Director of Operations

McLane Company, Inc.; Temple (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 benefits

Paid time off from day one

Tuition reimbursement program

Employee assistance programs

Discount programs

Maternity/paternity leave

Pet insurance

Company-paid life insurance

Job summary

McLane Company, Inc. seeks a Director of Operations Designate to lead DC functions including Transportation, Warehousing, and QA. You will plan, organize, and support projects with the team, facilities, and tools needed for growth and service excellence.

The role requires relocation to other McLane divisions as needed. Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in foodservice distribution, strong accounting/planning skills, and experience with ERP systems like Manhattan, AS/400, and JDE.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in foodservice distribution.
• Experience with P&L, budgeting and cost analysis.
• Understanding of QA and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead Transportation and Warehouse departments.
• Develop and execute supply chain strategies.
• Monitor KPIs and drive performance improvements.
• Coordinate with Corporate Operations Support on service levels.
• Relocate to other McLane divisions as required.

Skills

Foodservice distribution

QSR sector

Accounting

Planning

Analytical thinking

Cost control

Tools

Manhattan

AS/400

JDE

Excel

XATA

PeopleNet

Access

Job description

Job Description - Director of Operations-Designate (JR110666)

Director of Operations-Designate - ( JR110666 )

McLane teammates, the driving force behind our success, are diverse professionals who work together seamlessly to keep our operations running smoothly. As a teammate, you will pair your dedication, expertise, and collaborative spirit with your fellow teammates to serve America’s most beloved brands. McLane leaders think long-term, act with purpose, and inspire high performance. They lead with accountability, communicate clearly, and drive results through collaboration, innovation, and continuous growth. They empower each teammate to learn from industry leaders, develop their skills, and build lasting connections nationwide.

The Operations Director Designate provides leadership and guidance for DC operational functions such as Transportation, Warehousing, facilities management, building layout, racking and systems, inventory management, and quality assurance. They plan, organize, manage, and support the projects and activities required for the DC with the training, tools, facilities and equipment necessary to support growth, QA compliance and continuous improvement towards productivity and service levels.

The Director of Operations-Designate is considered a training position. You will be expected to relocate to another McLane division if and when needed.

Benefits you can count on:

• Day 1 Benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA/HSA, and company-paid life insurance
• Paid time off begins day one.
• Additional benefits: pet insurance, maternity/paternity leave, employee assistance programs, discount programs, tuition reimbursement program, and more!

What you’ll do as a Director of Operations Designate:

• Participate in the development of overall business planning and supply chain planning strategies and develop explicit goals and strategies closely linked to the overall business planning and supply chain process.
• Coordinate with Corporate Operations Support staff on strategies to improve service levels and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Provide leadership for the Transportation and Warehouse departments.
• Communicate the status of activities and results on an ongoing basis. Ensure all affected location and functional interests are represented and addressed; develop/recommend alterations to procedures and best practices where warranted.
• Understand, articulate, and execute all QA criterion set forth in supply chain processes.
• This position has additional duties. Special projects may be assigned at the position supervisor's discretion.

Qualifications you’ll bring as a Director of Operations Designate:

• Have at least 5 years of experience in all facets of the foodservice distribution Industry, preferably in the QSR sector.
• Accounting, planning, and analytical experience is required.
• Preferred experience with Manhattan, AS/400 systems, JDE, EXCEL, Microsoft Word, and Access programs; XATA, PeopleNet or similar programs.
• Have a detailed understanding of financial statements and resulting cost implications.
• Be able to identify financial issues and provide cost effective solutions.
• Be able to use IT systems to generate and evaluate key performance data.
• Have experience with multi-shift, 6- to 7-day operations.
• Have management experience with large DC and driver workforces (200+).
• Ability to cultivate and manage relationships with customers (100+, comprising 1,000-2,000 stores) and maintain high visibility with major customers, co-ops, and corporate customers.
• This position requires the ability to read, write, and understand English at a level sufficient to perform job-related tasks effectively and safely. This includes understanding work instructions, safety protocols, and communications essential to the role. The requirement is directly related to the nature of the job and ensures compliance with workplace safety and operational standards.

Fit the following? We want you here!

• Teamwork oriented
• Organized
• Detailed

Our roadmap. Our story.

We’ve been forging our path as a leader in the distribution industry since 1894. Building an expansive nationwide network of team members for 130+ years has allowed us to stay agile for our clients across the restaurant, retail, and e-commerce industries. We look to the future and are ready to continue making industry-defining moves by embracing the newest technology into our practices, continuing team member training, and emphasizing our people-centered culture.

Candidates may be subject to a background check and drug screen, in accordance with applicable laws.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.