Director of Produce/Floral Operations

The Director of Produce/Floral Operations will oversee departmental strategy, P&L, merchandising programs, supplier relations, procurement, and quality assurance across a multi-warehouse wholesale grocery distribution network.

Requirements

• Develops overall annual departmental strategy and directs category strategy creation
• Works collaboratively with the Marketing and Sales teams to develop proprietary brands
• Leads supplier relationship management
• Maximizes value of relationship with Topco Associates, LLC
• Plans and coordinates Produce Merchandising Shows
• Supervises the implementation of 'Special Spot Buys'
• Partners with Sales and retail customers to deepen engagement
• Strategically manage supply and supplier spend
• Operates a market-leading quality assurance program
• Manages the operations of the Ripening Room program
• Owns the Procure to Pay process for Produce & Floral
• Demonstrates servant leadership by coaching and developing staff
• Accountable for managing outcomes and implementing corrective actions
• Responsible for supervising the activities of Category Managers, Buyers, and Quality Control Inspectors

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401k Matching
• Retirement Plan
• Visa Sponsorship
• Four Day Work Week
• Generous Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Relocation Assistance