Sr. Manager Warehouse & Distribution

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At Ferrara, Ferrero, Fox’s Burton’s, and The Fine Biscuits Company, we’re loved by people of all generations for the joy we bring—and that joy is crafted by our people. Join us and explore a whole world to discover, where your passion will find its place.

Today, Ferrara is the #1 sugar confectioner in the U.S, with global sales in more than 40 countries. Ferrara boasts a passionate team of over 9,000 employees around the world who deliver and create hundreds of iconic and beloved products.

In the U.S., more than 67 million households annually enjoy our popular brands like NERDS®, Brach’s®, Jelly Belly®, SweeTARTS®, Laffy Taffy®, and Trolli®. In Brazil, Dori has become a household name with snacking products that include brands such as Dori, Gomets, Pettiz, and Yogurte 100. And, in France, Carambar & Co have earned generations of loyal customers through the timeless appeal of iconic candy and chocolate brands such as Carambar, Lutti, Krema, Poulain, Vichy and Terry’s.

A privately held company, Ferrara Group is headquartered in Chicago. Ferrara boasts a network of over 30 locations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia Pacific that includes manufacturing, distribution, sales, and R&D facilities.

Due to the highly interactive and team-based nature of this role, in-person attendance for most of the workweek (i.e., 3 days or more) is essential for: effective communication including during in-person meetings, strong supervision, real-time problem-solving, and participation in cross-functional initiatives.

The Sr. Manager, Warehouse & Distribution at our Fairfield, CA facility is a critical leadership role responsible for overseeing the distribution center operations that support the iconic Jelly Belly brand. As the operational leader of this facility, you will guide the strategy and day-to-day execution of distribution activities, ensuring that our products move efficiently, reliably, and safely from our network to customers across the country.

In this role, you will lead a high-performing team focused on delivering best-in-class distribution performance—driving operational excellence across service, quality, safety, and cost management. You will be responsible for optimizing warehouse and distribution processes, strengthening inventory accuracy, and ensuring the facility consistently meets customer expectations while supporting the continued growth of the Jelly Belly business.

Success in this role requires a strong operational mindset combined with hands-on leadership. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional partners across supply chain, manufacturing, transportation, and customer teams to improve performance, implement process improvements, and identify opportunities to enhance efficiency across the distribution network.

This position offers the opportunity to lead a critical hub in Ferrara’s supply chain—where operational leadership, continuous improvement, and team development come together to deliver the products consumers love with speed, reliability, and excellence.

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This role requires onsite presence 5 days per week.

• Drive Strategic Initiatives:
  Lead strategic initiatives aimed at improving the quality, service, and cost of services provided to customers. Develop and implement strategies that align with the company's overall objectives and customer expectations.
• Formulate KPIs:
  Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) that drive success in the distribution center. Ensure that these KPIs are aligned with business goals and provide actionable insights for continuous improvement.
• Negotiate and Collaborate with Third Parties :
  Negotiate contracts and collaborate with third-party logistics providers and other external partners. Ensure that these relationships are managed effectively to optimize performance and cost.
• Ensure Operational Excellence:
  Oversee daily operations to ensure that the highest standards of operational excellence are being executed. Implement best practices and continuous improvement methodologies to enhance efficiency and…