Director, Operations

Breakthru Beverage Group•Santa Fe Springs, CA

1d•$120,000 - $160,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Director, Operations is responsible for leading all warehousing and distribution operations at the Santa Fe Springs location. This role provides strategic and operational leadership to the department, fostering a high-performance, collaborative team environment. The Director oversees planning, coordination, execution, and performance management of logistics operations, ensuring the efficient flow of goods and alignment with organizational objectives. Through effective leadership, resource management, and continuous improvement initiatives, this position drives operational excellence and achieves business goals related to the company's logistics and distribution requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in related field and/or equivalent training and work experience
Minimum of 7 years of experience in Warehousing or Distribution, with at least 5 years of management experience.
Advanced PC skills using MS Office and other various computer programs including presentation software
Must be a results-oriented professional with verbal/written communication skills using diplomacy and discretion as well as customer service skills
Ability to multi-task, work independently and/or within a team, pay attention to detail and meet deadlines
Analytic and Reporting skills
Utilize sound judgement and problem-solving skills
Ability to work in fast-paced, high-volume, team environment

Nice To Haves

Strong business acumen and organizational skills
Knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems
Working knowledge of Distribution routing software, preferably Roadnet
Experience managing a union environment
Experience with conveyor/sortation equipment

Responsibilities

Develop strategic plan by studying technological and financial opportunities, presenting assumptions, and recommending objectives.
Direct process and continuous improvement efforts in the areas of quality, customer service, safety, productivity, and cost reduction.
Achieves financial objectives by preparing an annual budget, scheduling expenditures, analyzing variances, initiating corrective actions, controlling costs, and maximizing the use of assets.
Provide oversight for all operations related activities, including receiving, conveying/sortation, loading, delivery, facility, fleet maintenance, sanitation, inventory control and returns management.
Direct facility and system maintenance activities – inspection, repair, capital improvements, new layout designs, etc.
Oversees the company security program by developing and maintaining appropriate programs in conjunction with operation staff.
Other duties, as assigned by the jobholder’s supervisor, may also be required.