Director of Logistics & Warehouse - Bronco Wine : Job Details

JOB STATEMENT: The Director of Logistics and Warehouse Operations leads the strategic planning, coordination, and execution of all logistics, distribution, and warehouse operations across the organization. This role ensures timely, cost-effective, and compliant delivery of goods, with an emphasis on safety, efficiency, sustainability, and regulatory adherence in California.

Essential FUNCTIONS:

Logistics Strategy & Operations

• Develop and implement logistics and warehouse strategies aligned with corporate objectives and California transportation regulations.
• Oversee inbound and outbound transportation, 3PL vendor relationships, and distribution center performance.
• Ensure fleet operations comply with California DOT, CARB (California Air Resources Board), and EPA standards.

Warehouse Management

• Lead day-to-day warehouse operations including receiving, inventory management, order fulfillment, and shipping.
• Implement best-in-class WMS (Warehouse Management System) and continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma).
• Manage capacity planning, labor utilization, and space optimization.

Leadership & Team Development

• Recruit, lead, and mentor logistics, warehouse, and transportation teams.
• Create training programs for warehouse safety, forklift certification, and California OSHA compliance
• Drive a culture of accountability, safety, and performance excellence.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with Cal/OSHA, EPA, DOT, MFSCA and other relevant state and federal regulations.
• Develop and enforce policies and procedures for inventory control, returns, and loss prevention.

Budgeting & Reporting

• Develop and manage departmental budgets, cost-saving initiatives, and KPIs.
• Monitor and report on logistics performance metrics, delivery timelines, inventory turnover, and shrinkage rates.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business, Logistics, or related field.
• Minimum 8–10 years of experience in logistics and warehouse management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of California-specific transportation, labor, and safety regulations.
• Proven success in managing multi-site logistics or high-volume distribution centers.
• Experience with ERP/WMS systems and Microsoft Office Suite.

Key Competencies:

• Strategic thinking and operational execution
• Leadership and talent development
• Analytical and data-driven decision-making
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration
• Change management and continuous improvement mindset

Preferred Skills:

• Master's degree or MBA.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) highly desirable.
• Experience with sustainability programs and California environmental standards.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally and operate in warehouse and office environments.
• Must be able to travel within California up to 25% of the time to Southern California, 75% time in Northern California (Ceres).

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Limited noise level
• Indoor climate

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:

• Side shield safety glasses, safety vest, head/ear protection and proper footwear when in production facility