About this opportunity
Jetro Restaurant Depot lists this Supply Chain Director opportunity in queens village, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Restaurant Depot is the nation’s leading members-only, wholesale cash-and-carry supplier serving independent restaurants, caterers, delis, convenience stores, & other foodservice businesses across 165+ locations in 35 states. Our facilities handle high-volume distribution of food, beverage, & equipment products to support the operational needs of small businesses. We are committed to efficiency, accuracy, & operational excellence across our supply chain. As we continue to grow, we are seeking an experienced Supply Chain Director to lead domestic & international logistics, distribution center operations, corporate inventory control, & financial performance across our supply chain network.
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Position Summary
The Supply Chain Director provides strategic, operational, & financial leadership across domestic & international transportation, company-owned & third-party distribution centers, & corporate inventory control. This role maintains full profit & loss (P&L) accountability across assigned functions, driving cost optimization, operational efficiency, inventory accuracy, & consistent service performance throughout the supply chain.
The ideal candidate is a strategic, financially disciplined leader with extensive experience in supply chain management, logistics, distribution, & operational leadership. This individual brings strong financial acumen, analytical capabilities, & a proven ability to develop high-performing teams, manage complex budgets, & translate supply chain strategies into measurable operational & financial results.
Key Responsibilities
Domestic & International Logistics Management
Direct domestic & international freight operations to ensure reliable, cost-effective, & on-time product delivery
Own transportation budgets, financial forecasting, freight expenditures, & P&L performance across all serviced locations
Develop & maintain strategic relationships with carriers, freight forwarders, customs brokers, & transportation providers
Lead carrier negotiations, freight RFP processes, routing strategies, & service agreements to optimize transportation costs
Oversee international container movements, ocean freight, drayage, port operations, & customs compliance
Analyze transportation costs by lane, carrier, & shipment to identify opportunities for freight optimization
Evaluate vendor-managed transportation against internally managed freight models to identify cost-saving opportunities
Distribution Center Operations & Inventory Control
Direct operational & financial performance across company-owned & third-party distribution centers
Oversee distribution center budgets, capital expenditures, cost-per-case metrics, throughput, & labor productivity
Establish & monitor operational KPIs to ensure efficient warehouse performance, inventory accuracy, & on-time/in-full delivery
Manage third-party logistics (3PL) relationships, service agreements, cost reconciliations, & contractual performance standards
Direct corporate inventory control processes, including cycle counts, inventory reconciliations, shrink reduction, & claims resolution
Ensure compliance with company policies, safety requirements, inventory procedures, & operational standards
Provide leadership & direction to distribution center management teams to resolve operational challenges & implement process improvements
Financial Management & Supply Chain Optimization
Maintain full P&L accountability for transportation, distribution center operations, & corporate inventory control
Develop annual operating budgets, financial forecasts, cost models, & capital expenditure justifications
Analyze monthly financial results, budget variances, & operational performance to identify risks & improvement opportunities
Monitor key financial metrics, including cost per shipment, cost per case, transportation expenses, inventory shrink, & operating margins
Develop business cases & return on investment (ROI) analyses to support strategic supply chain initiatives & capital investments
Establish financial controls, reporting processes, & accountability measures to improve cost management
Present financial performance, operational trends, & strategic recommendations to senior leadership
Strategic Leadership & Continuous Improvement
Lead, mentor, & develop logistics, distribution, & inventory control leadership teams to drive accountability & operational excellence
Oversee recruitment, workforce planning, training, succession planning, & employee development across assigned functions
Establish performance expectations, measurable KPIs, & accountability standards across the supply chain network
Develop & execute supply chain strategies focused on cost reduction, operational efficiency, service performance, & scalability
Identify opportunities to improve supply chain processes, technology, reporting, & overall network efficiency
Lead the evaluation & implementation of systems designed to improve operational visibility, inventory accuracy, & productivity
Collaborate with Procurement, Buying, Finance, Operations, & regional leadership to align supply chain performance with business objectives
Promote a culture of continuous improvement, financial accountability, & cross-functional collaboration
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain xhqgsiq Management, Logistics, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field
Minimum 5 years of progressive management or leadership experience in supply chain, logistics, distribution, or operations
Demonstrated experience overseeing distribution center operations, transportation networks, & complex supply chain functions
Proven experience with direct P&L ownership, budget development, financial forecasting, & cost management
Strong understanding of domestic & international freight operations, carrier negotiations, & transportation cost optimization
Experience developing financial models, analyzing budget variances, & evaluating operational KPIs
Proven ability to recruit, lead, & develop high-performing teams across multiple functions or locations
Strong analytical, strategic planning, negotiation, & problem-solving skills
Excellent communication, organizational, & cross-functional leadership capabilities
Ability to manage competing priorities & drive measurable financial & operational results
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive salary commensurate with experience
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
Paid Time Off (PTO) in accordance with company policy
Six (6) Paid Company Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement Program (subject to eligibility & plan guidelines)
Additional Voluntary Supplemental Benefits (may include life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance programs & other optional benefits)
Competitive & Comprehensive Benefits Package Designed to Support You & Your Family
All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements & plan terms
For more information or immediate consideration, contact Samantha:
Worksite address
queens village, NY, 11429, US
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