Head of Retail Operations (Remote)

Perdue Foods has a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins by creating products for consumers and for retail and foodservice customers around the globe while changing the way animals are raised for food. It is part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we’re committed to helping our team members thrive. Lead a high performing operation that delivers quality products, operational excellence, and strong financial results. As a Director of Operations, you will oversee all aspects of a further processing facility, driving efficiency, optimizing performance, and ensuring customer expectations are consistently met or exceeded. You will guide and develop leadership teams, build a strong and capable workforce, and foster a culture focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement. This role is ideal for a strategic, results driven leader who excels at building teams, improving operations, and delivering sustainable business success.

Develops and executes business plans for areas of accountability with primary responsibilities focused on production, quality, maintenance, research & development and purchasing.

• Develop a strong, progressive management team to ensure growth of the business unit.
• Provides guidance to the management team in developing solutions and budgets for improving processes, maintaining facilities, and innovative problem solving.
• and enforcing ethical business practices.
• Ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements and promote a community image of the Company as the preferred place to work.
• Increases management’s effectiveness by recruiting, selecting, orienting, training, coaching, counseling, and disciplining managers; Ensures that product quality, service, and reliability meet or exceeds our customers’ expectations.
• PPMC branded products are the priority focus of growth.

Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree, or equivalent related work experience, in Business or Ag-Business.
• 10+ years related work experience.
• Requires knowledge of budget development and administration, report analysis, USDA and employment law.
• Must have a broad integrated knowledge of plant operations, sales, quality assurance, finance and human resources.
• Must be able to travel to remote facilities and/or offices for meetings.
• Further processing knowledge of pork, beef and poultry and a strong mechanical aptitude a plus.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Factors

• Exposure primarily consists of wet and moist floors which include metal and plastic grating surfaces.
• May be exposed to all chemicals used in poultry, food, and processing facility.
• Must wear and use protective and safety equipment required for the job as directed by the Company.

#All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.