Director of Operations - Pinnacle Recruitment : Job Details

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established and growing food manufacturing company known for delivering high-quality products to retailers and consumers across the U.S. With a commitment to innovation, operational excellence, and customer satisfaction, they are seeking a results-driven Director of Operations to lead their supply chain and transportation functions.

About the Role

The Director of Operations will be responsible for overseeing end-to-end supply chain operations, including procurement, inventory management, production planning, and transportation logistics. This is a critical leadership role that ensures the efficient, cost-effective, and timely delivery of products while maintaining high standards of quality, compliance, and service.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and optimize all aspects of the supply chain including sourcing, procurement, inventory, production scheduling, warehousing, and distribution
• Oversee transportation strategy, including freight management, carrier negotiations, and delivery performance
• Partner closely with production, quality assurance, and sales to ensure alignment between operations and customer needs
• Implement and monitor KPIs to drive operational efficiency, cost control, and service level improvements
• Develop and lead initiatives for process improvement, automation, and scalability across the supply chain
• Manage vendor and supplier relationships, ensuring quality standards, cost control, and contract compliance
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory, food safety, and quality standards
• Build and mentor a high-performing team focused on accountability, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration
• Contribute to strategic planning and budgeting processes in alignment with company goals

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience in supply chain and operations, preferably in the food or CPG manufacturing industry
• Proven leadership experience managing multi-site logistics, transportation, and supply chain operations
• Strong understanding of ERP systems, demand planning tools, and transportation management systems (TMS)
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and driving continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma a plus)
• Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, or related field (MBA preferred)

Why Join?

• Join a dynamic and growing company in the food manufacturing sector
• Highly visible leadership role with direct impact on company success
• Collaborative and forward-thinking culture
• Competitive compensation and benefits package