Distribution Manager

Sodexo

Seattle, WA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Career Counseling, Catering Services, Change Management, Consumer Packaged Goods, Customer Experience, Distribution Management, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Facilities Management, Food Services, Identify Issues, Leadership, Legal, Mentoring, Metrics, Military, Operations, Operations Management, People Management, Performance Metrics, Procedure Implementation, Process Improvement, Project/Program Management, Set Goals, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Warehousing
LOCATION
Seattle, WA
POSTED
11 days ago
**Role Overview** **Drive Operational Excellence as a Distribution Manager with Sodexo!** Sodexo is seeking a **Distribution Manager** (Operations Manager) to join our InReach team in Seattle, WA. This is a senior operational leadership role overseeing vending and warehouse management functions within a growing corporate account. You will set the standard for process excellence, manage a tenured team through change, and ensure all moving parts of the operation are running efficiently. If you are a systems thinker with strong people management skills and a track record of building high-functioning operations, we want to hear from you. **Flexible and Supportive Work Environment** **Mentoring, Coaching and Career Development Programs** **Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs** **401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions** **Paid Time Off and Company Holidays** **Career Growth Opportunities within Sodexo** **What You'll Do** + Oversee the daily operations of the vending and warehouse management teams, ensuring coverage and accountability across all functions + Provide strategic and hands-on leadership, stepping in to fill gaps as operational needs demand + Drive KPI performance by defining clear objectives, tracking metrics, and holding teams to measurable outcomes + Lead change management initiatives, establishing and maintaining SOPs that support a tenured, high-performing team + Manage workflow to ensure full operational coverage and alignment across warehouse and vending functions + Serve as a field execution resource, partnering directly with operations to troubleshoot and optimize processes **What We Offer** Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include: + Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs + 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions + Paid Time Off and Company Holidays + Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire. **What You Bring** + Demonstrated experience in operations or distribution management, preferably within vending, CPG, foodservice, or a comparable route-based operation + Strong people management background, including experience leading tenured or unionized teams through organizational change + Process-oriented mindset with hands-on experience developing and implementing SOPs + KPI-driven approach with the ability to set goals, analyze results, and execute improvement plans + Project management skills and the ability to assess shifting priorities and redirect resources effectively + A collaborative leadership style with the ability to influence without direct authority across functions **Who We Are** At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide. Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you're happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please completethis form (https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/dbdf3c39f65e4cd49eda84cc599389ab) . **Qualifications & Requirements** Minimum Education Requirement: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience Minimum Functional Experience: 3 years **Location** _US-WA-Seattle_ **System ID** _988639_ **Category** _General Management_ **Employment Status** _Full-Time_ _Exempt_ **Posted Range** _$89250 to $115500_ **Company : Segment Desc** _CONVENIENCE SOLUTIONS_ _On-Site_

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