Operations Executive

We are looking for a highly skilled Director of Operations to oversee all facets of our multi-site food-grade and temperature-controlled distribution centers.

The Director of Operations will be responsible for providing strategic direction and management in critical areas such as food safety standards, operational excellence, financial performance, customer engagement, and the development of future leaders within the organization.

About ID Logistics:

ID Logistics is a forward-thinking leader in the global third-party logistics sector. With our global headquarters located in France and our US operations based in Pennsylvania, we have been committed to delivering exceptional logistics solutions since our inception in 2001.

We proudly serve our clients with a comprehensive suite of services that includes warehousing, distribution, temperature-controlled logistics, contract packaging, transportation, and e-commerce fulfillment. Our dedicated team of over 4,000 professionals manages an extensive network of distribution and packaging facilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership to general managers across multiple facilities.
• Ensure compliance with safety and food-grade standards in production, storage, and distribution.
• Assess operational performance and establish both short-term and long-term objectives to meet organizational goals.
• Oversee all aspects of warehousing, distribution, packaging, and transportation to fulfill company and customer requirements while prioritizing employee safety.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, service quality, and operational effectiveness.
• Implement programs to safeguard associates, equipment, and property.
• Ensure adherence to all company, customer, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate effectively with sales teams, general managers, customers, and stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Logistics, Industrial Engineering, or a related field is preferred.
• Experience managing fiscal responsibilities including budgeting and cost control.
• Demonstrated success in leading multiple facilities at a director level.
• OSHA certification and knowledge of regulatory compliance are essential.
• Experience in Lean/Six Sigma methodologies; certification is a plus.
• AIB certification is desirable.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% of the time.
• Strong background in customer service.
• A minimum of 10 years of operational leadership experience in a high-volume, fast-paced food-grade 3PL environment.
• Extensive knowledge of temperature-controlled warehousing operations, including packaging and consumer packaged goods distribution.
• Experience with a leading provider of temperature-controlled logistics services.
• Exceptional organizational and continuous improvement skills.
• Flexibility to support operations around the clock as needed.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient problem-solving abilities.
• A broad range of leadership skills, particularly in operational management, safety, and team motivation.
• Ability to provide constructive feedback to team members to foster growth and productivity.
• Experience with performance management systems and safety reporting is required.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401K plan with competitive matching.
• Eligibility for performance-based bonuses.
• Generous vacation and sick leave policies.
• A culture that prioritizes safety.

ID Logistics is committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status.