Distribution General Manager

A bit about us 

Trek is an awesome place to work, with amazing benefits for all employees. We build only products we love, provide incredible hospitality to our customers, and change the world by getting more people on bikes. When you’re on our team, you’re taken care of, encouraged to learn and grow, and given lots of opportunities to do so. Give us your best, and we’ll give it right back. Sound pretty sweet? Then come join us!
 

Job Location

WI Distribution Center

Job Description

As the Distribution General Manager, you’ll lead operations at our flagship distribution center in Johnson Creek, WI. You’ll be responsible for the full scope of warehouse operations—from P&L ownership and safety to team development and carrier relationships. This is a high-impact leadership role where you’ll shape culture, drive performance, and help deliver the best bikes in the world to customers everywhere. 

Facility Size: 250,000 sq. ft. 
Reports to: Director of Distribution and Delivery 
Team: 80+ employees, including 3 Operations Managers, 6 Team Leads, and an Assistant GM 

 

What You’ll Do 

• Own and manage site-level P&L and operational performance 

• Lead and inspire a team of salaried and hourly employees across multiple departments 

• Exceed KPIs in service, cost, safety, quality, and team culture 

• Champion a safety-first mindset and implement best-in-class protocols 

• Foster a customer-first culture across all operations 

• Drive hiring, training, and retention strategies that build a high-performing team 

• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners 

• Lead with a continuous improvement mindset using Lean principles 

• Ensure inventory accuracy and operational integrity 

• Coach and develop leaders to grow within the organization 

 

What You Bring 

• Bachelor’s degree required 

• 5+ years of experience in warehouse or distribution center leadership 

• Proven success managing both hourly and salaried teams 

• Strong background in:  

• ERP/WMS systems (e.g., Manhattan, Oracle, Blue Yonder, SAP) 

• TMS systems (e.g., Proship, E2Open, 3G) 

• LMS systems (e.g., Easy Metrics, TZA) 

• Experience with full P&L responsibility and volume forecasting 

• Deep understanding of Lean methodologies and continuous improvement 

• Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office skills 

• Knowledge of LTL and parcel shipping industries 

• High energy, strong communication skills, and a passion for developing people 

 

Why Trek? 

• A culture that values people, purpose, and performance 

• A leadership team that supports autonomy and