regional distribution manager, Store Delivery

Starbucks

17d

About The Position

From the beginning, Starbucks set out to be a different kind of company. One that not only celebrated coffee and the rich tradition but also brought a feeling of connection. We are known for developing extraordinary leaders who share this passion and are guided by their service to others. This is an exciting role working with third-party logistics providers in the Texas/Louisiana/New Mexico markets for Starbucks. The Partner can be based in the Houston, San Antonio, Albuquerque, or New Orleans regions. The Regional Distribution Manager (RDM) is responsible for supporting the day-to-day operations of the distribution centers within their assigned region - this includes overseeing metrics, handling escalations, and leading and developing continuous improvement ideas. The RDM will also assist with annual financial planning and work with cross-functional teams on projects, best practices, and operational opportunities. The RDM is expected to inspire and influence others to achieve results and hold the distribution centers accountable for performance standards as per Starbucks SOPs. They will also serve as the Starbucks point of contact for 3PL providers for service and cost accountability.

Requirements

10+ of experience in retail distribution center management
Logistics Service Provider experience
Strong leadership and management skills
Ability to work with cross-functional teams and build relationships with external partners
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to handle escalations
Ability to travel nationwide as needed

Responsibilities

Support the day-to-day operations of the distribution centers within the assigned region
Oversee metrics and handle escalations
Lead and develop continuous improvement ideas
Assist with annual financial planning for the distribution centers
Work with cross-functional teams on projects, best practices, and operational opportunities
Inspire and influence others to achieve results
Hold the distribution centers accountable for performance standards as per Starbucks SOPs
Serve as the Starbucks point of contact for 3PL providers for service and cost accountability
Liaise with retail ops, distribution field service, and daily relationships with 3PL providers
Standardize and ensure compliance with Starbucks policies and procedure

Benefits

As a Starbucks partner, you (and your family) will have access to medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, and other voluntary insurance benefits.
Partners have access to short-term and long-term disability, paid parental leave, family expansion reimbursement, paid vacation from date of hire, sick time (accrued at 1 hour for every 25 hours worked), eight paid holidays, and two personal days per year.
Starbucks also offers eligible partners participation in a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, a discounted company stock program (S.I.P.), Starbucks equity program (Bean Stock), incentivized emergency savings, and financial well-being tools.
Additionally, Starbucks offers 100%25 upfront tuition coverage for a first-time bachelor’s degree through Arizona State University’s online program via the Starbucks College Achievement Plan, student loan management resources, and access to other educational opportunities.
You will also have access to backup care and DACA reimbursement.
Starbucks will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, and in accordance with its plans and policies.
This list is subject to change depending on collective bargaining in locations where partners have a certified bargaining representative.
For additional information regarding partner perks and more detailed information about benefits, go to starbucksbenefits.com.
If you are working in CA, CO, IL, LA, ME, MA, NE, ND or RI, you will accrue vacation up to a maximum of 120 hours (190 in CA) for roles below director and 200 hours (316 in CA) for roles at director or above.
For roles in other states, you will be granted vacation time starting at 120 hours annually for roles below director and 200 hours annually for roles director and above.