Responsible for the senior operations leadership, fiscal planning and resource allocation for inbound and outbound warehouse operations, fleet services, facilities management (building, property, maintenance, security, sanitation), transportation (routing, delivery, logistics and backhaul management), and equipment maintenance.

This leader is a member of the OpCo senior leadership team, reporting to the Opco President, and is responsible for achieving performance metrics, expense management, and compliance with established safety standards and government regulations.

Analyzes facility size, storage, shipping and receiving capabilities, then plans proactively directs the business in order to facilitate future growth.

Leads compliance efforts with regard to requirements of local, state, federal and other regulatory agencies (i.e. OSHA, DOT, FDA, USDA, DOL, etc).

Leads and directs maintenance activities of the warehouse, fleet services, equipment, ammonia refrigeration system, HVAC systems, fire protection, and office, in an effort to reduce or eliminate injuries or accidents, damage/loss of product or equipment, and unnecessary added costs.

Develops and directs contingency protocols to avoid business disruption in emergency situations.

Partners collaboratively with Sales and Marketing to resolve any customer or delivery issues. Visits customers on-site to address issues and/or address service challenges.

Continuously improves operational strategies and processes based upon knowledge of the food distribution industry

Owns the budget development process, to include management and reporting of labor costs, materials, goods and services, capital investments, depreciation, maintenance and repair, and third party contracts.

Leads and directs all aspects of operational performance, adjusting activities to meet or exceed financial targets.

Actively supports other departments in the achievement of their financial and service goals.

Supports the Safety Manager in ensuring all Associates operate safely.  Ensures the facility is maintained for safety, and supports all safety related initiatives.

Performs other related duties as assigned.