Amer Sports - Warehouse Operations Manager - Pittston Township

Onsite, Wilkes-Barre / Pittston Township, Pennsylvania

What you will be doing:

The Operations Manager oversees the daily activity of the Distribution Center. This new facility processes and distributes primarily apparel and footwear with the latest in high tech material handling and storage equipment. Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Own end-to-end warehouse operations across all functional areas (inbound, outbound, inventory, value added services, returns, automation), ensuring consistent execution against service, cost, and quality targets.
• Serve as the primary operational leader for a multi-brand, multi-channel environment; ensure each brand and channel’s unique SLAs and priorities are met.
• Translate site-level strategy into clear operational plans; set daily, weekly, and seasonal priorities and targets and ensure disciplined execution across all teams.
• Lead, coach, and develop salaried managers and hourly leads, build a strong leadership bench with clear expectations, accountability, and succession planning.
• Drive a people-first, performance-driven culture that emphasizes safety, engagement, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
• Partner closely with the DC Manager to identify risks, capacity constraints, and improvement opportunities; provide clear data-backed recommendations.
• Ensure labor, equipment, and automation are effectively balanced to optimize throughput, inventory accuracy, and operating costs.
• Own operational readiness for peak periods and volume surges; ensure staffing, processes, and systems are prepared in advance.
• Hold teams accountable to SOP adherence while continuously evaluating and improving workflows, layouts, and standard work.
• Ensure SAP (WMS) execution discipline across all areas; reinforce system accuracy, transaction integrity, and proper use of tools to run the operation.
• Review and act on operational KPIs; identify trends, root causes, and corrective actions to improve service, productivity, and quality.
• Lead cross-functional problem solving with IT, Transportation, and Brand partners to resolve systemic and operational issues.
• Champion safety, compliance, and housekeeping standards; ensure operations meet internal policies and external regulatory requirements.
• Support and execute continuous improvement initiatives that increase capacity, improve service levels, and reduce operational costs.
• Represent operations in leadership forums; communicate clearly, escalate appropriately, and model strong judgment and ownership.

What you need to succeed:

This role requires 5+ years progressive experience in a fast-paced, high volume distribution operation which included automation; and 5+ years prior experience managing a team. A bachelor’s degree in a business-related field with a focus on supply chain, logistics or other operational types is preferred; equivalent work experience in lieu of degree may be considered.

Other qualifications include:

• Strong decision making and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to manage staff
• Project management skills
• Comfortable communicating and collaborating with different personalities, cultures, and experience levels
• Strong background using WMS/MRP/and or WCS systems
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of SAP
• Knowledge of Lean principles and tools

What’s in it for you:

With us, you’ll inspire others to embrace the joy of sports while connecting with a global network of passionate individuals. We foster a dynamic and supportive culture that empowers you to innovate, grow professionally, and pursue your passion for both sports and the outdoors.

Benefits & Compensation:

With us, you’ll inspire others to embrace the joy of sports while connecting with a global network of passionate individuals. We foster a dynamic and supportive culture that empowers you to innovate, grow professionally, and pursue your passion for both sports and the outdoors.

This role is based at our modern distribution center in Pittston Township, PA. We offer a great working environment in the sports industry with talented & passionate colleagues all over the world! 

• Medical, dental and vision available the month after hire
• 401k retirement plan
• Paid time off and Holidays
• Life insurance, pre-tax transit benefit program
• Discounts on Amer Sports products
• Healthy Lifestyle & Wellness programs
• Discounts on quality products: Benefit from compelling discounts on our own-brand products (including Arc’teryx, Salomon, Wilson, Atomic, Peak Performance, and more).

Our Candidate-Centric Hiring Process:

At Amer Sports, we strive to make our hiring process seamless and engaging. Every CV is reviewed by real people, not AI, so your application receives the attention it deserves. Here’s what you can expect:

1. CV Screening
2. Phone Screening
3. Interview with 3-4 members of our team.
4. Feedback & Decision

Apply now!

Please submit your application exclusively via the application form. CVs sent by email will not be considered or processed.

If you have any questions or need clarification at any stage of the application process or during your journey with us, please don’t hesitate to reach out to [email protected] (HR). We’re here to provide you with the support and information you need to make your experience with Amer Sports as smooth and enjoyable as possible. Your success and satisfaction are our top priorities, and we’re always here to assist you!