Breakthru Beverage Group

Vice President, Operations

Breakthru Beverage Group$180K — $195K *
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in business administration or operations management required; MBA preferred.
  • Extensive operations management experience with proven leadership success.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Proven ability to lead and motivate diverse teams.
  • Familiarity with process improvement methodologies like Lean or Six Sigma is advantageous.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement operational strategies aligned with CDI's business objectives.
  • Oversee daily operations across multiple shifts and teams for efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Establish policies and procedures to enhance operational performance.
  • Monitor KPIs to evaluate success and identify improvement opportunities.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing operations team.
  • Identify and implement productivity enhancements using data-driven decisions.
  • Ensure compliance with safety protocols and industry regulations.

Benefits

  • Flexible full-time hours with some weekend work.
  • Opportunity to lead multiple teams across day and night shifts.
  • Engagement in high-level strategic planning and execution.
  • Focus on continuous improvement and innovation in operations.
  • Chance to communicate directly with executive leadership regarding operational performance.
Full Job Description
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Job Description Summary:
The purpose of this position is to oversee the day-to-day operations, ensuring that business processes are efficient, effective, and aligned with CDI's strategic goals. The position manages a team that works Monday - Friday, including some Saturdays and Sunday's, and oversee's 3 shifts per day, including day shift and a night shift.

Job Description:

Strategic Planning and Execution:
  • Develop and implement operational strategies that align with the CDI's overall business objectives.
  • Collaborate with other executives to set long-term goals and objectives.

Operational Management:
  • Oversee the daily operations of the company, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness. This includes a day warehouse, receiving, distribution and night warehouse teams.
  • Develop and implement policies and procedures to improve operational performance.
  • Ensure warehouse is clean and safe.
  • Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess operational success and identify areas for improvement.

Leadership and Team Management:
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing operations team.
  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.
  • Ensure effective communication and collaboration across departments.
  • Ensure all new hires and temporary staff are fully trained

Financial Oversight:
  • Develop and manage the operations budget, ensuring cost-effectiveness and resource optimization.
  • Analyze financial data to identify trends and opportunities for cost savings.

Process Improvement:
  • Identify and implement process improvements to enhance productivity and efficiency.
  • Utilize data and analytics to drive decision-making and operational improvements.

Risk Management:
  • Identify potential risks to operations and develop mitigation strategies.
  • Implement and follow all safety protocols.
  • Ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards.

Customer Focus:
  • Ensure that operations are aligned with customer needs and expectations.
  • Work closely with sales and customer service teams to enhance customer satisfaction.


Technology and Innovation:
  • Leverage technology to improve operational processes and outcomes.
  • Stay informed about industry trends and innovations that could impact operations.
  • Strong knowledge of Roadnet, Delivery Now and Samsara.

Supply Chain and Logistics:
  • Oversee supply chain and logistics operations to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of products and services.
  • Develop strategies to optimize inventory management and distribution.

Reporting and Communication:
  • Provide regular reports to the executive team on operational performance and progress toward goals.
  • Communicate operational strategies and initiatives to stakeholders.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in business administration, operations management, or a related field (MBA or advanced degree preferred).
  • Extensive experience in operations management, with a proven track record of success in a leadership role.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to lead and motivate a diverse team.
  • Experience with process improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma) is a plus.


PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the associate may be required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The associate frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, and climb or balance, get into a truck and use of stairs. The associate must be able lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job the associate is regularly exposed normal business office environment and is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions. The ability to share workspace, travel by car or train, dress in proper business attire, attend evening meetings and meet deadlines are all requirements of this position. Associate is often required to be in the market and may require exposure to inclement weather.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

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.

180k - 195k annual

About Breakthru Beverage Group

Breakthru Beverage Group is a leading North American beverage distributor. The company was formed in 2016 through the merger of two family-owned distributors, Wirtz Beverage Group and Charmer Sunbelt Group. Breakthru Beverage Group operates in 14 states across the US and in Canada, and has a portfolio of over 7,000 brands, including wine, spirits, and beer. The company is committed to sustainability and has implemented several initiatives to reduce its environmental impact, such as using hybrid vehicles in its fleet and implementing energy-efficient lighting in its warehouses.
Learn more about Breakthru Beverage Group
Size
7,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$100 million
Founded
2016
5 Year Trend
+5%
Revenue
$5 billion

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