Job Title:
Assistant Distribution Manager - LAKEWOOD
Company: Publishers Circulation Fulfillment
Location: Lakewood, NJ
Created: 2026-03-10
Job Type: Full Time
Job Description:
Salary Range $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 SalaryDescriptionWORK SCHEDULEOvernight Early Morning Hours / 40 hours per week Schedule may vary for business needs.Overnight Warehouse Lead Driver:This is an hourly (non-exempt) and non-CDL position working both in the warehouse and driving doing residential deliveries of various publications in the early morning, third shift hours.PCF is a Distribution Service Provider focused on the delivery needs of the high-density, high-pressure Northeast region. PCF has almost 40 years of experience completing deliveries from southern New Jersey to southern New Hampshire.Benefits: 401(k) Retirement Savings Plans Paid Time Off Vehicle Reimbursement Program Why Join Us: If you take pride in working hard in a fast-paced environment to serve customers, you could be part of a dynamic team that supports thousands of deliveries every night. PCF has a career path with a proven record that encourages internal growth across the organization along with on the job training to help you develop your skills for the future.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES Unloads newspapers from delivery trucks Assists in dispatching newspapers to delivery drivers Drives routes using personal vehicle, covers open routes and delivers newspapers to residences. Other duties and tasks may be required as assigned by management QualificationsEssential QualificationsCompetenciesDrive for ResultsPriority SettingDelegationBuilding Effective TeamsDirecting OthersListeningHiring and StaffingManaging and Measuring WorkManaging Through SystemsTime ManagementCustomer FocusManagerial CourageMotivating OthersManaging DiversityFairness to Direct ReportsAction OrientedIntegrity and TrustComposureTimely Decision MakingConflict ManagementKnowledge, Skills & AbilitiesTechnical and Functional Ability to professionally communicate information in a variety of ways until it is understood by Delivery Service Providers, Distribution Center staff members, subscribers and peers. Ability to identify and select most qualified candidates for open positions. Ability to train and develop Distribution Center staff and foster cohesive team environment. Familiar and competent in the use and maintenance of material handling equipment, and understanding of required maintenance records. Proficient in the use of MS Office (MS Word and MS Excel) and PCF applications (e-time, RouteSmart, SAP)/ability to learn. Knowledge of geographical area serviced from Distribution Center. Ability to manage and perform multiple tasks simultaneously. Ability to meet and/or exceed the established customer service objectives. Must have access to a reliable vehicle, valid driver’s license in the state where residing and automobile insurance at limits required by PCF. Required Physical Abilities Able to routinely lift heavy items. Able to unload bundles of newspapers (30 – 50 lbs each) multiple times on a daily basis. Able to operate automobile. Able to deliver open routes, perform visuals in the field and associated other work in the territory Able to adequately move around the facility, both inside and outside Working Environment Able to meet deadlines and attendance standards. Able to work weekends and early morning hours. Able to work in warehouse type environment. Able to function at night in adverse conditions. Able to work independently and problem solve. Able to foster and work in a team environment. Able to maintain safety guidelines in Distribution Center. Experience, Education and Certifications RequiredExperience Required Requires a minimum of 2 – 5 years related work experience. Required Educational Level Requires High School diploma or equivalent, Associate/Bachelor Degree preferred Other Certification: Material Handling Equipment Certification(s) preferred. Why PCF Work for an innovative, growth-oriented organization, unafraid to take bold steps to secure its future. Work alongside passionate and innovative “can-do” team members committed to success. Work for a third-generation family owned business that values its employees and customers above all. WORK FOR PCF. START SOMETHING BIG.