Assistant Distribution Center Manager

Job title: Assistant Distribution Manager

• Location: Veracruz, Mexico
• Schedule: onsite

Hempel , founded in Denmark in 1915, is a world-leading supplier of trusted coating solutions. Across the globe, our products protect and beautify buildings, infrastructure and other assets, and play an essential role in our customers' businesses. They help minimize maintenance costs, improve aesthetics, and increase energy efficiency. Through our brands Hempel, Neogard, Crown Paints, Wattyl and Farrow & Ball, we provide solutions for the Marine, Energy, Infrastructure and Decorative industries.

Job Summary: This role will support the Distribution Center Manager for the designated location in order to comply with all processes and procedures and maintain the distribution center operations.

Essential Responsibilities :

Support daily distribution center operations and serve as the acting lead in the absence of the Distribution Center Manager.

Promote a safe, clean, organized, and efficient warehouse environment in accordance with 5S principles.

Process customer orders, including quoting, order entry, order verification, and shipment coordination through the ERP system.

Coordinate inbound and outbound logistics, including scheduling truck and carrier pickups, tracking shipments, and ensuring timely order fulfillment.

Verify freight terms, apply freight charges, and maintain accurate order documentation.

Receive, inspect, and manage replenishment inventory and warehouse stock.

Coordinate and ship vessel orders, ensuring accuracy and on-time delivery.

Monitor order activity by generating and reviewing daily order reports.

Respond promptly to customer inquiries, internal requests, emails, and phone calls.

Maintain accurate records, including shipping documentation, delivery notes, and employee timesheets.

Tint products to customer specifications and maintain tinting equipment.

Monitor inventory levels of tint bases, colorants, and warehouse materials.

Maintain inventory accuracy through ERP transactions, cycle counts, and physical inventories.

Supervise warehouse personnel and support adherence to company policies, procedures, and safety standards.

Minimum Qualifications:

Experience in personnel management and warehouse supervision, including maintenance activities.

Experience with Mexican labor and safety regulations (STPS standards).

Experience in warehouse operations and logistics management.

Inventory control experience.

Knowledge of handling hazardous materials.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

At least 50% English proficiency, sufficient to understand and manage the documentation used in the role.

High school diploma as a minimum educational requirement.

What is in it for you?

Christmas bonus: 13-month payment, 30 days

Medical Insurance (private) by employee and direct family

Life Insurance

Annual Bonus

Pantry Card

Saving fund

Orienta PAE

Optional Retirement Plan, with company contribution

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position will be located in distribution center offices. Working conditions can vary from humid /hot to cool in winter months.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Must be able to work in a warehouse, exposure to outdoor weather conditions and chemical fumes. Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome applicants of all backgrounds. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Mexico. Direct applicants only; we are not engaging with outside recruitment agencies.

Application due

2026-11-15 Seniority Level

Associate Job Functions

Distribution, Manufacturing, Production Industry

Chemicals

At Hempel, you’re welcomed to a global community of +7000 colleagues around the world. A workplace built on shared trust, mutual respect and support for each other.

We’re on a mission to double our impact. To succeed, we need bright minds and team players. Which is why, from day one, your input, ideas and initiative are not only welcomed, but expected. In return, you will enjoy great opportunities for development in a growing global company – and be part of the solution by contributing to our global impact.

At Hempel, we are committed to everyone feeling safe, valued and treated equally, in an environment where each employee can bring their authentic selves to work. We believe that inclusion is key to innovation and by bringing together the most diverse perspectives and talents, we can achieve great things, together.