DIN TAI FUNG RESTAURANTS
Job Title: Senior Distribution Manager
Compensation: $140,000 - $160,000 Annual Salary
The base salary or hourly wage range for this role will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to prior experience, relevant expertise, current business needs, and market factors. Range is not inclusive of potential bonus or benefits. Your recruiter can share more information about the salary range and other factors during the hiring process.
Location: Hybrid, Din Tai Fung - Corporate Office in Arcadia, California
About Us:
Din Tai Fung is a Chinese restaurant specializing in Xiao Long Bao, or steamed soup dumplings, each made by hand with our "Golden Ratio" of 18 folds. Originally founded in Taiwan as a cooking oil retail business in 1958, Din Tai Fung was reborn as a dumpling and noodle restaurant in 1972. Since its founding, Din Tai Fung has become world-renowned for its quality, standardization, and service. It currently has over 170 locations worldwide, including 13 US locations in California, Washington, Oregon, and Nevada. Revealed in 2023, our Company's Purpose is "Bring people together to inspire appreciation of culture" and our Company's Mission is "To set the standard in quality and consistency. To honor tradition and embrace progress. To take care of our team, our guests and our communities.
Benefits and Perks:
Competitive Pay & Benefits
Employer Contribution for individuals and eligible dependents' medical insurance
Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Commuter Spending Accounts
401(k) Plan with company match
Employee Assistance Program
Discounts through BenefitHub
Wellness & Health Reimbursements
Employee Meal Discounts
Opportunities for growth; we love promoting within!
About the Role:
The Sr. Distribution Manager will be responsible for overseeing the performance of Din Tai Fung's external distribution centers and logistics throughout the network. As part of a Supply Chain team, the Sr. Distribution Manager will play a key role in executing our overall goal of ensuring that stores receive high-quality products that meet internal specifications, delivered on-time and accurately, and charged at the right price. This position will report to the SVP of Supply Chain.
Responsibilities:
Manage and monitor inventory levels at broadline distribution centers to ensure a consistent supply of products for our restaurants.
Host regular business reviews with our distribution partners to review service levels, align future planning, and identify continuous improvement opportunities.
On-board and standardize new distribution centers to support future markets and growth.
Act as an intermediary between distribution centers and suppliers to help facilitate a speedy resolution to any shortages or delays on inbound purchase orders.
Establish the most efficient and competitive route-to-market for both existing and new markets.
Implement and manage systems for tracking distribution KPIs, including order fill rate, on-time delivery, damages, and quality-related issues.
Collaborate with the procurement team to manage supplier contracts and validate distributor invoice pricing accuracy.
Provide proactive communication to internal teams around out-of-stocks, substitutions, price changes, or updates to produce specifications.
Provide detailed volume forecasts to distributors to proactively account for changes in demand due to seasonality, menu changes, and new restaurant openings.
Streamline distribution operations in all territories (CA, NW, East Coast)
Support the logistics and distribution of DTF's internal manufacturing operation to help optimize transportation efficiency and reduce freight costs.
Partner with the sourcing team to identify and negotiate direct sourcing opportunities.
Key Competencies: Resourcefulness, Drives Engagement, Manages Ambiguity, Managers Complexity, Optimized Work Process
Job Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field.
5-7 years of experience in food service distribution
Strong computer skills, specifically in Microsoft Office suite. Experience using third party supply chain technology platforms is preferred.
Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, and experience managing relationships with a network of external vendors.
Project management experience is preferred.
Must be able to work both independently and as part of a team.
NOTE: This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying the position. Employees will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor.
Din Tai Fung is an E-Verify and Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Fair Chance Initiative. Din Tai Fung is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer – M/F/D/V
Applicant must be 18 years of age or older and able to provide documentation to work in the United States legally.
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