Associate Operations Manager

Dot Foods; Ardmore (OK); On-site; USD 50,264 - 75,396; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Extensive benefits including medical, dental, and 401k

Job summary

A food industry distribution leader in Ardmore, Oklahoma is seeking an Associate Operations Manager to rotate through job roles in Transportation and Warehouse. The role requires strong leadership and organizational skills, offering upward mobility within 12-18 months and a competitive pay range of $50,264 to $75,396 annually, along with bonuses and extensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent Dot Foods or Dot Transportation experience.
• Strong leadership, planning & organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Work with individuals across departments to develop knowledge of warehouse and transportation.
• Gather, measure, and interpret data critical to improving processes.
• Participate in meetings to enhance knowledge of the processes.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts applying lean thinking.

Job description

Base pay range

$50,264.00/yr - $75,396.00/yr

Salary Range: $50,264 to $75,396 annually, plus bonus opportunity

As an Associate Operations Manager, this individual will spend a significant amount of time rotating through job roles in both Transportation and Warehouse to learn the key components of the operations side of Dot and provide support/ leadership as needed in various roles. As the individual gains experience in this role, they will be expected to increase their impact to the company through their activity and the activity of those they work with. This position is designed to provide upward mobility, assuming availability, within 12‑18 months.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Work with individuals across departments to develop knowledge of warehouse and transportation
• Gather, measure, and interpret data critical to improving processes within the warehouse and transportation
• Participate in meetings with warehouse, transportation, replenishment, and outside distribution centers to enhance knowledge of the processes and develop relationships necessary to collaborate effectively.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts while applying lean thinking and tools to identify and eliminate waste.

YOU MUST HAVE

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent Dot Foods or Dot Transportation experience
• Strong leadership, planning & organizational skills

YOU MAY ALSO HAVE

• Degree in logistics or supply‑chain management
• Experience in budget development & business analysis
• Ability to relocate
• Ability to embrace & facilitate change

ROLE SPECIFICS

• Travel: Occasional overnight travel to other company facilities or outside facilities for training. Must have ability to travel independently as needed, without restriction by all modes of transportation, including car, plane, or train.
• Working Environment: Ability to work in all temperature conditions, from 0˚F to 100˚F
• Schedule: Ability to work flexible hours (weekend, night shift and on‑call) based upon facility needs.

WHO WE ARE

Dot Foods makes products more accessible and affordable to the food industry. We add efficiency to the supply chain and build strong partnerships with distributors, suppliers, and operators. Our company was created on a foundation of respect and dependability. People who are open to input, ask questions, embrace diversity, and seek innovative solutions thrive here.

WHAT DOT CAN OFFER YOU

As a family‑owned and operated company since 1960, Dot Foods has created a strong family culture. We make everyone feel included and respected. In addition to an inclusive working environment, we will provide you with:

• Competitive compensation package, including bonuses for successful performance
• Extensive benefits including medical, dental, 401k, and profit‑sharing

Safety

This position assumes responsibility for the workplace safety of self and co‑workers, and for the safety conditions of the work locations, exercise and promotes safe behaviors and show unyielding support of programs, rules, and policies regarding safety.

EOE/AA Employer

Dot believes all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities. Dot will not discriminate against its employees or applicants for employment because of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status or other basic classes protected by applicable federal or state law provided they are qualified for employment or for existing positions.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Supply Chain, Distribution, and Management

Industries

Food and Beverage Services, Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage, and Warehousing and Storage