(Grocery) Regional Director of Cut Produce

at  GBC Food Services LLC

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Expertise in business and financial practices.
• Superior communication and relationship-building skills.
• Mastery in managerial functions and decision-making.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Robust analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to take on challenging tasks.
• Knowledge of Food and Beverage Merchandising.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration. MBA is an advantage.
• At least 8 years of diversified experience in a related role.
• Candidates should either possess the ServSafe Manager Certification upon joining or acquire it within an agreed timeframe post-hiring.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Able to lift up to 25 pounds, especially when handling produce crates.
• Regular travel within the assigned region, with occasional national trips.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Comprehensive understanding of business and finance concepts.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient managerial and diplomacy capabilities.
• Mastery of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Outstanding organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Education and Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience.
• Candidates should either possess the ServSafe Manager Certification upon joining or acquire it within an agreed timeframe post-hiring.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Able to lift up to 25 pounds, especially when handling produce crates.
• Regular travel within the assigned region, with occasional national trips.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead recruitment, training, and mentoring of the team.
• Direct and manage the team’s workload and schedules.
• Conduct comprehensive performance reviews.
• Implement discipline and manage terminations in alignment with company policies.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Analyze divisional P&L to drive strategic decisions and pinpoint growth opportunities.
• Champion merchandising strategies and brand management.
• Set, communicate, and realize the strategic direction of the operations division.
• Partner with executive teams to align on and realize company objectives.
• Foster collaboration across divisions to fulfill the organization’s mission.
• Champion technological advancements and procedural improvements to optimize organizational efficiency.
• Validate that departmental strategies resonate with the organization’s overarching vision.
• Oversee departmental budgets, ensuring financial prudence.
• Deliver performance insights to senior executives.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in operations management.
• Identify and facilitate relevant training opportunities.
• Ensure adherence to brand and regulatory compliance.
• Drive sales growth and outperform set targets.
• Enforce brand consistency and quality by ensuring franchisee adherence to corporate sourcing.
• Spearhead franchisee recruitment and support.
• Coordinate schedules for Reporting Managers and other direct reports.
• Monitor and oversee franchisee operations, ensuring alignment with organizational standards.
• Assess business procedures and drive continuous improvement.
• Ensure safe, conducive work environments.
• Oversee key departments ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Communicate key directives and policy changes, fostering understanding and morale.
• Regularly inspect and assess store operations.
• Build strong partnerships with store managers, franchisees, and merchandisers.
• Lead recruitment for managerial roles and other key positions.
• Ensure training across all divisions and business lines.

OTHER DUTIES:

Please note this job description isn’t exhaustive. Duties and responsibilities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Requirements:

OTHER DUTIES:

Please note this job description isn’t exhaustive. Duties and responsibilities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice