Operations Manager

Seafood Distribution Manager

HF Foods Group, Inc. (NASDAQ : HFFG), headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada, is a leading distributor of international foodservice solutions to Asian restaurants and other businesses across the United States. With 15 distribution centers strategically located throughout the nation, HF Foods Group aims to supply the increasing demand for Asian American restaurant cuisine.

Primary Functions : The role is responsible for leading and overseeing seafood distribution operations to ensure business growth, operational excellence, and workforce effectiveness. This includes driving seafood sales and market expansion, managing daily distribution center performance, optimizing inventory and costs, and fostering a high-performing team culture. The position collaborates closely with cross-functional departments to align operational strategies with overall business goals and ensure quality, efficiency, and profitability across the seafood division.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities :

Partner with Sales to expand seafood distribution, develop key accounts, and identify new market opportunities.

Build relationships with suppliers, vendors, and major customers to drive revenue and ensure product quality.

Collaborate with Procurement on inventory, turnover, and shrinkage reduction.

Contribute to pricing, promotions, and marketing strategies to strengthen competitiveness and market share.

Operations & Performance :

Develop and execute DC policies, procedures, and operational goals aligned with company strategy.

Oversee daily operations to ensure accuracy, productivity, quality, and regulatory compliance.

Analyze performance metrics to drive efficiency, cost control, and continuous improvement.

Manage budgets, labor, and inventory to optimize operational performance.

People Leadership :

Lead workforce planning, staffing, and scheduling to meet business needs.

Oversee recruitment, onboarding, training, and safety programs.

Conduct performance reviews and manage employee relations, including coaching and corrective actions.

Foster a customer-focused culture emphasizing accountability, service excellence, and teamwork.

Collaboration & Strategic Alignment :

Partner with cross-functional teams (Finance, Procurement, Marketing, Sales) to align DC operations with business goals.

Support corporate programs, strategic initiatives, and leadership directives as assigned.

Skills And Qualifications :

Proficient knowledge of warehouse operations

Excellent problem-solving skills and leadership qualities

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Be innovative and able to focus, process and implement initiatives

Solid understanding of financial management

Ability to work with all levels of company staff

Have a strong rapport with business and functional leaders

Occasion travel may be needed

Education And / Or Training :

Degree in Business, Operations Management, or related field

3+ years' experience in operations management lead role managing hourly employees

Strong Sales and Marketing background

Bilingual (English & Mandarin) Preferred

Equal Opportunity Employer : HF Foods Group emphasizes and provides equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, or disability.