Distribution Manager - Foodservice Analytics (Hybrid)

Kahala Brands, Ltd.; Scottsdale (AZ); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health savings account

Life insurance

Short-term disability insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Kahala Brands, Ltd. in Scottsdale, AZ seeks a Distribution Manager to join the headquarters team. The role focuses on distribution liaison, cross-functional collaboration, and data-driven decision making to optimize franchise distribution networks.

Ideal candidates will have advanced Excel skills, strong analytics, and experience in foodservice. The position supports hybrid work arrangements and requires coordinating with franchisees, suppliers and DCs.

Qualifications

• Advanced Excel skills.
• Word, Power Point and Microsoft Office skills.
• Full service or QSR experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent judgement in identifying and escalating issues.

Responsibilities

• Act as distribution liaison to franchisees, brand teams, area developers, purchasing and suppliers.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including R&D, Project Management and Purchasing.
• Manage daily distribution opportunities with foodservice distributors and suppliers.
• Generate reporting and analyzes usage, pricing, depletion and compliance.
• Monitors and maintains order guides and special order guides for brands/DCs.
• Executes accurate and on time Limited Time Offers with foodservice distributors.
• Supports Purchasing during supplier transitions and new item launches.
• Coordinates foodservice distribution services for new locations in new markets.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Analytical skills

Microsoft Office

Foodservice experience

Project management

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

MS Office

Job description

Kahala Brands, Ltd. in Scottsdale, AZ seeks a Distribution Manager to join the headquarters team. The role focuses on distribution liaison, cross-functional collaboration, and data-driven decision making to optimize franchise distribution networks.

Ideal candidates will have advanced Excel skills, strong analytics, and experience in foodservice. The position supports hybrid work arrangements and requires coordinating with franchisees, suppliers and DCs.