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Mclane Company, Inc.

Director of Operations

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $120,000.00 - $130,000.00
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Work Schedule

Rotating Shifts
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k) profit sharing plan
Pet insurance
Maternity/Paternity Leave
Employee Assistance Programs
discount programs
Tuition Reimbursement Program

Job Description

McLane is a storied leader in the distribution industry, boasting a legacy that spans over 130 years since its founding in 1894. Renowned for its expansive nationwide network that caters to the restaurant, retail, and e-commerce sectors, McLane has built a robust team of diverse professionals who collaborate seamlessly to ensure operational excellence. The company's culture is distinctly people-centered, emphasizing continuous growth, industry-leading training, and the adoption of the latest technological innovations to remain agile and responsive to client needs. McLane is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all applicants receive equal consideration without discrimination based on race, color,... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in logistics, business, accounting, or related field
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in foodservice distribution industry preferably in the QSR sector
  • Experience in accounting, planning, and analytics
  • Familiarity with AS/400, JDE, EXCEL, Microsoft Word and Access
  • Experience with XATA, PeopleNet or similar systems
  • Strong understanding of financial statements and cost implications
  • Ability to identify and solve financial issues
  • Proficiency in IT systems for key performance data
  • Experience managing multi-shift 6-7 day operations
  • Experience managing large DC and driver workforces of 200+
  • Ability to manage relationships with 100+ customers comprising 1,000-2,000 stores
  • Proficiency in English for job-related tasks and safety compliance

Job Qualifications

  • 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 quick-service restaurant sector
  • Possess accounting, planning, and analytical experience
  • Preferred experience with AS/400 systems, JDE, EXCEL, Microsoft Word, and Access programs
  • experience with XATA, PeopleNet or similar programs
  • 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 distribution center and driver workforces (200+ employees)
  • 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
  • Ability to read, write, and understand English sufficiently to perform job-related tasks effectively and safely

Job Duties

  • 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
  • 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 quality assurance criterion set forth in supply chain processes
  • Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned by the position supervisor

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location