Distribution Manager
Sodexo Careers•Kent, WA
•Onsite
About The Position
Sodexo is seeking a Distribution Manager (Operations Manager) to join our InReach team in Seattle, WA. This is a senior operational leadership role overseeing vending and warehouse management functions within a growing corporate account. You will set the standard for process excellence, manage a tenured team through change, and ensure all moving parts of the operation are running efficiently. If you are a systems thinker with strong people management skills and a track record of building high-functioning operations, we want to hear from you.
Requirements
- Demonstrated experience in operations or distribution management, preferably within vending, CPG, foodservice, or a comparable route-based operation
- Strong people management background, including experience leading tenured or unionized teams through organizational change
- Process-oriented mindset with hands-on experience developing and implementing SOPs
- KPI-driven approach with the ability to set goals, analyze results, and execute improvement plans
- Project management skills and the ability to assess shifting priorities and redirect resources effectively
- A collaborative leadership style with the ability to influence without direct authority across functions
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
- 3 years of functional experience
Responsibilities
- Oversee the daily operations of the vending and warehouse management teams, ensuring coverage and accountability across all functions
- Provide strategic and hands-on leadership, stepping in to fill gaps as operational needs demand
- Drive KPI performance by defining clear objectives, tracking metrics, and holding teams to measurable outcomes
- Lead change management initiatives, establishing and maintaining SOPs that support a tenured, high-performing team
- Manage workflow to ensure full operational coverage and alignment across warehouse and vending functions
- Serve as a field execution resource, partnering directly with operations to troubleshoot and optimize processes
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
- 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
- Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
- Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
