Logistics & Distribution Leader

Restaurant Depot is the nation’s leading members-only, wholesale cash-and-carry supplier serving independent restaurants, caterers, delis, convenience stores, & other food service businesses across 165+ locations in 35 states. Our facilities handle high-volume distribution of food, beverage, & equipment products to support the operational needs of small businesses. We are committed to efficiency, accuracy, & operational excellence across our supply chain. As we continue to grow, we are seeking an experienced Logistics & Distribution Leader to oversee domestic & international transportation, distribution center operations, corporate inventory control, & financial performance across our logistics network. Position Summary The Logistics & Distribution Leader is responsible for overseeing domestic & international freight operations, company-owned & third-party distribution centers, & corporate inventory control. This role maintains full profit & loss (P&L) accountability across these functions, driving operational efficiency, cost optimization, inventory accuracy, & consistent service performance throughout the supply chain. The ideal candidate is a strategic, financially disciplined leader with extensive experience in logistics, distribution, & operational management. This individual should demonstrate strong financial acumen, analytical capabilities, & a proven ability to develop high-performing teams, manage complex budgets, & translate operational strategies into measurable financial results. Key Responsibilities Domestic & International Logistics Management Oversee domestic & international freight operations to ensure reliable, cost-effective, & on-time product delivery Manage transportation budgets, forecasting, freight expenditures, & P&L performance across all serviced locations Develop & maintain relationships with carriers, freight forwarders, customs brokers, & transportation providers Lead carrier negotiations, freight RFP processes, routing strategies, & service agreements to optimize transportation costs Oversee international container movements, ocean freight, drayage, port operations, & customs compliance Analyze transportation costs by lane, carrier, & shipment to identify opportunities for freight optimization Evaluate vendor-managed transportation against internally managed freight models to identify cost‑saving opportunities Distribution Center Operations & Inventory Control Direct operational & financial performance across company-owned & third‑party distribution centers Oversee distribution center budgets, capital expenditures, cost‑per‑case metrics, throughput, & labor productivity Monitor operational KPIs to ensure efficient warehouse performance, inventory accuracy, & on‑time/in-full delivery Manage third‑party logistics (3PL) relationships, service agreements, cost reconciliations, & contractual performance standards Oversee corporate inventory control processes, including cycle counts, inventory reconciliations, shrink reduction, & claims resolution Ensure compliance with company policies, safety requirements, inventory procedures, & operational standards Partner with distribution center leadership to resolve operational challenges & implement process improvements Financial Management & Performance Optimization Maintain full P&L accountability for transportation, distribution center operations, & corporate inventory control Develop annual operating budgets, financial forecasts, cost models, & capital expenditure justifications Analyze monthly financial results, budget variances, & operational performance to identify risks & improvement opportunities Monitor key financial metrics, including cost per shipment, cost per case, transportation expenses, inventory shrink, & operating margins Develop business cases & return on investment (ROI) analyses to support strategic initiatives & capital investments Establish financial controls, reporting processes, & accountability measures to improve cost management Present financial performance, operational trends, & strategic recommendations to senior leadership Lead, mentor, & develop logistics, distribution, & inventory control teams to drive accountability & operational excellence Oversee recruitment, workforce planning, training, & employee development across assigned functions Establish performance expectations, measurable KPIs, & accountability standards for operational leadership Identify opportunities to improve logistics processes, technology, reporting, & overall supply chain efficiency Lead the evaluation & implementation of systems designed to improve operational visibility, accuracy, & productivity Collaborate with Procurement, Buying, Finance, Operations, & regional leadership to align supply chain performance with business objectives Promote a culture of continuous improvement, financial accountability, & cross‑functional collaboration Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field Minimum 5 years of progressive leadership experience in logistics, supply chain, distribution, or operations finance Demonstrated experience managing distribution center operations, transportation networks, & complex supply chain functions Proven experience with direct P&L ownership, budget development, financial forecasting, & cost management Strong understanding of domestic & international freight operations, carrier negotiations, & transportation cost optimization Experience developing financial models, analyzing budget variances, & evaluating operational KPIs Proven ability to recruit, lead, & develop high‑performing teams across multiple functions or locations Strong analytical, strategic planning, negotiation, & problem‑solving skills Excellent communication, organizational, & cross‑functional leadership capabilities Ability to manage competing priorities & drive measurable financial & operational results Competitive salary commensurate with experience 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match Paid Time Off (PTO) in accordance with company policy Six (6) Paid Company Holidays Tuition Reimbursement Program, subject to eligibility & plan guidelines Additional Voluntary Supplemental Benefits, which may include life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance programs, & other optional benefits Competitive & Comprehensive Benefits Package Designed to Support You & Your Family #J-18808-Ljbffr