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Work Location Delicato Vineyards Manteca Position Purpose

The Director of Warehouse Operations provides strategic leadership for warehouse operations, materials management, inventory control, and customer fulfillment across the company's manufacturing and distribution network. This role is accountable for delivering exceptional performance in safety, service, quality, inventory management, and cost efficiency while building a high-performing organization grounded in engagement, empowerment, accountability, and continuous improvement. Working closely with Operations, Supply Chain, and cross-functional leaders, the Director develops organizational capability, drives operational excellence, and serves as the business owner for warehouse, inventory, and materials management processes, including SAP S/4HANA and Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) initiatives that support the company's long-term strategic objectives.

Functional Responsibility Oversees, directs, and manages departmental activities and team performance

Drives and models company culture and holds self, peers, and direct reports accountable for demonstrating a constructive company culture through influential, personal behavior and actions

Develops and implements clearly defined operational and individual goals to develop employees, achieve productivity levels, and to attain the company's strategic plan

Researches best practices, stays abreast of industry trends, and maintains awareness of regulatory changes to ensure compliance and continually improve operations

Executes departmental financial objectives by preparing budgets, scheduling expenditures, analyzing variances, and initiating corrective action

Achieves departmental results to ensure the effective delivery of the strategic plan

Develops staffing needs; attracts, motivates, and retains a workforce with the appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities to achieve goals and objectives

Promotes and ensures a safe and healthy work environment for all employees

Leads the way and prepares departmental staff for success in a continually changing environment

Fosters a work environment that encourages creative thinking, promotes flexibility, and drives innovation

Addresses employee issues, concerns, and complaints in an objective and confidential manner; notifies HR Business Partner and keeps immediate manager informed as appropriate

Ensures compliance and consistent application of company policies, initiatives, and decisions

Coaches, guides, and develops direct reports; fully engages in the GPS (Performance Management) process; provides high-quality feedback, and ensures proper GPS documentation of employee performance, recognition, and deficiencies Essential Duties Provides leadership and direction for all warehouse, distribution, materials operations, inventory control, and customer fulfillment activities

Ensures the safe, efficient, and accurate receipt, storage, handling, and movement of finished goods and production materials throughout the supply chain network

Develops, communicates, and executes departmental goals, objectives, and key performance indicators aligned with company strategy and operational priorities

Drives operational excellence by monitoring performance, identifying improvement opportunities, and implementing sustainable process enhancements

Establishes and maintains a culture focused on safety, quality, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement

Leads all aspects of inventory management, including inventory accuracy, cycle counting, reconciliation processes, inventory risk mitigation, and transaction integrity

Partners with Production, Planning, Procurement, Transportation, Customer Service, and other functional teams to optimize material flow, service levels, and operational performance

Manages relationships with third-party logistics providers, warehouse partners, and service providers to ensure service, capacity, quality, and cost expectations are met

Ensures compliance with all applicable safety, environmental, food safety, quality, GMP, HACCP, regulatory, and company requirements

Utilizes operational data, technology, and reporting tools to drive informed decision-making and improve business performance

Oversees warehouse systems, inventory management processes, and operational technologies, including forklift telematics and related performance management tools

Serves as a key business leader in SAP S/4HANA and Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) implementation, optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives

Develops and manages departmental operating budgets while supporting capital planning and investment initiatives that enhance operational capabilities and long-term business performance

Leads change management efforts associated with business growth, organizational development, process improvement, and technology transformation

Builds, coaches, and develops a high-performing team through effective leadership, performance management, succession planning, and employee development

Collaborates cross-functionally to identify and implement solutions that improve service, productivity, inventory control, safety performance, and overall supply chain effectiveness

Maintains accountability for achieving departmental objectives while supporting the broader strategic goals of the organization

Performs other related duties and special projects as assigned

•Other duties may be assignedNon-Essential Duties

Minimum Requirements

Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and progressive leadership experience

Significant leadership experience in warehouse, distribution, materials management, manufacturing, or supply chain operations

Proven ability to build high-performing teams and foster a culture of engagement, empowerment, accountability, and continuous improvement

Demonstrated success leading organizational change and driving operational performance through KPI management

Experience managing inventory, warehouse, and materials operations in a complex operating environment

Experience collaborating across Operations, Supply Chain, and other cross-functional teams to achieve business objectives

Proficiency with ERP and warehouse management systems Preferred Requirements Experience in food and beverage, consumer packaged goods, manufacturing, or high-volume distribution environments

Experience with SAP S/4HANA and Extended Warehouse Management (EWM)

Experience leading business transformation, systems implementations, or operational excellence initiatives

Lean, Six Sigma, APICS, CSCMP, or similar professional certifications Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Extensive knowledge of warehouse operations, materials management, inventory control, distribution, and supply chain processes

Strong understanding of inventory management principles, material flow optimization, warehouse operations, and fulfillment processes

Knowledge of safety, environmental, quality, food safety, GMP, HACCP, and regulatory compliance requirements within a manufacturing environment

Demonstrated ability to develop operational strategies and translate business objectives into effective execution plans

Proven ability to establish, communicate, and manage performance through key performance indicators, scorecards, and operational metrics

Experience leading continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean, Operational Excellence, or similar methodologies

Strong financial acumen with the ability to manage operating budgets, evaluate investments, analyze business performance, and identify cost-saving opportunities

Knowledge of enterprise resource planning (ERP) and warehouse management systems, including SAP S/4HANA and Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) principles and business processes

Demonstrated ability to lead large-scale business transformation, technology implementation, and organizational change initiatives

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with the ability to utilize operational and financial data to drive improvements

Ability to build effective partnerships and work collaboratively across Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, Information Technology, Quality, and other business functions

Excellent verbal, written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills

Proven leadership capability with the ability to motivate, coach, develop, and hold teams accountable for performance and results

Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Ability to influence stakeholders, drive alignment, and lead through change

Demonstrated commitment to fostering a positive culture focused on safety, accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and business reporting, analytics, and data visualization tools

Ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and make decisions aligned with organizational objectives and values

Working Conditions Manufacturing plant/production floor

Occasionally may need to travel

Occasionally may need to drive automotive vehicle or equipment

Extended hours

Required to wear PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)

Exposure to varying levels of dust, chemicals, fumes, gases, and noisy equipment

Occasionally may be required to lift and carry cases of wine

Work Standards Acts in a manner reflective of the Company culture of High Moral Standards, Innovation and Continuous Evolution, Trust in Team, Continuous Improvement, and Sustainable Relationships

Communicates, interacts, and works effectively with others; receptive to feedback and coaching; voices concerns in a constructive manner

Demonstrates commitment to safety first; communicates safety concerns; promotes a safe work environment based on established safety standards and training

Follows all Company policies and procedures Additional Comments

Management retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.​

California Pay Transparency Disclaimer:

This is a Exempt position. The pay range for this position is $126,530.16 to $197,914.56. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role. Actual placement within range will be contingent upon a number of factors, including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, education, experience, internal equity and alignment with market data. Delicato Family Wines offers its employees a generous and comprehensive benefits package. The core health insurance components include medical, dental and vision, where Delicato covers nearly the entire cost for employees and a large percentage for dependents. Additional health benefits include life, disability and flexible spending accounts. Other benefits include 401(k) with generous company match, discretionary profit sharing, paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, wine & merchandise discounts, tuition reimbursement, gym discounts & many more.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY

AGENCIESPlease note that we do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Services Agreement, we will not consider, or agree to, payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event that a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, we explicitly reserve the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Delicato Family Wines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ​