Sr Director Operations

Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP) is a leading beverage company listed on Nasdaq under the ticker KDP. The company boasts a portfolio of over 150 owned, licensed, and partner brands that cater to a wide array of consumer needs and occasions. Operating primarily in North America, KDP holds leadership positions across major beverage categories including carbonated soft drinks, water, juice, and mixers. Some of the iconic brands under the KDP umbrella include Dr Pepper®, Canada Dry®, Mott’s®, A&W®, Peñafiel®, GHOST®, 7UP®, Snapple®, Clamato®, and Core Hydration®. Additionally, KDP has a global coffee business that spans more than 100 markets, featuring the leading Keurig® single-serve brewing system in the U.S. and Canada, alongside powerhouse brands such as Peet’s, L’OR, Jacobs, and other regional coffee leaders. The company employs over 50,000 people who strive to enhance every beverage and coffee occasion while making a positive impact on people, communities, and the planet.

Keurig Dr Pepper aims to be an employer of choice by providing a culture and opportunities that empower employees to grow and develop professionally. They offer robust benefits designed to support health, wellness, and financial security, along with programs to foster professional growth, development, and a sense of value and appreciation at work. The company is committed to diversity and inclusion, operating as an equal opportunity employer that values all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, and other legally protected statuses.

The Senior Director, Regional Operations role at KDP is a pivotal leadership position that focuses on driving operational excellence across a designated region within the company’s portfolio. This role requires a strategic thinker with a results-oriented mindset and a diverse background in operations, warehouse management, logistics, and supply chain. The successful candidate will have deep expertise in managing Direct Store Delivery (DSD) routes to market or B2C environments, supporting brand growth, business development, and people management with a sharp focus on operational quality and safety.

The Regional Operations Leader is responsible for strategic analysis, execution, and organizational development initiatives that align with the company’s financial and non-financial goals. They create and promote a lean mindset to improve safety, productivity, and performance through standardization and process discipline. The role demands proactive leadership to set direction for the team, build high-trust cultures, and foster collaboration across functions including Sales, Finance, Marketing, Human Resources, and Supply Chain.

Key accountabilities of the role include leading and coaching teams to achieve operational excellence, managing annual planning processes in partnership with national leadership, influencing cross-functional collaboration, spearheading continuous improvement initiatives, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and safety standards such as Department of Transportation (DOT) and OSHA. The role also demands the ability to use data analytics and strategic insights to inform decision-making and project management, balancing long-term goals with short-term execution to drive regional and business unit success.

This position offers a competitive annual salary range of $190,000 to $250,000, with placement within this range determined by skills, experience, and other factors. Benefits include medical, dental, vision coverage, paid time off, 401(k) with employer match, child and elder care support, adoption benefits, paid parental leave, fertility benefits, employee resource groups, breastmilk shipping services, dependent scholarship programs, education assistance, employee assistance programs, personalized wellness platforms, and more. An annual bonus based on performance and eligibility is also part of the total rewards package.

The Senior Director must have at least 10 years of progressive leadership experience across warehouse, distribution, supply chain, and delivery operations, preferably in the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry or similar B2C and retail environments. Strong knowledge of DOT, EHS, OSHA regulations, and experience managing union and non-union frontline workforces are essential. The role requires extensive travel, approximately 75% or more, to support operational oversight and leadership across locations.

Joining KDP means becoming a part of a dynamic team proud of its innovative brands, strategic partnerships, and commitment to growth and excellence. This role is key to advancing KDP’s operational capabilities and ensuring the company continues to deliver exceptional value to its customers and stakeholders.