Director, Regional Operations

Quirch Foods California, LLC.; Missouri; On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

401K savings plan

Job summary

Quirch Foods is seeking an accomplished Operations Leader to develop and execute our national supply chain and distribution strategy. You will mentor the operations team, drive continuous improvement, and ensure on-time, in-full delivery of food products.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration with Sales, Marketing, IT, and Compliance, along with budgeting, KPI management, and risk mitigation to maintain food-safety compliance and cost efficiency.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience in operations management, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven track record of managing large-scale, complex operations across multiple regions.
• Strong experience with food safety standards, inventory management, and distribution logistics.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the operational strategy aligned with company goals.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the operations team to high performance.
• Oversee supply chain from procurement to delivery ensuring on-time, in-full deliveries.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

ERP systems

WMS

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related

Master's degree preferred

APICS / Six Sigma certifications desired

Tools

ERP systems

WMS

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement the operational strategy aligned with the company's overall goals and objectives. Lead, mentor, and develop the operations team, fostering a culture of high performance, accountability, and continuous improvement. Drive innovation in operations to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and increase customer satisfaction.
• Supply Chain Management: Oversee all aspects of the supply chain, from procurement to delivery, ensuring that food products are delivered on time, in full, and within quality standards. Manage supplier relationships and negotiate contracts to ensure favorable terms and consistency in supply. Ensure compliance with all food safety, regulatory, and environmental standards.
• Logistics & Distribution Oversight: Lead the logistics and transportation teams to optimize national distribution networks, ensuring on-time delivery and cost-effective transportation solutions. Implement data-driven strategies to manage fleet operations, warehouse facilities, and distribution points across the country.
• Operational Excellence & Process Improvement: Continuously evaluate and optimize operational workflows to drive cost reductions and operational efficiencies. Foster a culture of operational excellence through the implementation of Lean, Six Sigma, and other best practices. Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor operational performance and initiate corrective actions when necessary.
• Budget & Financial Management: Develop and manage the operations budget, ensuring cost controls are in place and that the department operates within financial targets. Analyze financial reports to identify areas for improvement and create cost-saving initiatives. Developing and managing Budgets, P&Ls and key performance indicators
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Customer Service teams to ensure seamless communication between departments and alignment on client expectations. Work closely with IT to enhance systems and processes that drive operational performance and integrate advanced technology into the supply chain.
• Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure all operations comply with local, state, and federal regulations, including food safety, health and safety standards, and environmental guidelines. Develop and manage risk mitigation strategies to minimize disruptions in the supply chain and ensure business continuity.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field (Master's degree preferred). Certifications in logistics or supply chain management (e.g., APICS, Six Sigma) are highly desired.
• Experience: 10+ years of progressive experience in operations management, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role, preferably in the food distribution or related industry. Proven track record of successfully managing large-scale, complex operations across multiple regions. Strong experience with food safety standards, inventory management, and distribution logistics.
• Skills & Abilities: Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with a data-driven approach to decision-making. Ability to manage competing priorities and drive projects to completion in a fast-paced environment. Expertise in warehouse management systems (WMS), enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, and other operational software.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to travel as needed to oversee operations at various distribution centers and facilities.

Benefits you will enjoy

• Medical
• Dental
• Prescription Drug Plan
• Disability Plan
• Life insurance Plan
• 401K savings Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Personal Time off
• Employee Discounts
• Opportunity for professional growth and development

Quirch Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status.

All applicants must be eligible to work in the United States.

We are Quirch Foods. Our Passion is your Joy. We are one of the largest distributors of food products in the U.S., Latin America, and the Caribbean, with a customer list that includes independent and chain supermarkets, foodservice distributors, processors and manufacturers, cruise lines, and restaurants. With 55 years of solid history and experience, today we operate a fleet of just under 500 refrigerated trucks and over 2.3 million square feet of combined distribution space through 22 facilities in Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, Tennessee, Alabama, Louisiana, Illinois, Texas, Washington, Oregon, and Puerto Rico. Quirch Foods owns a portfolio of proprietary food brands and offers domestic and international logistics, cold chain services, marketing support, as well as advanced technological solutions to provide unmatched service to its customers. Our culture is one of Win/Win, not just for our customers but also for every team member. We take pride in our diverse workforce, and each team member takes part in the company's continuous growth.