Sr. Distribution Manager

Clover Sonoma; Petaluma (CA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

A sustainable dairy company in Petaluma, California, is searching for a Sr. Distribution Manager to lead its distribution and warehouse teams. This key role focuses on achieving operational excellence, mentoring staff, and driving performance through KPIs. Candidates should have at least 8 years of management experience in distribution, coupled with a strong knowledge of ERP systems and warehouse practices. Competitive salary of $135,000 - $155,000 offered along with a commitment to sustainability and community welfare.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of distribution management experience required.
• Extensive knowledge of pick-to-order practices essential.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the distribution network and drive performance.
• Champion safety and improve operational processes.
• Mentor and develop team members.

Skills

Distribution management leadership

Pick-to-order warehouse practices

ERP systems proficiency

Excellent communication skills

Time and project management

Budgeting and P&L management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics or Supply Chain Management

Master's degree

Tools

SAP

Google Office Products

Job description

Ready for a significant challenge in Operations and Distribution? We’re seeking a highly dynamic leader with a proven track record of success in leading union teams and a proactive, action-oriented approach. If this resonates with you, keep reading!

As the Sr. Distribution Manager, you will be the strategic visionary and driving force behind Clover’s distribution and warehouse teams. You will provide senior-level leadership and oversight to ensure consistent achievement of all daily, weekly, and monthly Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), setting the absolute standard for operational excellence. Your leadership will be pivotal in maintaining high performance and expertly navigating challenges, directly shaping the future of our operations. This key role reports to the Sr. Director of Operations.

As a purpose-driven, certified B corporation, Clover is leading the way for conscious businesses by demonstrating care for all stakeholders and moving the world forward. We are committed to lowering our environmental impact and meeting our sustainability targets, by providing kids and adults with healthy, nutritious, and delicious products that are made with care for animals, people, and the planet.

Salary Range: $135,000 – $155,000 annually

A Day in the Life

• Strategic Leadership: Direct and own the success of our distribution network, driving performance in key areas like:
  • On-Time, In-Full (OTIF): Ensure seamless and accurate delivery to our valued customers.
  • Efficiency: Maximize Order Selecting and Inventory Management performance.
  • Safety First: Champion a continuous improvement culture for staff safety, driving down incident rates.
  • Accuracy: Maintain world-class warehouse staff and inventory accuracy.
• Operational Excellence: Be the go-to leader for system, process, and product problem-solving. You will drive root cause analysis, implement sustainable solutions, and proactively identify cost savings and greater efficiencies across the department.
• Team Development & Mentorship: Provide high-level administrative supervision, mentorship, and strategic guidance to your team, including the Transportation Supervisor. You will coach, counsel, and develop employees, fostering an environment where focused effort on picking and inventory management thrives.
• Technology & Systems Mastery: Develop, improve, and oversee all Distribution functionalities within our ERP systems, including Order Selection, Routing, and Inventory Control. Lead the development and ongoing oversight of robust Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Compliance & Investment: Support and lead initiatives to meet stringent compliance standards (e.g., SQF). Take the lead on executing the CAPEX/Investment plan for the Warehouse and Distribution.
• Fleet & Facilities Oversight: Partner with the Transportation Supervisor on efficient and cost-effective Fleet Maintenance. Oversee all warehouse sanitation, housekeeping, timecards, approvals, inventory, and waste management.
• Customer Advocacy: Lead critical communication with the Sales Operations Team, ensuring the highest level of service to our customers.

Role Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years of distribution management leadership experience with a proven track record of successful leadership in a distribution environment
• Extensive working knowledge of pick-to-order warehouse practices is essential.
• Advanced experience working with ERP systems and shop floor handhelds. (SAP preferred)
• Good working knowledge of Customer Service, Logistics, Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) experience.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, including presenting to senior leadership.
• Time management, project management, and strategic problem-solving skills.
• Experience with Google Office Products, Word, Excel, & PowerPoint.
• Experience in refrigerated distribution and logistics (preferred).
• Comprehensive Knowledge of DOT regulations and compliance.
• Extensive Budgeting and P&L Management Experience for a distribution/warehouse operation.

What you Bring to the Team

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field; a Master’s degree is a plus.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies – desired, but not required.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus, but is not required.

About Clover Sonoma

Based in Petaluma, California, in the heart of beautiful Sonoma County, Clover Sonoma offers high quality dairy sourced from its network of local family farms. A pioneer in sustainable dairy farming Clover has the largest organic acreage of regeneratively farmed land in the state and is committed to reducing its carbon footprint by lowering on-farm methane emissions, regenerative farming practices focused on soil health and packaging innovation. The first dairy in the US to become American Humane certified across all of its farms, Clover has delivered on its promise of producing the highest-quality dairy products — including milk, cheese, butter, and more — for more than a century. As a Certified B Corporation® Clover gives back 5% of net profits to help make nutritious food more accessible and uses its business as a power for good across its support for people, farms, animals, community and planet. For more information, please visit www.cloversonoma.com and join the conversation on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, and YouTube.

Please direct all job-related inquiries to [e-mail], as we cannot accommodate phone inquiries. We are not working with outside agencies or recruiters at this time.

Clover Sonoma is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and we value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to these factors.