Director of Bakery and Warehouse
hace 12 días
Auburn
Job Description Director of Bakery & Warehouse Position Summary The Director of Bakery & Warehouse is responsible for the strategic leadership, operational performance, and overall management of the company’s bakery production and warehouse distribution functions. This position provides direct leadership to the Bakery Manager and Warehouse Manager, ensuring alignment across production, distribution, logistics, and store service needs. The Director is accountable for driving efficiency, product quality, safety, and cost control across all areas. Organizational Structure Reports To: Senior Operations Leadership · Direct Reports: · Bakery Manager · Warehouse Manager · Indirect Oversight: · Bakery Production Associates · Bakery Delivery Drivers · Warehouse Pickers and Receiving Staff · Class A Delivery Drivers Key Responsibilities - Bakery Operations · Provide leadership and oversight of bakery manufacturing operations producing donuts and fresh baked goods nightly. · Ensure consistent product quality, freshness, and adherence to company standards. · Oversee production planning and execution to meet strict nightly delivery timelines. · Monitor production efficiency, labor utilization, and ingredient control to minimize waste and cost. · Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and regulatory requirements. · Partner with the Bakery Manager to drive continuous improvement and team development. Key Responsibilities - Bakery Distribution · Oversee bakery delivery operations to ensure accurate and on-time delivery to all stores. · Provide direction on route optimization, scheduling, and delivery performance. · Ensure proper oversight of bakery drivers, including safety, training, and accountability. Key Responsibilities - Warehouse Operations · Lead warehouse operations including receiving, inventory management, order picking, and distribution. · Oversee inventory control processes including rotation, shrink management, and accuracy. · Partner with the Warehouse Manager to optimize layout, workflow, and productivity. Key Responsibilities - Transportation & Logistics · Oversee Class A drivers responsible for delivering grocery products to stores. · Ensure compliance with DOT regulations and company safety standards. · Monitor routing, delivery schedules, and service levels to stores. Leadership & Team Development · Lead and develop the Bakery Manager and Warehouse Manager to ensure strong execution. · Establish clear expectations, performance standards, and accountability. · Foster a culture of safety, quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement. Safety & Compliance · Ensure compliance with food safety regulations, OSHA standards, and company policies. · Maintain a safe working environment across bakery, warehouse, and transportation operations. · Promote a safety-first culture across all teams. Qualifications · Bachelor’s degree in Operations, Supply Chain, Business, or related field (preferred). · 5+ years of leadership experience in food production, warehouse, distribution, or logistics. · Experience managing multi-functional teams including production, warehouse, and transportation. · Strong understanding of food safety standards and warehouse operations. · Experience with routing, logistics, and fleet management. · Proven ability to lead managers. · Strong financial and operational acumen. · Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. Company DescriptionSonbyrne Sales, Inc. is the convenience store division of Byrne Dairy. Since 1933, Byrne Dairy has been providing area families with fresh dairy products. We have grown from delivering to a few local homes to serving schools and colleges, hospitals, restaurants and convenience stores, and independent supermarkets and chains. The Byrne Dairy name has become familiar and is welcomed by millions of people. We are passionate about making a positive impact on the communities we’re a part of and passionate about the quality of our product. No matter what capacity they serve, everyone at Byrne Dairy is dedicated to customer service, honesty, learning and producing a quality product. We have 83 convenience stores throughout Upstate New York and are continually growing. If you have the experience we need and you would like to sell an old fashioned brand, we want to talk with you!Sonbyrne Sales, Inc. is the convenience store division of Byrne Dairy. Since 1933, Byrne Dairy has been providing area families with fresh dairy products. We have grown from delivering to a few local homes to serving schools and colleges, hospitals, restaurants and convenience stores, and independent supermarkets and chains. The Byrne Dairy name has become familiar and is welcomed by millions of people.\r\n\r\nWe are passionate about making a positive impact on the communities we’re a part of and passionate about the quality of our product.\r\n\r\nNo matter what capacity they serve, everyone at Byrne Dairy is dedicated to customer service, honesty, learning and producing a quality product. We have 83 convenience stores throughout Upstate New York and are continually growing. If you have the experience we need and you would like to sell an old fashioned brand, we want to talk with you!