Distribution Manager

Bimbo Bakeries USA; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Bonus Eligibility

Comprehensive Benefits Package

401k & Company Match

On-the-Job Training with AdvancementOp

Job summary

Bimbo Bakeries USA in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is seeking a distribution leader to coach front-line Supervisors and drive on-time product deliveries. You will partner with Production, Sales, and 3PL vendors, track production data, and apply LEAN and 5S to optimize dock operations.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, 5+ years leading supply chain teams, and strong communication. College degree preferred; food-industry experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• College degree preferred.
• 5+ years of experience leading supply chain teams in a high-speed environment.
• Food industry experience is a plus.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for cross-functional teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Leadership to the Distribution department through coaching of front-line Supervisors.
• Ensures on-time delivery through partnership with Production, Sales, 3PL vendors and regional SCM team.
• Tracks and reports on production data to evaluate KPI performance.
• Drives Lean and 5S to optimize shipping dock and transportation operations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College degree (preferred)

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Have you ever enjoyed Arnold®, Brownberry® or Oroweat® bread? A Thomas’® English muffin or bagel? Or perhaps snacked on a Sara Lee®, Entenmann’s® or Marinela® cake or donut? If the answer is yes, then you know Bimbo Bakeries USA! More than 20,000 associates in bakeries, sales centers, offices and on sales routes work to ensure our consumers have the freshest products at every meal. In addition to competitive pay and benefits, we provide a safe and inclusive work environment that appreciates diversity, promotes development and allows our associates to be their authentic selves #LI-JV1 Come join the largest baking company in the world and our family of 20,000 associates nationwide!

Top Reasons to Work at Bimbo Bakeries USA:

• Salary Range: $89,900 - $116,900
• Annual Bonus Eligibility
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• 401k & Company Match
• On-the-Job Training with Advancement Opportunities

The posted salary range reflects the range the Company reasonably expects to pay for this position. Actual starting salary will be determined based on internal pay equity to promote consistency and fairness across comparable roles, while also considering the candidate’s relevant experience and qualifications.

Recipe For Success:

• Provides leadership to the Distribution department at our bakery through coaching and development of front-line Supervisors, driving a culture of safety, inclusion, engagement and accountability.
• Ensures on-time delivery of products through partnership with Production, Sales, 3PL vendors and regional Supply Chain Logistics team.
• Tracks and reports on production data to evaluate performance against department KPIs.
• Drives continuous improvement by ensuring that LEAN tools and 5S are practiced, identifying opportunities to optimize shipping dock and transportation operations.

Education and Work Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• College degree preferred.
• 5 + years of experience leading supply chain teams in a high-speed production environment including 3 years of leading front-line Supervisors.
• Food industry experience is a plus.
• Leadership skills with a focus on associate development and accountability.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work within cross-functional teams.
• Computer proficiency including Microsoft Office products and ERP/MRP systems.
• Experience with 5S and LEAN tools highly preferred.
• Knowledge of DOT, Federal and State regulations a plus.

#FeedYourLife The physical and mental demands described in each job posting are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of each job. Reasonable accommodations may be requested to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of each job. Bimbo Bakeries USA is an equal opportunity employer with a policy that provides equal employment opportunity for applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, any other classification protected by law. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.