Site Operations Leader, Woodside DSD

Site Operations Leader, Woodside DSDLocation:NY, USSegment:OperationsRich's, also known as Rich Products Corporation, is a family-owned food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities. Our products are used in homes, restaurants and bakeries around the world. Working in 100 locations globally, with annual sales exceeding $4 billion, Rich's is a global leader with a focus on everything that family makes possible.ResponsibilitiesManages a $10 million P&L and facility located in Queens serving over 300 DSD customers.Responsible for maintaining the plant's equipment, buildings, facilities, capital plan, and people strategy.Owns the strategic plan for the plant and associated sales goals.Collaborates with the sales function and the CBU to rapidly grow our TCCS business.Provide strong leadership and direction to Route Sales Supervisors to grow YOY sales and cost-effectiveness in all aspects of DSD operations for the NYC territory.Provide direction for sales, marketing, merchandising, and customer service to our existing accounts within your assigned territory.Serve as a member of the divisional leadership team.Operationally interfaces with distribution partners, 3PL's, and ESO partners to ensure performance and service expectations.Responsible for supervising all aspects of plant operations, ensuring the secure, sanitary, cost-effective, and efficient transformation of raw materials into finished products.Manage successful recruitment, training, and coaching to retain strong Route Sales Representatives.Optimize and add routes in assigned territories. Oversee merchandising and rollouts to new customers.Work closely with operations sales team members and manufacturing to provide sales, marketing, and merchandising information.Develop relationships and work closely with the CS&L team and outside distribution to ensure optimal product flow and inventory.Work with the National Asset Manager to effectively manage and maintain fleet trucks and freezers within the assigned territory.Build and maintain positive, productive relationships with chain operations personnel.Utilize and analyze data to formulate action plans to optimize resources to achieve or exceed revenue goals.Prepare and present proposals for improving distribution, space, sales, and service.Assist in the forecasting and rollout of new items, holiday products, and everyday business.Ensure all products are sold into all accounts and that pricing strategies are implemented accurately.Develops, implements and communicates short-term and mid-term business plans for operations.Mentors and motivates associates, providing training and development to optimize their performance.Knowledge, Skills, and ExperienceHigh School/GED required (Preferred BA/BS degree in Business, Supply Chain Operations, Food Science, Engineering or related field).5 years of supervisory experience in a food-processing, pharmaceutical or chemical manufacturing organization.Working knowledge of FDA regulations, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), sanitation processes/procedures and HACCP.Demonstrated understanding of production scheduling and other production variables.Demonstrated knowledge of efficient and safe manufacturing operations.Demonstrated ability to direct, coach, and train associates.Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.Demonstrated ability to formulate and understand complex mathematical equations.Proficient using Excel or other spreadsheet software.Physical RequirementsDrive while adhering to traffic laws and DOT regulations.Maintain DOT medical certification.Extended periods of standing and sitting daily.Regularly enter and exit Company vehicle daily.Lifting not to exceed 55 pounds.Frequent bending, twisting, turning, squatting, and kneeling while moving and merchandising product.Frequent exposure to outdoor weather conditions.Company provided uniform and safety shoes required.Able to maintain alertness and work long hours that typically start in the early AM.This position interacts with all internal customers as well as with WHQ Functions including Safety, Engineering, R&D, QA, Finance, and Customer Logistics customers. External customers include hundreds of businesses within the greater NYC area.CompensationIn accordance with state law, the rate or range provided is Rich Products Corporation's reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount may be higher or lower, based on non-discriminatory factors.Annual Range/Hourly Rate:$110,160.00-$165,240.00Rich Products Corporation is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-02-16