Area Director, Replenishment - Oklahoma City OK

US Foods is one of the leading foodservice distributors in the United States, serving a broad array of customers including restaurants, healthcare, hospitality, and educational institutions. With a robust supply chain network and a dedicated team of professionals, US Foods is committed to delivering innovative food products and services that cater to the needs of diverse culinary businesses across the country. The company emphasizes customer satisfaction, operational excellence, and sustainable business practices as core tenets of its mission. Known for its comprehensive offerings and industry expertise, US Foods continues to drive growth and innovation in the food distribution industry.

The position of Area Director, Replenishment, at US Foods is a pivotal leadership role within the Supply Chain organization. This full-time role focuses on overseeing and managing replenishment and inventory management activities across a designated geographic Area. The Area Director will own replenishment-related performance metrics, lead cross-functional collaboration, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize supply chain operations. The Area Director plays a critical role in ensuring service levels, managing inventory health, and coaching a large team of replenishment professionals, including Replenishment Leads, Buyers, and Operations Support Specialists. This role provides a blend of strategic and operational responsibilities, including performance management, process improvement, and team leadership.

Key responsibilities include monitoring and improving key replenishment metrics such as service levels, days inventory on hand (DIOH), spoilage, inventory adjustments, and freight optimization. The Area Director actively participates in Area-level staff meetings, representing replenishment and driving issue resolution efforts. The role requires collaboration with buyers to manage purchase orders, root cause stock outs, and coordinate replenishment operations, ensuring smooth supply chain flow and customer satisfaction.

As a team leader, the Area Director will foster a culture of collaboration, customer service excellence, and continuous improvement. Coaching, talent development, and performance evaluations are vital components of this leadership position. The Area Director also partners closely with the Replenishment Center of Excellence (COE) to bring expert guidance and training to the team.

This position demands strong cross-functional communication, engaging with Area Presidents, Merchandising, Distribution Center Operations, Sales, Transportation, Finance, and National Sales Support Teams to align supply chain activities with broader business goals. The role is primarily office-based but includes up to 20% travel as business needs dictate.

The ideal candidate will possess a bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, or related fields, with a minimum of seven years’ progressive experience managing operations and leading teams within supply chain functions such as supply planning, inventory management, vendor management, purchasing, or related roles. Proficiency in analytics, supply chain planning systems, and Microsoft Office, along with strong interpersonal and coaching skills, are essential to excel in this role.

US Foods offers a competitive compensation package, including an annual incentive plan bonus and a long-term incentive program. Benefits include health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, disability coverage, employee stock purchase plans, and life insurance. This role is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned supply chain professional eager to contribute to the success of a leading foodservice distributor and grow within a dynamic and supportive environment.