What You Need To Know

Open your future to incredible career potential. Work for an industry-leader who invests in their people. Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits is North America’s preeminent wine and spirits distributor, as well as a family-owned, privately held company with a 50 year legacy of success. We were named by Newsweek as a Most Loved Workplace and are included on the Forbes lists for Largest Private Companies and Best Employers for Diversity.

As a full-time employee, you can choose from a full menu of our Top Shelf Benefits, including comprehensive medical and prescription drug coverage, dental and vision plans, tax-saving Flexible Spending Accounts, disability coverage, life insurance plans, and a 401(k) plan. We also offer tuition reimbursement, a wellness program, parental leave, vacation accrual, paid sick leave, and more.

At Southern Glazer’s, you’ll enjoy an environment where continuous learning and growth are supported and experience a culture where you are respected, and your voice is heard. If you’re looking to fill your glass with opportunity, come join our FAMILY.

Overview

The Operations Director I is responsible for providing overall leadership for all aspects of an assigned facility to include warehousing, transportation, finance, and administration.

Primary Responsibilities

• Coordinate, manage and monitor the workings of various departments in the organization
• Review financial statements and data and utilize data to improve profitability
• Prepare and control operational budgets
• Control total inventory management by ensuring the compliance of receiving and inventory control procedures; Develop/recommend alterations to procedures and best practices as warranted
• Plan effective strategies for the financial wellbeing of the company
• Improve processes and policies in support of organizational goals
• Monitor adherence to rules, regulations, and procedures
• Coordinate and monitor the work of various departments involved in production, warehousing, pricing and distribution of goods

Additional Primary Responsibilities

• Monitor warehouse performance and implement improvements
• Manage quality and quantity of employee productivity
• Manage maintenance of equipment and machinery
• Monitor, manage and improve the efficiency of support services
• Assist in the development of strategic plans for operational activity
• Implement and manage operational plans
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor s Degree and 7 years of experience or equivalent education and related experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong organization, multi-tasking, and time management skills
• Valid state motor vehicle operator s license and the ability to obtain and maintain auto-liability insurance in accordance with state laws
• Experience in wholesale or operational management or other related industries
• Demonstrated knowledge of SAP system or similar system

Physical Demands

• Physical demands with activity or condition for a considerable amount of time include sitting and typing/keyboarding using a computer (e.g., keyboard, mouse, and monitor) or adding machine
• Physical demands with activity or condition may include occasional to rare amount of time include walking, bending, reaching, standing, and stooping
• May require occasional lifting/lowering, pushing, carrying, or pulling up to 15lbs

EEO Statement

Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits, an Affirmative Action/EEO employer, prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits provides competitive compensation based on estimated performance level consistent with the past relevant experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and education of employees. Unless otherwise expressly stated, any pay ranges posted here are estimates from outside of Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits and do not reflect Southern Glazer's pay bands or ranges.