Distribution Supervisor, DTC

Peet's Coffee Inc.; Alameda (CA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Full medical, dental and vision

Paid vacation

Employee discount

Growth opportunities

Coffee and baked goods

Job summary

Peet’s Coffee Inc. is seeking a Distribution Supervisor for DTC operations at the Alameda Roasting Plant in California.

The role oversees e-commerce fulfillment, staff scheduling, and safety compliance, driving performance and cost control in a fast-paced warehouse environment. Applicants should have 5+ years in logistics supervision, experience with warehouse management systems (preferably D365), and a proven track record in continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of supervisory experience in logistics or distribution.
• Strong knowledge of e-commerce/retail supply chains and KPI-driven operations.
• Experience with WMS and continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma) desired.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily work and safety of Leads, order selectors, and forklift operators in e-commerce warehousing.
• Oversee fulfillment to meet or exceed warehouse KPIs and coordinate with cross-functional teams.
• Lead safety programs, incident investigations, and adherence to HAACP/food-safety protocols.
• Schedule shifts, control labor costs, and steward assets and budget.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Logistics knowledge

Lean Six Sigma

Microsoft Office

Warehouse management systems

Tools

D365

Warehouse tools

Job description

Our purpose at Peet’s Coffee is the pursuit of better, better coffee, for people and the planet. Our ambition is to become the chosen brand for coffee lovers around the world, and we know earning that place means an uncompromising focus on quality, craft, and authenticity.As part of Keurig Dr Pepper and JDE Peet’s, the world’s leading pureplay coffee company, Peet’s is growing as a global coffee brand anchored by a clear set of values that reflect who we are today and where we’re going. We Dare to Amaze, Own It, Make It Simple, and Win Together challenging ourselves every day to do better than the day before.We've learned that the secret to great coffee is the people who make it, and we apply the same care in selecting and preparing our teams as we do when crafting the perfect cup.The Distribution Supervisor, DTC (Direct-To-Consumer) is accountable for the safe, efficient, and effective delivery of high-quality logistics services for their channel including, but not limited to the supervision of order planning, replenishment, order processing/building, staging, and shipping activities. The Supervisor is a tactical, forward planning, open-minded thinker who continuously works to develop and improve channel operations by striving to deliver best-practice management of people and warehousing solutions. Reporting to the Director of Distribution, this role will supervise e-commerce operations from the Peet’s Alameda Roasting Plant. This is a full-time, non-exempt position.What You Will Do:Manage the daily work and safety of team Leads, Load Planners, Order Selectors, and Forklift Operators within e-Commerce operations and ensure fulfillment levels meet or exceed warehouse KPIs; Supervise team performance issues or any other issues requiring improvementOversee e-commerce operations, working in collaboration with Sales Operations, Procurement, e-Commerce Fulfillment, Alameda Operations, & Tracy DC Operations to meet daily and weekly demandEmbed continuous improvement within the e-Commerce Fulfillment team and drive for Operational Excellence using stretch goals and key performance indicators (KPI) to monitor progressCoordinate efforts with Safety Team to aid in training, conducting associate safety behavior observations, updating preferred work methods, conducting accident investigations to determine root cause, and conducting routine safety inspections; Make recommendations for disciplinary action and/or behavior modification where requiredProactively minimize risk to team members to reduce frequency and rate of injury; Report and investigate all safety hazards, near-misses, and other incidents thoroughlyPerform duties related to hiring/staff selection, training of new associates, development/cross-training of associates, discipline, performance reviews, and/or terminationMaintain positive associate relations through regular department or pre-shift meetings; Maintain ongoing interaction; keep open communication channels with associates by answering questions and explaining policies and procedures; monitor associate morale and submit ideas/act on ideas to improve associate survey responses (i.e. work environment ratings)Utilize the interpersonal skills necessary to effectively lead and gain involvement of team members and ensure individual and team levels of performance exceeding goals and expectationsIn conjunction with the Director of Distribution, develop and maintain succession plans for all areas of responsibility to ensure sustainable performance for future yearsSupervise shift labor hours, resources, and consumable supplies accurately and effectively using company tools (rosters, daily planners, electronic systems); Prepare work