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Manager, Distribution (2nd shift)

HD Supply · Northlake, IL · $84,700–$126,700 a year · Full time

Posted Sep 4, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

Tell me about a time you identified a process improvement in a DC and put it in place.

What they are checking: Whether they have actually led improvements and can show the results with numbers.

Tell me about a time you had to coach a supervisor or lead who was struggling.

What they are checking: Whether they develop their leaders rather than doing their work for them.

How do you keep the DC Manager informed without overloading them with details?

What they are checking: Whether they report the key results and risks clearly, which builds trust with their boss.

What would you do

You'd lead the second shift at the Northlake distribution center. How do you make sure second shift runs as well as first?

What they are checking: Whether they can keep standards, communication, and morale strong on a shift with less leadership around.

Volume spikes and you're short staffed on a night when trucks must go out. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they can reassign people, prioritize the most critical loads, and communicate early about risks.

About the work

How do you analyze labor and equipment utilization in a warehouse?

What they are checking: Whether they use productivity data to staff and plan, as the posting asks for asset utilization analysis.

How would you justify a spending request to the DC Manager?

What they are checking: Whether they can tie costs to savings, safety, or service improvements with clear numbers.

What experience do you have managing fleet or transportation operations?

What they are checking: Whether they understand delivery routing, driver compliance, and vehicle costs, since fleet is part of the role.

How do you keep inventory accurate in a high-volume distribution center?

What they are checking: Whether they rely on cycle counts and process discipline instead of waiting for a yearly count to find problems.

How do you build a strong safety culture on your shift?

What they are checking: Whether they lead safety through daily habits and attention, not only through posters and meetings.

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The full job description

As published by HD Supply.

Preferred Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in a related field. • 7+ years of experience working in a distribution center, including 3+ years of management experience. Job Summary Lead the operation of a Distribution Center in support of company goals. Provide input and feedback on all operations processes and results to DC Manager. Responsible for providing input to DC Manager for departmental strategic and operations planning, financial management, operational reporting and communication, fleet management, departmental process improvement, compliance, and inventory management. Major Tasks, Responsibilities, and Key Accountabilities • Provides departmental input to DC Manager for development of operating plans for warehouse and transportation operations in support of organizational goals including facility, equipment and staff. • Identifies departmental financial resources necessary to support operating plan and provide cost justification for departmental spending; participates with DC Manager in the development of department operating budgets. • Provides process improvement recommendations to DC Manager and implements process improvement action plans within the department. Conducts routine departmental analysis on functions, processes, asset utilization (equipment, resources, and labor) and communicates results of departmental analysis to DC Manager. • Leads associates to be fully compliant with all safety and Hazmat rules and regulations, legal regulations, and human resource policies; ensures safety and security of associates, facility, equipment, and inventory relevant to department. Reports safety and security discrepancies to DC Manager. • Manages performance of Assistant Manager and/or hourly associates and recognize, train, coach, counsel, and take corrective action when warranted. • Performs other duties as assigned. Nature and Scope • Solutions require analysis and investigation. • Achieves planned results by decisions and actions based on professional methods, business principles, and practical experience. • Manages a group or team of professional individual contributors and/or indirectly supervises support staff. Work Environment • Typically located in a comfortable environment but with regular exposure to factors that may cause noticeable discomfort or a moderate risk of accident or illness, such as temperature extremes, moving machinery, loud noises, and fumes. • Requires intermittent periods during which continuous physical exertion is required, such as walking, standing, stooping, climbing, lifting, and maneuvering material or equipment that may be heavy (50+ pounds) or awkward. • Typically requires overnight travel 5% to 20% of the time. Education and Experience • Typically requires BS/BA in a related discipline. Generally 7+ years of experience in a related field. May require certification. Advanced degree may offset less experience in some disciplines. For CA, CO, CT, D.C., DE, HI, IL, MA, MD, ME, MN, NJ, NV, NY, OH, RI, VA, VT, WA Job Seekers: Pay Range $84,700.00-$126,700.00 Annual HDS provides the following benefits to all permanent full-time associates: • Medical (with Prescription drug coverage), dental, and vision plans • Health care and Dependent Care FSA (as applicable) • 401(K) with company match • Paid Holiday, Vacation, Personal Time, and Wellness Day • Paid Sick Time • Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance • Short and Long-term Disability Insurance • Critical Illness Insurance • Accident Insurance • Whole Life insurance • Commuter Benefits • Tuition Reimbursement • Employee Assistance Program • Adoption and Surrogacy Assistance CA, CO, CT, D.C., DE, HI, IL, MA, MD, ME, MN, NJ, NV, NY, OH, RI, VA, VT, and WA law requires the posting of the potential salary range for advertised jobs. Individual base pay is determined based on a variety of elements including market data, experience, skills, internal equity and other factors. Our Goals for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion We are committed to creating a culture that promotes equity, respect, and advocacy for every HD Supply associate. We value the diversity of our people. Equal Employment Opportunity HD Supply is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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