distribution-base facility in five months.
• Develop a training program that effectively trains employees in accordance with FDA guidelines.
• Budget and target tracking to sales goals with direct account responsibility for OEM and price sensitive customers.
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Supply chain manager example responsibilities.

• Lead the SIOP process to establish continuous flow for customer deliveries while achieving a reduction in inventory.
• Manage RFP process to identify best partners.
• Develop and implement a process to manage and maintain accurate item master in LAWSON procurement system.
• Raise capital, set up PMO office & lead cross-functional team to deliver a document management technology solution.
• Pilot software implementation by establishing requirements, creating strategy, and defining implementation plan; manage integration with ERP system.
• Manage production and warehouse teams ensuring DOD policies and corporate rules and regulations compliance while exceeding government nuclear facility audit standards.
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