Distribution Center Manager bei Torito Brands

Description

 Job Title: Distribution Center ManagerLocation: Quincy-FloridaDepartment: Operations Status: Exempt-Full TimeJob Summary:We are seeking an experienced and proactive Distribution Center Manager to oversee the storage, inventory, and distribution operations for our pet food manufacturing and distribution business. The ideal candidate will ensure the efficient receipt, storage, dispatch, and delivery of pet food products while maintaining quality, safety, and regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities:Warehouse Management:

• Oversee daily      warehouse operations, including receiving, storage, order fulfillment, and      shipping.
• Ensure      inventory accuracy and conduct regular cycle counts.
• Implement      warehouse layout improvements to maximize space and operational      efficiency.
• Maintain      cleanliness, hygiene, and safety standards suitable for pet food storage.
• Manage inbound      and outbound logistics in compliance with industry standards (e.g., GMP,      HACCP).

Logistics Coordination:

• Plan and      coordinate delivery schedules with production and sales operations. 
• Select and      manage third-party logistics (3PL) partners, couriers, and freight      providers.
• Ensure timely      delivery of products to, distributors, or direct-to-customer channels.
• Monitor      transportation costs, delivery performance, and optimize routes.

Team Management:

• Lead, train,      and develop warehouse staff and logistics personnel.
• Set performance      goals, conduct evaluations, and enforce company policies and procedures.

Compliance & Documentation:

• Ensure      compliance with food safety regulations and industry standards.
• Maintain      accurate records of shipments, receipts, and inventory.
• Coordinate      quality control and regulatory teams for audits and inspections.

Process Improvement:

• Identify      opportunities to reduce costs and improve service levels.

Requirements

  Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor’s      degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or      a related field.
• 5+ years of      experience in distribution and logistics management, preferably in the food      or pet food industry.
• Strong      understanding of food-grade warehousing and distribution standards.
• Experience with      ERP/WMS systems (NetSuite).
• Knowledge of      inventory control procedures and lean logistics practices.
• Strong      leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work      in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications:

• HACCP, GMP, or      SQF certification.