General Manager

Pacific Seafood; Renton (WA); On-site; USD 168,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Product purchase program

Job summary

Pacific Seafood is seeking a General Manager to oversee fresh food distribution operations in Renton. You will lead Sales and Purchasing, coordinate with Warehouse and Transportation, and drive productivity, quality, and safety across the branch.

The role requires a four-year degree, travel up to 25%, and a decade of related experience. You will manage budgets, develop plans, and represent the company in the local community while maintaining Pacific Seafood's Diamond Philosophy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from four-year College or university.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams) proficiency.
• Must be able to travel up to 25% of the time.
• 10 Years’ Experience in Related Field.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the distribution operations team.
• Oversee sales and purchasing focus.
• Manage expenses and budgeting for the branch.
• Implement strategies to meet KPIs and growth.
• Collaborate with internal departments and regulatory bodies.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams)

AS400 Knowledge

Cube Knowledge

Job description

General Manager

Department: Distribution Admin

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Renton

Compensation: $168,000 - $200,000 / year

Description

At Pacific Seafood, we do more than just provide the world with the healthiest proteins on the planet. We are a family-owned, excellence-driven organization committed to being the brand of choice in the marketplace and the employer of choice in the community. We believe in servant leadership, investing in our team members’ personal and professional growth, and rewarding performance. We live by the core values of our Diamond Philosophy: Teamwork, Productivity, Quality, and Excellence—which means consistently doing your best and always striving to do better.

Summary: The General Manager will manage all aspects of fresh food distribution functions on a daily basis to ensure smooth operations. Responsible for assisting in the direction and management of all distribution operations, focus will be primarily in Sales and Purchasing, working to improve on day-to-day operations with Warehouse and Transportation.

Key Responsibilities

1. Team Leadership
   • Be a role model in projecting and applying The Pacific Seafood Diamond Philosophy (Productivity, Quality, Excellence and Teamwork) at all times.
   • Develop talent in support of a culture that is energized, engaged, and highly motivated to deliver highest levels of productivity and quality. Ensure implementation of team building and succession planning programs and foster a culture aligned to the values and mission of Pacific Seafood.
   • Foster a working environment that encourages highly satisfied team members with a low turnover rate.
   • Coordinate branch activities with other internal company departments and establish effective working relationships with external regulatory agencies and community businesses.
   • Represent Pacific Seafood in the local community as an active, contributing member of the community.
2. Business Administration
   • Direct operational efforts in the most efficient manner possible for our sustainable resources and by appropriate utilization of equipment and personnel.
   • Strive to continuously improve operations with respect to best practices and effective use of technology for productivity, food quality, team member safety, inventory levels and management of operating expenses.
   • Develop and manage an operating plan developed by you and your team that meets or exceed your business unit objectives. Determine strategies and tactics for achieving financial objectives, presenting assumptions and recommending objectives.
   • Implement employment policies and guidelines in alignment with Pacific Seafood policies to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal employment regulations.
3. Financial Management
   • Management of all branch expenses including capital expenditures and annual planning, meeting all budgeted requirements.
   • Develop business plans and budgets for the efficient use of materials, machines and team members; establish metrics, review and analyze activities, costs, operations, and forecasted data to determine department or division progress toward the organization’s stated goals and objectives.
4. Strategic Growth
   • Develop a deep understanding of the Pacific Seafood strategic plan, business model and the multiple vertically integrated business units; collaborate and align with cross-functional teams to plan and implement the business strategies.
   • Meet or exceed business unit KPIs and execute growth plans to achieve net income objectives through effective leadership of others.
   • Oversee fundamental sales processes and implement improvement to provide business development, customer requirements, and market growth

Additional responsibilities may be assigned as deemed necessary to support the overall goals and objectives of the position.

What you bring to Pacific Seafood

Education and Experience

• Required
  • Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year College or university
  • Valid Driver’s License
  • Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams)
  • Must be able to travel up to 25% of the time
  • 10 Years’ Experience in Related Field
• Preferred
  • Management experience in 2 of the 3 following areas: Sales, Purchasing and or Operations
  • Cube Knowledge
  • AS400 Knowledge

  Physical Requirements

  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the team member:

  • Must be available to work Monday–Friday during regular working hours, with occasional weekend duties.
  • Ability to maintain a stationary position 80% of the time, with intermittent walking, standing, bending, reaching, and/or crawling.
  • Ability to move and transport documents, equipment, or other items weighing up to 50 pounds across various locations for different team members, departments, and events.
  • Capable of occasional travel as required by duties, demonstrating efficiency and effectiveness in diverse locations.
  • Capable of operating a computer and other office productivity machinery, including a calculator, copy machine, and printer.
  • Capable of frequently communicating with team members and stakeholders, accurately conveying detailed or important spoken instructions.
  • Capable of perceiving visuals for activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures, transcribing, viewing a computer screen, and engaging in extensive reading.

  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

  Working Conditions

  The working environment characteristics described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the team member is exposed to:

  • Traditional office environment
  • Standard office equipment (computers, printers, phones, etc.)
  • Well-illuminated environment
  • Quiet to moderate noise level
  • Occasional travel via car or plane to regional facilities, events, etc.
  • Occasional subtle and mild scents related to the production facility
  • Occasional access to warehouse facility

  Benefits

  Total Compensation

  At Pacific Seafood your base wage is only a portion of your overall compensation package. We invest in our Team Members through a comprehensive and attractive total rewards package, including but not limited to:

  • Health insurance benefits options, including medical, prescription, vision, dental, basic group life and short term disability.
  • Flexible spending accounts for health flex and dependent care expenses
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan options with generous annual company profit sharing match
  • Paid time off for all regular FT team members, to include sick days, holiday pay, vacation, and personal time
  • Employee Assistance Program- Confidential professional counseling, financial, and legal assistance provided at no charge to Team Members and immediate family members
  • Product purchase program

  Pacific Seafood is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.