NOW HIRING:
ABOUT
US:
Driscoll’s is
the World’s leading provider of fresh berries with operations in 19 countries
on 5 continents. For four
generations and over 100 years, the Driscoll’s brand has been trusted and
recognized for its superior quality. In the last 20 years Driscoll's
has experienced significant operational and market growth doubling in size
every five years. Headquartered in Watsonville, California Driscoll's has
operations in 18 countries on 5 continents. To fulfill their mission
to continually delight berry consumers, Driscoll’s naturally breeds proprietary
plant varieties that produce Only the Finest Berries® all over the world. .
ABOUT THE
JOB:
The Director
of Distribution is responsible for the planning and coordination of
enterprise-wide cooling and shipping in North and South America spanning across
50 seasonal operating locations. This is
achieved by creating strategic growth plans for geographic regions, developing
and implementing best practice processes across all locations, delivering
logistics support services, and leading efforts to identify and adopt
outstanding equipment and technology solutions for our distribution network.
This position will provide leadership to a team of
managers that operate key functions in support of the flow of products and information
from origin in the field to destination with the customer. It includes optimizing
cold chain quality while meeting customer service commitments; managing key
aspects of distribution center relationships including 3PL contracts, and achieving
continuous improvement of operating efficiencies.
The Director
of Distribution, and the group of direct report
managers, operates in a matrix organization structure. He/she will lead change and performance
across our 50 site network, in conjunction with Regional leadership teams that
operate and execute daily operations at each site. This
position may require up to 50% travel, both domestic and international, which
requires a valid California Driver’s License, eligibility for Company vehicle
insurance and the ability to travel unrestricted on international travel
assignments.
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Five (5)
plus years of Distribution leadership experience required; preferably in
perishable goods
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Bachelor’s
degree in business or related field is required, Master’s degree preferred
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Knowledge
of post-harvest handling of perishables in a multi-site distribution system is
greatly valued
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Demonstrated
success and a history of high performance accomplishments
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Experience
in managing a team of business professionals required, including experience
successfully directing, managing and motivating employees and building
effective teams.
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Familiarity
with U.S. and international customs rules and regulations
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Prior
experience operating in a matrix environment a plus
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Demonstrated
experience and success with Process Improvement initiatives
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Experience
managing and collaborating with multiple stakeholders
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Knowledge
of and experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems
required. Microsoft DAX platform
preferred
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Experience
identifying potential roadblocks and obstacles to organizational projects
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Travel
may be required (up to 50% domestic and international)
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Bilingual
(English/Spanish) fluency strongly preferred
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California driver’s license and the ability to be
covered under company-sponsored vehicle insurance program are also required.
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A valid passport and the ability to travel internationally
without restrictions are also required.
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Passionate, humble, and trustworthy values
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Ability to work with others at a high and
collaborative level
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Profit & Loss management
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Proficiency with computer software/programs (Excel,
Word, Outlook, Powerpoint, Access) required
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Excellent
communicator. Outstanding oral and
written skills, including presentation, are required
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Strong
analytical skills
GOOD TO KNOW:
Driscoll'svalues of Passion, Humility and Trustworthiness are core to the character
of the company and how employees work and interact with each other, their
customers, business partners and berry consumers. Driscoll's offers a
broad range of competitive compensation and benefits packages supportive of a
positive work/life balance including; healthcare benefits, 401K plans with
matching contributions, tuition reimbursements, leadership training and
wellness programs. Driscoll’s Philanthropy matches employee donations and
volunteer time to community projects and nonprofit organizations partnering
with over 90 employee led community action projects in 2012. Their unique
company culture fosters innovation, excellence and collaboration as they
continue to expand in others part of the world.
Christie
Bower, Sr. Recruiter
Driscoll’s
Talent Acquisition
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