National Distribution Manager

The National Distribution Manager plays a crucial role in overseeing daily activities related to centralized route creation for Restaurant Technologies' Oil Distribution. This leadership position is responsible for providing collaborative leadership and a clear strategic vision for the distribution department

Primary Job Accountabilities:

• Lead, coach, and develop the Route Planning and Analysts' team
• Focus on standardized and scalable processes, quality planning, performance, and execution
• Ability to assist and become an expert in route creation
• Develop processes and systems that optimize both customer satisfaction and route productivity
• Implement optimization script updates and continually tune internal routing processes for scale and efficiency
• Facilitate and prepare work schedules, including extra workdays and shifts, as needed to support route creations
• Develop and manage a nationwide safety stock process
• Assist in managing truck movements within the network
• Develop and manage metrics at the company, depot, route/router level to identify opportunities for improvement and drive business results
• Improve internal routing processes continuously and ensure correct deployment by the internal team
• Partner with Operations and Regional Management in developing and implementing a strategy for achieving oil distribution targets. Including but not limited to increasing PPWH, reducing out of oils, balancing schedules, optimizing truck configurations, plan vs. actual execution
• Manual reporting of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• As needed on call weekend support, nightly back up on Call Support
• Manage relationships with new leaders and implement training as needed within depot distribution leaders
• Build partnerships with key stakeholders to provide service in a more efficient manner
• Comfortable leading skip level meetings showcasing routing process with depot leaders and front-line employees
• Experience with multiple routing software platforms, leveraging the latest technologies and AI capabilities to keep RT at the forefront of innovation

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience performing the listed duties and responsibilities
• Experience with automated distribution systems and solutions
• Strong understanding of management principles and practices
• Strong analytical thinking, effective communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to analyze datasets and apply data-driven insights to decision-making
• Proficient in Excel
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations
  

Preferred Qualifications

• BS/BA degree in Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain, or related field from an accredited college/university
• Experience with a distributed workforce
• Experience in a scaling high growth organization
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Depot Experience
• Experience with Ortec or other routing software
  

% of Time Traveling

Up to 25%

Compensation: The base salary for this position ranges from $110,000 to $130,000 per year, accompanied by a 30% annual incentive opportunity. Please note that the exact salary will depend on factors such as geographic location, market conditions, and the candidate's experience.

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Inclusive Employer
At Restaurant Technologies, we celebrate diversity, believe in equity, and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees; we're proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law."

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us by email at RTCareers@rti-inc.com or call 1-888-796-4997.

Restaurant Technologies is a Military & Veteran friendly company.

Culture & Benefits

Our employees are the foundation of our success and we take care of them! Our comprehensive benefits include professional development, competitive health care coverage, incentives and a healthy work and life balance. We've cultivated an award-winning workplace for driven team members who enjoy a fast pace and rapid growth balanced by a flexible and supportive environment. We've earned recognition as a "Best Place to Work," by the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal along with The Minnesota Work Life Champions Award while consistently earning a spot on Minnesota's Fastest Growing Companies list. In addition, we've earned numerous awards from our customer base who consider Restaurant Technologies a valued strategic partner.

Who We Are

Restaurant Technologies is the leading provider of highly innovative and value-enhancing bulk cooking oil management services to the food service industry. Our solution is environmentally sound, highly efficient and creates a safer, more productive work environment for restaurant personnel. With over 35,000 existing customers we are an established, profitable mid-sized company poised for double-digit growth in the coming year. We are headquartered in suburban Minneapolis, Minnesota with a growing number of sites strategically located across the U.S. serving over 41 metropolitan markets.