Assistant General Manager

Coleto Brands, parent company of Progress Lighting and Kichler, is seeking an experienced and people-focused Assistant General Manager to support operations onsite at its Jefferson, GA distribution center. This is a full-time, salaried exempt position with a typical schedule of Monday-Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM, though additional hours may be required to support business needs. The ideal candidate is a proactive, solutions-oriented leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a proven ability to drive operational performance, improve processes, and lead high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

Support the General Manager in the daily execution and long-term planning of all distribution center operations, including receiving, put-away, picking, packing, shipping, and returns; Drive operational performance across all shifts, ensuring productivity, service, cost, quality, and efficiency goals are consistently achieved; Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), analyze operational trends, and implement strategies to improve performance and achieve business objectives; Oversee labor planning, workforce utilization, and resource allocation to maximize productivity while maintaining cost efficiency; Identify operational bottlenecks, address performance gaps, and lead continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean, Six Sigma, and other operational best practices; Establish clear performance expectations and ensure accountability for operational results at all levels; Support SAP utilization, operational reporting, and data-driven decision-making to improve processes and overall effectiveness; Provide direct leadership, coaching, and oversight to Warehouse Supervisors, ensuring effective execution of operational priorities and consistent performance across all shifts; Develop strong, capable leaders through ongoing coaching, constructive feedback, and opportunities for professional growth; Partner with HR to support recruiting, onboarding, performance management, and employee retention initiatives; Champion a safety-first culture through proactive training, regular audits, and consistent enforcement of safety standards and company policies; Additional duties as assigned

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, or a related field strongly preferred; Minimum of 5–7 years of progressive experience in a high-volume distribution or warehouse environment; Minimum of 2 years of direct leadership experience managing supervisors or large operational teams; Proven track record of driving operational performance, improving productivity, and achieving measurable business results; Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and develop leaders while building accountable, high-performing teams; Strong analytical, problem-solving, conflict-resolution, and decision-making skills; Ability to balance strategic priorities with hands-on operational leadership in a fast-paced environment; Comfortable working extended hours or weekends during peak operational periods, as needed; Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.