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McLane Company, Inc. ยท 2 days ago

Director of Operations

McLane Company, Inc. is a leader in the distribution industry that has been operating since 1894. The Operations Director provides leadership and guidance for DC operational functions, focusing on transportation, warehousing, and continuous improvement towards productivity and service levels.

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Diana Ritter
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Responsibilities

Participate in the development of overall business planning and supply chain planning strategies and develop explicit goals and strategies closely linked to the overall business planning and supply chain process
Coordinate with Corporate Operations Support staff on strategies to improve service levels and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Provide leadership for the Transportation and Warehouse departments
Communicate the status of activities and results on an ongoing basis. Ensure all affected location and functional interests are represented and addressed; develop/recommend alterations to procedures and best practices where warranted
Understand, articulate, and execute all QA criterion set forth in supply chain processes
This position has additional duties. Special projects may be assigned at the position supervisor's discretion

Qualification

Logistics managementFoodservice distribution experienceFinancial analysisAS/400 systemsJDEInventory managementKey Performance Indicators (KPIs)TeamworkOrganizational skillsProblem solvingAttention to detail

Required

Have a bachelor's degree in Logistics, Business, Accounting, or a related field
Have at least 5 years of experience in all facets of the foodservice distribution Industry, preferably in the QSR sector
Accounting, planning, and analytical experience is required
Have a detailed understanding of financial statements and resulting cost implications
Be able to identify financial issues and provide cost effective solutions
Be able to use IT systems to generate and evaluate key performance data
Have experience with multi-shift, 6- to 7-day operations
Have management experience with large DC and driver workforces (200+)
Ability to cultivate and manage relationships with customers (100+, comprising 1,000-2,000 stores) and maintain high visibility with major customers, co-ops, and corporate customers
This position requires the ability to read, write, and understand English at a level sufficient to perform job-related tasks effectively and safely. This includes understanding work instructions, safety protocols, and communications essential to the role

Preferred

Preferred experience with AS/400 systems, JDE, EXCEL, Microsoft Word, and Access programs; XATA, PeopleNet or similar programs

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
FSA/HSA
Company-paid life insurance
Paid time off begins day one.
401(k) Profit Sharing Plan after 90 days.
Pet insurance
Maternity/paternity leave
Employee assistance programs
Discount programs
Tuition reimbursement program
And more!

Company

McLane Company, Inc.

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McLane Company, Inc.

H1B Sponsorship

McLane Company, Inc. has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (22)
2024 (9)
2023 (8)
2022 (8)
2021 (2)
2020 (1)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Chad R.
Senior Vice President and CFO
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David Leach
Senior Vice President, Chief Operating Officer
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