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As a Sr. Distribution Manager, you'll lead the logistics and distribution operations that ensure Maverik stores receive the products they need-on time, accurately, and efficiently. This role combines strategic vision with hands-on execution, driving improved forecasting, vendor partnerships, inventory flow, and communication across the supply chain. You'll collaborate cross-functionally and guide a high-performing team while leading ongoing optimization of systems, processes, and network capabilities.
Why this role matters :
This role directly impacts product availability, cost efficiency, delivery reliability, and Maverik's ability to serve our customers across all store locations.
Location / Schedule :
This role is based at our Salt Lake City Headquarters with a 4-day hybrid in-office schedule.
Position Summary & Day-to-Day Responsibilities
The Sr. Distribution Manager is responsible for overseeing Maverik's supply chain systems and distribution operations to ensure effective inventory management and reliable delivery execution. This role leads a high-performing team and partners closely with distributors, suppliers, and internal departments to improve processes and system performance.
Primary Responsibilities
- Lead, develop, and support the Distribution team, including hiring, training, coaching, and performance management.
- Build strong partnerships across merchandising, procurement, IT, food service, store operations, and other internal stakeholders.
- Manage relationships and contracts with broadline distributors to ensure cost control, performance, and capacity needs are met.
- Oversee forecasting, ordering, delivery systems, and inventory management tools (including PDI / EDI systems).
- Coordinate item setup and inventory flow for new items, promotions, discontinued products, and large operational events such as remodels, openings, and closures.
- Monitor reporting and proactively troubleshoot supply chain issues, including out-of-stocks, delivery interruptions, and product quality concerns.
- Lead continuous process and system improvements, drive operational efficiency, and ensure timely communication of schedules, delivery changes, and order guides.
- Provide timely issue resolution, including occasional after-hours support in a 24 / 7 environment.
You'll be a great fit for this adventure if you have :
5+ years of retail sales, merchandising, inventory, or distribution operations experience, ideally in a multi-unit environment.Experience leading teams, providing coaching and development, and fostering a culture of accountability and performance.Proven ability to manage vendor and distributor relationships while ensuring service reliability and cost efficiency.Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint) and familiarity with PDI or other enterprise back-office or ordering systems.Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving workflow.Experience improving systems, processes, and operations through structured problem-solving and cross-functional collaboration.The Maverik Spirit - you're a clear communicator, team player, and problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment.Bonus points if you also bring :
A Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.Experience supporting a 24 / 7 distribution operation, including after-hours issue response.Experience analyzing inventory, cost, and logistics data to drive change and decision-making.Compensation & Benefits
Pay Range : $105,000-$120,000 + DOE and Bonus Opportunities
The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Maverik considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers, such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills, and current market conditions.
Benefits Include :
Full Health, Dental, and Vision Package with company contributionIn-Store and Fuel DiscountsRetirement plan with company match (401k)Eligible for the annual incentive bonus programProfit Sharing - when Maverik succeeds, so do you. Team Members are eligible for annual profit sharing-our way of recognizing the important role you play in our successComprehensive Paid Time-Off Program and additional perks