Senior Distribution Services Manager
About The Position
As a Senior Distribution Services Manager, you will lead distribution operations that keep products moving efficiently, reliably, and cost-effectively across the Whataburger supply chain. You will drive operational excellence, strengthen distributor performance, and execute strategies that support business growth while ensuring continuity during disruptions. Working closely with Supply Chain, Procurement, Operations, Finance, and external partners, you'll help build a distribution network that delivers exceptional service and dependable results. In this role, you will Make a Difference by improving distribution performance and ensuring restaurants have the products they need to serve Guests every day. You'll Serve with Heart by fostering strong relationships with partners and supporting teams through challenges and change. You'll Win as One by collaborating across functions to solve complex supply chain issues and achieve shared goals. And you'll Move Forward Boldly by driving continuous improvement, advancing innovative solutions, and building scalable distribution strategies that support Whataburger's future growth.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
- 6+ years of distribution, logistics, supply chain, or related experience
- Experience leading operational performance and continuous improvement initiatives
- Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making skills
- Experience managing distributor or third-party logistics partnerships
- Proven cross-functional leadership and collaboration skills
- Strong problem-solving and strategic planning abilities
- Experience leading and developing high-performing teams
Nice To Haves
- Experience in restaurant, retail, foodservice, or consumer goods distribution
- Multi-site distribution network management experience
- Knowledge of transportation, warehousing, and inventory optimization
- Experience supporting business continuity and disruption recovery efforts
- Advanced supply chain analytics and reporting expertise
- Success leading large-scale operational change initiatives
Responsibilities
- Lead distribution operations and strategic execution
- Drive service, efficiency, and cost improvement initiatives
- Manage distributor performance and contract compliance
- Partner across Supply Chain, Procurement, Operations, and Finance
- Analyze performance metrics to identify risks and opportunities
- Lead response efforts during supply chain disruptions
- Resolve complex distribution and logistics challenges
- Improve delivery reliability and product availability
- Coach, develop, and mentor leaders and team members
- Build succession plans and strengthen leadership pipelines
Benefits
- Competitive Weekly Pay
- Bonus Program that scales up to 2.5X payout potential based on company results
- 5 weeks PTO
- Flex Weeks
- Paid Corporate Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- 401(k) match $1/$1 up to 4%
- Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
- Short-term and Long-term Disability Benefits
- Opportunities for Career Development and Growth
- Whataburger Family Foundation - Scholarship Program (dependents eligible) and Hardship Grant Assistance
- Discounted Meals for You and a Guest
- Wireless Service Discounts
- Computer & Software Discounts
- Fitness / Gym Discounts
- Awards and recognition for all you do
- Retirement Celebration Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
Associate degree
