Assistant Director of Operations

C&S Wholesale Grocers; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

C&S Wholesale Grocers is seeking an Assistant Director of Operations to support the Director of Distribution Operations across warehouse, transportation, and related functions in a challenging Miami environment.

This leadership role focuses on safety, quality assurance, and training, driving improvements, and ensuring top customer service while meeting financial goals. Relocation to Miami is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in General Studies is required.
• 7–10 years of experience in retail operations, distribution, transportation, logistics, and/or supply chain management.
• Shift 2nd Shift; relocation to Miami, FL.

Responsibilities

• Support the Director of Distribution Operations across warehouse, transportation, and related functions.
• Lead safety, quality assurance, and training initiatives on campus.
• Forecast staffing, equipment, and scheduling for peak periods and holidays.
• Drive process improvements and adoption of new assets, facilities, and methods.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and a safe work environment for all.
• Collaborate across functions to meet customer expectations and financial targets.

Skills

Retail distribution

Logistics management

Warehouse operations

Supply chain

Education

Bachelor's Degree - General Studies

Job description

Position Overview

The Assistant Director of Operations will be responsible for supporting the Director Distribution Operations leader in the warehouse, transportation, and supportive operational functions for the distribution center to ensure that results meet or exceed customer expectations, financial and operational results, and talent development objectives. This position will own and lead campus activities relevant to Safety, Quality Assurance, and Training. Job Description **Relocation required to Miami, FL** Evaluate performance and potential of all distribution center functions, address performance gaps, and take corrective action to ensure delivery against operating objectives. Support preparation of and delivery against annual operation plans for campus operations. Forecast and develop plans for peak and holiday staffing, equipment, and scheduling. Create high customer service expectations among team members; monitor results, address gaps. Communicate with Account Team, Customer Service, Senior Leadership, and Customer on any late deliveries, special requests, or service gaps. Direct the adoption and use of improved processes, new assets, and new facilities; accountable for achieving incremental business results from the use of these investments. Collaborate cross functionally with other business units as needed to ensure customer satisfaction, further company initiatives, and drive company results. Maintain a safe environment for team members and visitors in accordance with company policies and health and safety regulations; accountable for providing a safe work environment, elimination of accidents, and the security of distribution center facilities and team members while on property. Oversee record keeping, regulatory compliance, inspections, audits, safety training, associate development, etc. Assist in the development of individual and team performance improvement goals aimed at supporting achievement of campus and company objectives. Conduct performance appraisals. Support succession planning, team building, and engagement activities. Travel Required:No Environment Warehouse : Perishable Warehouse (28F to 60F) Warehouse : Freezer (-20F to 0F) Warehouse : Grocery Warehouse (50F to 90F) Office : Office Temperature (65F to 75F)

Skills

• Skills Specialized Knowledge : Extensive experience and skill in retail distribution processes, logistics, supply chain management, warehouse operations, transportation operations
• Special Skills : Familiarity with D.O.T regulations, tractor/trailer operations
• Physical abilities: : Position primarily requires sitting at a workstation and working on a computer. The role will also entail walking in outdoor and/or warehouse environments.
• Other: : Strong leadership skills including team facilitation, training, and motivation; able to work well with all levels of team members with different background and needs
• Years Of Experience 7-10 : Work experience in retail operations, distribution, transportation, logistics and / or supply chain management or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Qualifications Bachelor's Degree - General Studies Shift 2nd Shift (United States of America) Company C&S Wholesale Services, LLC

About Our Company

C&S Wholesale Services is one of many companies within the C&S Family of Companies, the largest wholesale grocery supply company in the U.S. and the industry leader in supply chain innovation. At C&S, We Select the Best® & those with the motivation, pride, and drive to succeed in our fast-paced world. Working Safely is a Condition for Employment with C&S Wholesale Services Inc. C&S Wholesale Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. The Company provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act. C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC is an industry leader in supply chain solutions and wholesale grocery supply in the United States. Founded in 1918 as a supplier to independent grocery stores, C&S now services customers of all sizes, supplying more than 7,500 independent supermarkets, chain stores, military bases and institutions with over 100,000 different products. C&S also proudly operates and supports corporate grocery stores and services independent franchisees under a chain-style model throughout the Midwest, South and Northeast. We are an engaged corporate citizen, supporting causes that positively impact our communities.