Distribution Manager

The Cheesecake Factory•Agoura Hills, CA

3d•$110,000 - $130,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Eligible for a hybrid work schedule split between home & office, with a minimum of 3 days in the office each week. You may know us as a company with great food. You may also know us from ‘Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to Work For’ list. Our Distribution team is a key component of exciting growth and transformation. We’re supporting an ambitious multi-brand expansion plan, including new location launches across the U.S. As the Distribution Manager, you will experience unique exposure to fast-paced, high-impact work. From launching innovative supply chain projects to leading integration efforts for newly acquired concepts. You’ll thrive in this position if you are: Deadline Driven: you understand that deliverables are due by a specific date and time, and your time management and work ethic gets you there with ease. A Team Player: you’re a collaborative team player who shows respect for the views and contributions of others while building team spirit across the department. Highly Organized: in a dynamic work environment with many moving parts, you easily prioritize your responsibilities while maintaining deadlines. Adaptable: you’re at ease in a fast-paced environment and you’re able to change direction rapidly when priorities, deadlines, or personalities shift. Accountable/Responsible: you’re able and willing to take initiative and ownership for getting things done (within a supportive team environment).

Requirements

4+ years of experience in supply chain, new site supply deployment, restaurant operation management, and/or distribution management.
Four (4) year college degree (or in pursuit of a 4-year degree) in supply chain, hospitality, or a related field.
Knowledge of food service supply chain practices (restaurant, grocery, or food distribution company).
Proven experience collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure cost control and service process improvements.
Strong sense of urgency and commitment to meeting deadlines.
Highly organized and able to juggle multiple tasks with changing priorities.
Effective communication skills and ability to effectively work through barriers to implementation.
Advanced in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Nice To Haves

Distribution or restaurant leadership experience

Responsibilities

Manage all processes related to the setup, training phase, and post support for domestic new restaurant openings (NROs) across FRC, North Italia, and Flower Child.
Serve as the on-site lead during restaurant openings to ensure all distribution and supply requirements are met prior to opening day.
Collaborate with the team lead to develop, implement, manage, and maintain department Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to drive consistency and compliance across brands.
Work with brand leaders and Procurement to identify specifications for each brand to support NROs and ongoing business.
Cross support to identify product and distributor cost savings.
Consolidate direct to store and silo distributors into (CCF) main distribution network.
Audit distributor compliance based on contractual terms and product compliance.
Oversee the onboarding of new concepts and new supply chain partners, ensuring seamless integration into our existing distribution network.
Attend and lead cross-functional meetings, providing input on product feedback, service performance, and supply chain opportunities.
Lead and manage special projects focused on improving operational efficiency, cost control, and service quality.
Travel to support new restaurant openings, partner visits, and training initiatives.