Regional Director of Operations

Quirch Foods; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Quirch Foods is seeking a highly experienced Director of Operations to lead strategic initiatives within our dynamic organization. This role will oversee supply chain management, logistics, and team development to enhance operational performance and drive efficiency. Ideal candidates will bring over a decade of experience in operations management, particularly in the food distribution sector, along with a strong educational background and relevant certifications. Join us in delivering high-quality food products to clients across the U.S. and beyond.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental

401K savings plan

Paid holidays and personal time off

Employee discounts

Opportunities for professional growth and development

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience in operations management.
• Strong experience in food safety standards and distribution logistics.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement operational strategy aligned with company goals.
• Oversee supply chain to ensure timely and quality delivery of products.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for seamless operations.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or Business Administration

Master’s degree (preferred)

Certifications in logistics or supply chain management (e.g., APICS, Six Sigma)

Tools

Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems

Job description

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Key Responsibilities:Strategic Leadership:Develop and implement the operational strategy aligned with the company’s overall goals and objectives.Lead, mentor, and develop the operations team, fostering a culture of high performance, accountability, and continuous improvement.Drive innovation in operations to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and increase customer satisfaction.Supply Chain Management:Oversee all aspects of the supply chain, from procurement to delivery, ensuring that food products are delivered on time, in full, and within quality standards.Manage supplier relationships and negotiate contracts to ensure favorable terms and consistency in supply.Ensure compliance with all food safety, regulatory, and environmental standards.Logistics & Distribution Oversight:Lead the logistics and transportation teams to optimize national distribution networks, ensuring on-time delivery and cost-effective transportation solutions.Implement data-driven strategies to manage fleet operations, warehouse facilities, and distribution points across the country.Operational Excellence & Process Improvement:Continuously evaluate and optimize operational workflows to drive cost reductions and operational efficiencies.Foster a culture of operational excellence through the implementation of Lean, Six Sigma, and other best practices.Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor operational performance and initiate corrective actions when necessary.Budget & Financial Management:Develop and manage the operations budget, ensuring cost controls are in place and that the department operates within financial targets.Analyze financial reports to identify areas for improvement and create cost-saving initiatives.Developing and managing Budgets, P&Ls and key performance indicatorsCross-functional Collaboration:Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Customer Service teams to ensure seamless communication between departments and alignment on client expectations.Work closely with IT to enhance systems and processes that drive operational performance and integrate advanced technology into the supply chain.Compliance & Risk Management:Ensure all operations comply with local, state, and federal regulations, including food safety, health and safety standards, and environmental guidelines.Develop and manage risk mitigation strategies to minimize disruptions in the supply chain and ensure business continuity.Qualifications:Education:Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).Certifications in logistics or supply chain management (e.g., APICS, Six Sigma) are highly desired.Experience:10+ years of progressive experience in operations management, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role, preferably in the food distribution or related industry.Proven track record of successfully managing large-scale, complex operations across multiple regions.Strong experience with food safety standards, inventory management, and distribution logistics.Skills & Abilities:Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with a data-driven approach to decision-making.Ability to manage competing priorities and drive projects to completion in a fast-paced environment.Expertise in warehouse management systems (WMS), enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, and other operational software.Physical Requirements:Ability to travel as needed to oversee operations at various distribution centers and facilities.Benefits you will enjoy:Comprehensive benefits package that includes: Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug Plan, Disability Plan, Life insurance Plan401K savings PlanPaid HolidaysPersonal Time offEmployee DiscountsOpportunity for professional growth and developmentQuirch Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. All applicants must be eligible to work in the United States.About UsWe are Quirch Foods. Our Passion is your Joy.We are one of the largest distributors of food products in the U.S., Latin America, and the Caribbean, with a customer list that includes independent and chain supermarkets, foodservice distributors, processors and manufacturers, cruise lines, and restaurants.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Services

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