Distribution Team Manager
Alameda, CA - USA
Job Summary
Our purpose at Peets Coffee is the pursuit of betterbetter coffee for people and the planet. Our ambition is to become the chosen brand for coffee lovers around the world and we know earning that place means an uncompromising focus on quality craft and authenticity.
As part of Keurig Dr Pepper andJDE Peets the worlds leading pureplay coffee company Peets is growing as a global coffee brand anchored by a clear set of values that reflect who we are today and where were going.We Dare to Amaze Own It Make It Simple and WinTogetherchallenging ourselves every day to do better than the day before.
Wevelearned that the secret to great coffee is the people who make it and we apply the same care in selecting and preparing our teams as we do when crafting the perfect cup.
The Distribution Team Manager plays a key role in leading the day-to-day operations of our Alameda Roasting Plant distribution ensuring products are received stored and shipped safely accurately and on time. This position oversees warehouse associates coordinates daily workflows and drives operational excellence across receiving inventory management order fulfillment and shipping. The Distribution Team Manager is responsible for achieving productivity and service goals while fostering a culture of safety quality continuous improvement and employee engagement.
Salary
$93000-$112000
Location
Alameda Roasting Plant Onsite
What You Will Do:
- Own all Safety Quality Production Cost Service and Cost Metrics for your area
- Lead coach and develop a high-performing warehouse team to achieve safety quality productivity and service goals.
- Set clear expectations provide regular feedback and hold team members accountable for performance and continuous improvement.
- Maintain a visible presence on the warehouse floor supporting daily operations and removing barriers that impact team success.
- Foster a positive engaged and inclusive work environment by recognizing performance resolving conflicts and developing future leaders.
- Analyze operational data and key performance metrics to identify trends solve problems and drive process improvements.
- Lead root cause analysis and implement sustainable solutions to improve safety quality and operational efficiency.
- Ensure compliance with company policies standard operating procedures and safety and quality standards.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to optimize workflows improve inventory accuracy and meet customer service expectations.
- Develop team capability through training coaching and succession planning to build a skilled and self-sufficient workforce.
- Champion a culture of continuous improvement by driving operational excellence and delivering measurable business results.
Who You Are:
- A leadership style that reflects Peets core values of Accountability Curiosity Mastery and Inclusivity.
- Bachelors degree in Engineering (Mechanical Electrical Industrial) Logistics Supply Chain Management or a related field preferred.
- A servant leadership mindset with a passion for developing coaching and empowering teams.
- Strong professionalism including reliability punctuality integrity attention to detail and a results-oriented approach.
- The ability to maintain confidentiality and consistently uphold company policies procedures and safety standards.
- Proven experience leading teams in a manufacturing distribution warehouse or supply chain environment.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to use data to drive operational improvements.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong relationships and collaborate across teams.
- Experience providing coaching managing performance resolving conflicts and holding team members accountable.
- Adaptability and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities and embracing change.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills including proficiency with email presentations and cross-functional collaboration.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and experience using warehouse management systems (WMS) ERP systems or other operational reporting tools is a plus.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job the employee is regularly required to stand and walk; use hands to finger handle or feel and talk or hear. Requires a high level of manual and finger dexterity to build and test prototype instruments. The employee must be able to visually distinguish detail and other fine characteristics of materials and objects. The employee is regularly required to sit; occasionally climb or balance and stoop kneel crouch or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision color vision depth perception and ability to adjust focus
Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
While performing the duties of this Job the employee is sometimes exposed to risk of electrical shock. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
This description outlines the roles essential functions but may evolve with business needs.
What We Offer:
Were proud to offer a comprehensive package for full-time employees including but not limited to:
Recharge Time Paid vacation holidays and sick days.
Health & Wellness Medical dental and vision coverage.
Future You 401(k) plan with generous match program to help you save.
Peace of Mind Life insurance disability and options for HSAs and FSAs.
Everyday Perks Free coffee fresh baked goods and discounts.
Growth & Support Career development and an Employee Assistance Program when you need it.
The target annual base salary range for this position is $. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors including the applicants qualifications years of relevant experience specific and unique skills level of education certifications or licenses other legitimate non-discriminatory business factors and the geographic location of the addition to base pay individuals in this position may also be eligible to earn bonuses.
Additional Information
At Peets we believe in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome qualified applicants of all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on race color creed religion gender age marital status national origin sexual orientation gender identity citizenship status disability genetic information uniform service veteran status or any other category protected under federal state or local laws. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal state and local ordinances.
Peets is also committed to providing reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If you need assistance or accommodation please contact
Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
Since 1966, Peet's Coffee has sourced and offered superior coffees and teas adhered to strict high-quality and taste standards. Shop online today.