schedules, including extra workdays and shifts, as appropriateManage all expenses – including Labor cost KPIs - in line with budgetSupervise the proper utilization of Company assets in support of the warehouse; coordinate required repairs with appropriate departments, as needed. Maintain allocated assetsReview warehouse functions daily; maintain various warehouse productivity reporting; Suggest ideas to promote efficiency, cost reduction, etc. and assist with the implementation of changes within the warehouse.Leverage JDE Peet’s Manufacturing Operating System Tools to eliminate Losses to root cause.Participate in a Manufacturing Operating System Pillar and qualify in execution of loss elimination toolsPrepare and present KPI reports with relevant commentary to Director of DistributionInterpret, train others in, and consistently enforce all required Company policies and proceduresConduct daily audits of e-commerce program area(s), ensuring all housekeeping, safety, and equipment protocols are followed, including HAACP, food safety, and inventory protocols. Ensure inventory stored in e-commerce program area(s) is correctly inventoried and stored.Assist with monitoring sanitation and facility/racking damage to ensure a safe and clean warehouseComply with all required local, state, and federal regulatory agency standards (i.e. OSHA, AIB, FDA, USDA, etc).Clearly outline end-of-day activities and prepare program area(s) for the transition to night operations; communicate all pertinent information to following shiftDevelop effective working relationships with key stakeholdersWho You Are:Minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience in Logistics / Distribution pick-pack environments, or 3-5 years of experience in e-commerce Logistics / Distribution FMCG or Retail industryAbility to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedural manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general publicExperience within a Drop/Ship operation with multiple e-Commerce Customers (i.e. Amazon.com, Wal-Mart.com, Costco.com, etc.) preferred.Professional qualifications in logistics and/or management desirableLeadership and team building skills, including effective communication, engagement, performance review, setting clear expectations, delivering feedback and inspiring resultsStrategic and lateral thinker, capable of planning for current and future needs/requirementsAble to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; Capable of teaching and generating results while enhancing the work environmentAble to successfully engage and lead individual and team discussions and meetingsCapable of working with peers and associates from other departments and shifts in a proactive and constructive mannerAble to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Able to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.Knowledgeable in continuous improvement methodologies (i.e. lean, six-sigma); green or black belt certified a plus; Experience in Issue Resolution and Incident Investigation· Self-motivated and goal-oriented; able to work effectively under pressure with high-energy, and proactive style; brings well developed sense of urgency to all Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) required; Experience using warehouse management systems (D365 preferable) is highly desirableDue to the changing operational demands and seasonal peaks of a retail business, there may be a need for you to work outside of standard operating hours, which may include work on weekends and public holidaysAbility to apply all relevant policies in a consistent, timely, and objective mannerMust be able to lift, carry, push, pull up to 30 pounds at a timeMust be physically capable of sitting for long periods of time in an open and creative office environmentMust be physically capable of walking and standing for long periods on surfaces not necessarily friendly to the legs and backWhat Benefits do Peetniks Receive?At Peet's we hire the best people and are committed to supporting our employees and rewarding them for their work. That's one of the reasons we offer the following benefits:401(k) plan, with generous matchingFull medical, dental and vision insurancePaid vacationFree coffee and fresh baked goods as well as an employee discountOpportunities for growth and advancementThe target hourly base salary range for this position is $35-38. The actual salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include, as applicable, the applicant’s qualifications for the position; years of relevant experience; specific and unique skills; level of education attained; certifications or other professional licenses held; other legitimate, non-discriminatory business factors specific to the position; and the geographic location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will perform the job. Individuals employed in this position may also be eligible to earn bonuses. Peet’s offers a generous benefits package to full-time employees, which includes comprehensive health, dental and vision plans; a superior 401(k) plan, various paid time off programs; employee discount/perks; life insurance; disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; and an employee referral bonus program.