General Manager, Distribution

1 week ago


St Louis, United States Chick-fil-A Supply LLC Full time

Overview: The General Manager (GM) will serve as the leader of supply chain operations at our Chick-fil-A Supply Distribution Center (DC) in Maryland Heights, Missouri. This individual, in collaboration with other leaders, will be responsible for executing safe and effective operations that meet the needs of the organization and its employees. This person will lead the workforce in distributing millions of cases of inventory annually to Chick-fil-A Operators throughout the United States. The GM will help drive the operations of the distribution center and will enable supply chain innovation unique to the food service industry. Most importantly, this person will lead in a way that supports Chick-fil-A’s vision and strategy while embodying the corporate purpose. This position requires a leader who can call upon a diverse range of skills and experiences to support overall operations. The role is highly interdependent with the other divisions of the distribution center and Chick-fil-A Supply Services, requiring the GM to foster relationships with a wide range of people to execute their responsibilities. The GM will work closely with Chick-fil-A Supply’s Senior Leadership Team (SLT) as well as DC leaders across the network to continually improve the operation’s performance, productivity, efficiency, and profitability through effective supply chain management methods and strategies. This calls for a dynamic leader who has a heart for service and compassion coupled with a mind for effectively supporting the management of the business. Furthermore, this role will be uniquely challenged with their participation in the stand-up of a brand-new DC and the testing and refinement of a new facility implementation playbook to assist in the stand-up of future facilities. About Chick-fil-A Supply: Chick-fil-A Supply, a wholly owned subsidiary of Chick-fil-A, Inc., is an innovative distribution service provider focused on understanding and meeting the unique needs of Chick-fil-A restaurants. Chick-fil-A Supply ensures restaurants have the food and products they need through a seamless delivery experience that extends Chick-fil-A's culture of care. For more information, visit cfa-supply.com. Benefits: On top of annual earnings, you will get an additional $22,000+ worth of benefits per year Food and Drinks Provided: Free meals, snacks, and drinks as part of your workday Generous Paid Time Off: PTO: Accrue up to 3 weeks of PTO your first year with immediate access to 40 hours upon hire Wellness: 16 hours per year Holidays: 7 days per year and 1 floating holiday Parental Leave: (4) Weeks for New Parent Bonding Leave, plus Short-Term Disability benefits (if applicable) Health Insurance Options: A variety of health insurance options for medical, dental and vision, including a no premium health insurance option for individuals and families Retirement: 401(k) with 5% match for eligible employees Education Investment Plan: We offer a $45,000 lifetime maximum benefit for continued education of eligible Team Members Additional benefits: to help you thrive in all areas of life, including emotional, social, physical, financial, and spiritual Responsibilities: General: 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 of ~50-75 people with specific ownership of and focus on various functions within the building Design, implement, manage, and improve market distribution center operations Deliver high service levels to Operators and achieve Key Performance Indicators (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 Relationship Management: Work closely with CFA Supply Senior Leadership Team, CFA Inc. Supply Chain, Operators, and various business partners to ensure optimal alignment and collaboration Demonstrate the ability to value both relationships and results and to put others above themselves Recruit, train and develop a strong team Minimum 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 Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in business, accounting, supply chain management or another relevant field Experience managing in a food distribution or food manufacturing environment Experience in a start-up environment Demonstrated success in operations and people leadership Experience with building and managing to budgets and general accounting practices Demonstrated ability to perform effective, short-term and long-term planning Minimum Years of Experience: 7 Travel Requirements: 10% Required Level of Education: High School Preferred Level of Education: Bachelor's Degree #J-18808-Ljbffr


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