GM, Food Distribution Center — Relocation Covered

Chick-fil-A South Edmonton Common; Litchfield Park (AZ); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Chick-fil-A Supply in the United States is seeking a General Manager to lead the launch and ongoing operations of a new distribution center in Litchfield Park, AZ. You will guide safety-first, cost-efficient processes and collaborate with senior leaders to meet the needs of Chick-fil-A Operators across the region.

The role requires a strategic thinker who can drive performance, manage people, budgets, and inventories, and implement an innovative playbook for future facilities, while upholding

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in distribution, manufacturing, or other relevant supply chain field management, including 3+ years in a leadership position.
• Strong aptitude to think critically, solve problems, and drive improvements in a professional and respectful manner.
• Understanding of production and inventory control theories and practices.
• Functional knowledge of designing, managing, and executing distribution center operations.
• Knowledge of general accounting practices and P&L.
• Demonstrated experience and success with process improvement and efficiency, including establishing and managing KPIs.
• Working knowledge of inbound logistics, warehousing, IT systems, and outbound logistics in the distribution industry.
• Knowledge of and ability to ensure compliance with general safety standards, quality specifications, and governmental requirements.
• Exceptional organization, attention to detail, and communication skills.
• Strong ability to negotiate and resolve conflict by navigating confrontational situations to ensure all parties are treated with honor, dignity, and respect.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Access; experience with ERP, WMS, and TMS solutions.
• Proficient communicating in English (reading, writing, and speaking) to safely follow verbal instructions, complete documentation and paperwork, and accurately read and interpret company communications.

Responsibilities

• Lead a food service distribution center operation with a safety mindset
• Act as a liaison, balancing the needs of the Operator with the capabilities of the operation
• Lead and engage a workforce with ownership of various functions within the building
• Design, implement, manage, and improve market distribution center operations
• Deliver high service levels to Operators and achieve KPIs
• Participate in the oversight of the P&L of the market distribution center operation
• Drive innovation in all areas of the market distribution center operations
• Support Chick-fil-A vision and strategy by building a culture that aligns with the Chick-fil-A Supply values of care, safety and excellence
• Complete other activities as deemed valuable by leadership

Skills

Leadership experience

Supply chain

P&L knowledge

KPIs

ERP/WMS/TMS

English proficiency

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

ERP

WMS

TMS

Job description

Chick-fil-A Supply in the United States is seeking a General Manager to lead the launch and ongoing operations of a new distribution center in Litchfield Park, AZ. You will guide safety-first, cost-efficient processes and collaborate with senior leaders to meet the needs of Chick-fil-A Operators across the region.

The role requires a strategic thinker who can drive performance, manage people, budgets, and inventories, and implement an innovative playbook for future facilities, while upholding