Hybrid Senior Distribution Center Manager bei Pet Food Experts Inc

Description

Join the Pack at Pet Food Experts!

With a rich history spanning over 80 years, Pet Food Experts has evolved from a small family-run business into the nation's leading pet specialty distributor, proudly serving over 10,000 pet retail locations nationwide. At Pet Food Experts (PFX), we do more than distribute the best pet products—we fuel independent pet retailers with passion, expertise, and an unwavering commitment to community.

And now, with unprecedented growth and an expanded national footprint, we’re stronger than ever, ready to serve more retailers, support more brands, and make an even bigger impact in the pet industry. If you're an animal lover with a heart for independent businesses and a drive for excellence, we want you on our team!

 The Senior Operations Manager is responsible for all aspects of the Distribution Center. This leader will accept and embrace the responsibilities of building and retaining a highly skilled, motivated and diverse Team to deliver business, people and community results in a rapidly changing supply chain environment. 

Essential Functions:

• Manage all operational and administrative elements of the Distribution Center (DC) in an effective and efficient manner to satisfy internal and external customer requirement's
• Deliver on balanced Key Performance Indicators related to: Safety, People, Quality, Delivery, Cost
• Create labor and staffing plans, develop and maintain efficient workflow, train, coach and motivate, management team, monitor and evaluate performance of the IB & OB Warehouse, Transportation, Facilities and Inventory Teams
• Ensure team Members’ abilities to accurately perform essentials functions through effective coaching, training, and cross functional development while fostering a high degree of morale, diversity and inclusion
• Provide appropriate level of hands on instruction and strategic direction to ensure employees have clear path to operational success, including development of the Leadership Team to effectively oversee the daily routines of their assigned Team Members

Experience, Knowledge and Skills:

• Bachelor's degree (preferred) in business management, industrial management or related field
• Lean/CI/Six Sigma preferred
• 5+ years of direct leadership experience in warehousing, receiving, inventory control and shipping in a distribution environment
• 2+ years of transportation routing, delivery and DOT/CDL compliance

Schedule: Monday through Friday

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Pet People, First and Always: We’re a company built on relationships—both with our team and the independent pet community we serve.
• An Industry on the Move: With our recent expansion, we’re more connected than ever, creating career growth opportunities at every level.
• Culture of Care: From employee wellness to professional development, we invest in YOU.
• Fun & Furry Perks: Think company events, supportive colleagues, and a community that actually cares.

Benefits and Perks of Being Part of the PFX Pack!

At Pet Food Experts, we believe great people deserve great benefits—so we make sure you’re covered from head to paw!

• Competitive Pay – Because your hard work should be rewarded!
• Comprehensive Health Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision to keep you feeling your best.
• Retirement Savings with Employer Match – Helping you invest in your future.
• Flexible Time Off – Empowering employees to take the time they need to rest, recharge, and manage personal commitments while ensuring business needs are met.
• Paid Parental Leave – Support for growing families
• Company-Paid Life & Disability Insurance – We’ve got your back, no matter what.
• Health & Dependent Care FSAs – Because budgeting for wellness should be easy.
• Pet Perks & Discounts – Exclusive savings on the best pet products!
• Extra Voluntary Benefits – Convenient options for additional coverage, deducted straight from payroll.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Mental health, financial wellness, and more—because life happens.

Pet Food Experts is an equal opportunity employer. Pet Food Experts does not discriminate in employment on account of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service.