Senior Director, Field Market Operations (West & Central)

The Senior Director of Field Market Operations (West & Central) is a pivotal leadership role responsible for driving operational excellence, standardization and performance across markets in our West and Central Regions. This position owns the execution of a consistent, scalable operating model across distribution centers, with direct accountability for improving cost per case, labor productivity, service performance and safety outcomes. This role follows a flexible hybrid work model, with two days per week in the office and three days remote. The position may be based out of any Breakthru Beverage office located in the West or Central Region. Job Responsibilities Drive Warehouse Standardization and Improvement: Develops and implements standardized tools, processes and methodologies for enhancing safety, quality, and warehousing productivity; standardize material handling, inventory management, slotting, and shrink reduction; redefine current processes to improve service and reduce costs. Drive Transportation Standardization and Productivity Improvement: Establish and monitor key performance indicators for fleet utilization and productivity; develop and implement optimal routing solutions to provide consistent delivery experiences, while yielding planned savings with full market reroutes and efficient shuttle operations to cross docks; redefine current processes to improve service and reduce costs. Relationship and Leadership: Serve as a trusted partner to Market EVPs and Operations leaders, driving alignment to enterprise priorities while holding teams accountable to performance expectations; execute routine visits to the Distribution Centers in the Region to ensure strong foundation of operational knowledge and implementation of SOPs; execute standards, build capabilities, and instill a continuous improvement philosophy with dedicated action plans in local markets to drive high levels of performance and execution; Assist in selection and training of Operations Leadership and development of personnel at subordinate levels; identify performance risks, surface gaps, and drive cross‑functional alignment to resolve systemic operational issues impacting service, cost, or productivity. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in a related field and/or equivalent training and work experience. Minimum of 8 years’ experience at a large distributor or manufacturing company with its own sizeable distribution and logistics footprint, likely DSD. Experience with leadership roles in supply chain management/logistic services as well as distribution/transportation, and customer facing experience. Travel of up to 75% required. Champion for change and transformation in Operations. Demonstrated ability to develop relationships with multiple markets and manage others to a high level of performance. Demonstrated ability to execute and deliver budgeted results while maintaining safety, quality and exceptional service. Ability to function well in a high‑paced and at times stressful environment. Customer service focused leader, able to foster a team culture of customer responsiveness and continuous improvement. Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree in a related field. Proven experience and deep understanding of the beverage alcohol or food service distribution industry, including its unique operational and market dynamics. Demonstrated success in leading supply chain operations across multiple locations, with a focus on driving efficiency, standardization, and high‑performance outcomes. Physical Requirements While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to remain in a stationary position at times; communicate, and operate a computer and telephone. Competencies Leads large, complex initiatives with enterprise impact. Anticipates significant organizational challenges. Makes high‑impact decisions within strategic objectives. Recognized thought leader influencing senior stakeholders. This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of this position, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks and duties. Responsibilities, tasks, and duties of individual jobholders may vary from the above description. Salary Range: $160,000.00 - $217,000.00. This position is eligible to participate in a bonus program. Participants may receive health care benefits, life insurance, time off benefits, and participation in the Company’s 401(k) plan. Breakthru Beverage Group is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO is the Law poster is available here. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sunbelt Beverage Company, LLC