Director of Inventory Operations

Location: Texas

Job Overview:

Director of Operations
- Inventory Initiatives & Projects The ideal candidate will live in the Frisco/DFW area Position Summary The Director of Operations
- Inventory Initiatives & Projects is responsible for leading enterprise-wide initiatives to reduce waste, improve decision-making, and build organizational capability across end-to-end inventory management processes. This role focuses on driving visibility, establishing routines, and standardizing processes to improve performance across obsolescence, trade break, resets, and overall inventory health. The position operates cross-functionally, influencing Sales, Supply Chain, Operations, Finance, and Commercial teams to deliver measurable results.

Key Responsibilities Drive visibility and insight through weekly analytics and reporting that enable fact-based decision-making and accountability

Establish and sustain operating routines and governance to manage inventory and BSO performance end-to-endLead enterprise inventory initiatives focused on reducing waste across obsolescence, trade break, resets, and inventory quality

Develop and implement enterprise BSO training programs by function to build capability and drive consistent execution

Standardize key inventory management processes including 30-60-90, donations, destructions, trade break, resets, and repack

Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Supply Chain, Operations, Finance, and Analytics teams to remove barriers and drive outcomes

Lead cross-functional projects from definition through execution, ensuring alignment, progress tracking, and results delivery

Align stakeholders on priorities, ensure actions are established, and drive accountability across functions

Identify upstream drivers of inventory risk and partner with teams to improve forecasting, inventory management, and execution discipline Total Rewards:$155,500-$180,000 / year Actual placement within the compensation range may vary depending on experience, skills, and other factors Benefits, subject to eligibility, and collective bargaining agreements (where applicable):
Medical, Dental and Vision, Paid Time Off, 401(k) program with employer match, Child & Elder Care, Adoption Benefits, Paid Parental Leave, Fertility Benefits, Employee Resource Groups, Breast milk Shipping Services, Dependent Scholarship Program, Tuition Reimbursement, Education Assistance, Employee Assistance Program, Personalized Wellness Platform, Mileage Reimbursement and more!

Annual bonus based on performance and eligibility Requirements:

Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred
10+ years of experience in DSD, operations, supply chain, or related field

Strong cross-functional leadership and influencing skills without direct authority

Proven ability to lead large-scale initiatives and drive measurable business results

Experience with inventory management, supply chain operations, or DSD environments preferred

Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights

Excellent communication and executive presentation skills

Ability to build processes, routines, and governance structures in complex environments

Demonstrated ability to work effectively across multiple functions and levels of the organization Company Overview:
Keurig Dr Pepper (Nasdaq: KDP) is a leading beverage company with more than 150 owned, licensed and partner brands that meet a wide range of needs and occasions. Our North American refreshment beverage business holds leadership positions across carbonated soft drinks, water, juice and mixers with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Dr Pepper, Canada Dry, Mott's, A&W, Peñafiel, GHOST, 7UP, Snapple, Clamato and Core Hydration.

Our global coffee business spans more than 100 markets and includes the leading Keurig single‑serve brewing system in the U.S. and Canada, along with powerhouse brands such as Peet's, L'OR and Jacobs, and other regional coffee leaders. Our more than 50,000 employees aim to enhance the experience of every beverage and coffee occasion while making a positive impact for people, communities and the planet.

We strive to be an employer of choice, providing a culture and…