Division Physical Distribution Manager

Who We Are

Johns Manville is a leading manufacturer and marketer of premium-quality insulation and commercial roofing, along with glass fibers and nonwovens for commercial, industrial and residential applications. Our products are used in a wide variety of industries including building products, aerospace, automotive and transportation, filtration, commercial interiors, waterproofing and wind energy. A proud member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies, we serve customers in more than 80 countries around the globe.

We are committed to delivering positive and powerful experiences, because we are successful only when our employees and customers thrive. We are passionate, we care about people, we perform at a superior level, and we protect others and our environments.

$98,500.00-$ Annual. This is the base salary pay range that an applicant can expect to make upon hire. Pay within this range will vary based upon relevant experience, skills, and education among other factors. In addition, this position is eligible for an incentive bonus.

The Division Physical Distribution Manager is accountable for elevating distribution performance across the Insulation Systems network by driving data‑backed decision making, optimizing warehouse and logistics operations, and strengthening 3PL vendor performance. This role leads through influence rather than direct people management—using analytics, cross‑functional partnership, and governance to standardize practices and raise operational excellence across multiple plants and warehouse locations. Success in this role is measured by inventory accuracy, network efficiency, cost optimization, reporting maturity, and 3PL performance.

This role may be based at Johns Manville’s World Headquarters in Denver, CO, or at any JM Insulation Systems manufacturing facility.

• Define, implement, and measure inventory policies that reduce carrying costs, prevent obsolescence, and maintain service levels across all facilities.
• Improve network flow by executing inbound and outbound logistics strategies that consistently meet cost, accuracy, and timeliness targets.
• Own inventory capital forecasting and performance reporting, clearly articulating variances and drivers to leadership.

• Transform management reporting by introducing advanced Excel‑based analytics, automation, and visualization.
• Consolidate distribution KPIs across multiple sites; generate clear insights and action recommendations for senior leadership.
• Lead data‑driven continuous improvement efforts that standardize processes and elevate network performance.

• Provide operational guidance to warehouse teams and 3PL partners, ensuring alignment to JM safety, space utilization, and productivity standards.
• Manage 3PL relationships, including onboarding, training/coaching, quarterly audits, and performance improvement plans.
• Plan and evaluate warehouse footprint needs; contribute to contract negotiations and cost‑reduction strategies.

• Act as a primary liaison between plants, distribution centers, Customer Service, Sales, Procurement, IT, Finance, and other corporate functions.
• Ensure SAP transaction timeliness, master data accuracy, and alignment with operational processes.
• Support cross‑business coordination to leverage shared space and improve service levels.

• Ensure adherence to regulatory standards (import/export, SOX, DOT, Haz Mat) and JM safety requirements.
• Conduct cycle count audits, validate inventory practices, and ensure accuracy of vendor invoices and SAP reconciliations.
• Support special projects involving raw material allocations, network disruptions, or second‑quality sales.

• Own AOP planning for warehouse budgets and monthly financial reporting.
• Recommend network optimization initiatives that reduce redundancy and improve cost‑to‑serve.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations, or related field.
• 7+ years of distribution, logistics, or supply chain experience,…