Area Delivery Manager

Area Delivery ManagerReporting to the Delivery Director, this role will lead the execution of the Delivery operations to become Faster, Stronger and Better. As an Area Delivery Manager you will drive activities to achieve cost targets and improve performance in the areas of service, efficiency, safety and capability. You will maintain positive employee relations while driving significant change. The Area Delivery Manager will oversee delivery in 2 sales/Go-To-Market (GTM) locations within an assigned geography and will manage between 5-10 Delivery Team Leads who manage our frontline Drivers. You will partner with key stakeholders in various functions such as GTM, Sales and Warehouse to ensure local sites execute against delivery performance indicators such as, As Delivered as Scheduled (ADAS), Haul backs, Two-For-One, total OT hours, direct labor cost per case, and DOT Compliance.ResponsibilitiesProvide leadership to Delivery Team Leads and Delivery Drivers with varying job responsibilities including logistics, distribution and customer service through effective cross functional communicationBuild and maintain strategic partnerships with customers and drive customer satisfaction through superior service and executionEnsure the team delivers volume and revenue results while managing costsDriving key performance indicators including; As Delivered as Scheduled (ADAS), Haul backs, Two-For-One, total OT hours, direct labor cost per case, and DOT Compliance.Direct and Support all delivery activities within a specific geographic area to deliver against operating and AOP commitments to the company.Identify and coordinate improvements in delivery operations within specific geographic area of division to meet cost objectives and performance standards.Evaluate local personnel capabilities, skills and resource alignment to ensure performance against objectives.Identify day-to-day operational issues and develop strategic solutions to drive towards short and long term performance goals.Establish clear performance and behavioral expectations for all employees, builds people capability through effective employee relations, hiring, training and communication for front-line hourly and salaried personnel.Support GTM escalations to resolve service issues.Provide input into customer service, ensures locations meet expectations.Compensation and Benefits:The expected compensation range for this position is between $106,400 - $178,100.Location, confirmed job-related skills, experience, and education will be considered in setting actual starting salary. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process.Bonus based on performance and eligibility target payout is 12% of annual salary paid out annually.Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement.In addition to salary, PepsiCo offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees and their families, subject to elections and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health, and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life), Defined Contribution Retirement Plan.QualificationsBachelor's degree (preferably in Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations Management, or similar field) or equivalent experience required3+ years of delivery, logistics and/or transportation experience, preferably within the CPG industry in a DSD environment3+ years of leadership experienceStrong analytical skills and demonstrated proficiency making data-driven decisions.Demonstrated progressive leadership in safety & DOT complianceStrong influence management and communication skills, ability to gain organizational buy-in at all levels of an organizationStrong leadership skills with the ability to get results through coaching, providing feedback, mentoring others, and lead a team-based approach to decision makingProven track record as an "agent of change", with the ability to move quickly and bring a sense of urgency to the businessA team player and strong relationship builder, both internally and externally cross collaborating between departments, to achieve the necessary leadership and management initiativesAbility to work a flexible schedule including early morning and some weekendsMust be willing and able to lift 40 lbs. periodicallyProficient in Microsoft Suite applicationsThis position is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United StatesWilling and able to travel within their defined geography on a regular basisMust have a valid driver's licenseSafe driving record strongly preferred