We are Mike and Janet Johnston. As avid home cooks and bakers, we have always loved the idea of creating new blends and recipes to share with our family and friends.
In 2004, we combined our individual skills and experiences in marketing and the retail spice industry to open the very first Savory Spice location in Denver, Colorado. After the immediate success of our shop, we decided to take our concept a step further and created a Savory Spice website, allowing customers to purchase anything available in the store online.
Building on the positive response to our Denver store and internet marketing, we opened a second shop in Littleton, Colorado, followed by shops in Boulder and East Denver two years later.
Since then, with the help of employees, family members, and professional colleagues, our growth has been amazing. Savory Spice and its franchisors now operate nearly 30 locations across the United States, and we continue to bring creative flavor solutions to our customers, from our popular Spice 'n Easy line to our ever-expanding new products and, of course, our customer favorites.
At Savory Spice, our mission is to deliver "wow" flavor experiences that bring you closer to your loved ones. We make exploring in the kitchen surprisingly simple, so cooks of all levels can say, "I've got this!"
Values
AUTHENTICITY- We value building real relationships inside and outside our four walls.
OPENNESS- We celebrate cultures and people from around the world.
POSITIVITY- We believe in the power of an easy smile and a kind word.
ADVENTUROUSNESS- We embrace the bold exploration of flavor boundaries.
APPROACHABILITY- We encourage sharing ideas and a spirit of collaboration.
Job Summary:
The Distribution Supervisor will oversee and coordinate the receiving/storage of bulk goods and the distribution of products to our local stores or other vendors.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- Oversees the daily workflow of the distribution team.
- Interviews and hires warehouse employees when needed.
- Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.
- Handles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Schedules pickup, delivery, and distribution of products to stores and vendors.
- Forecasts peak delivery periods and issues appropriate work assignments.
- Stage all incoming shipments to the correct designated area
- Collaborates with department heads to coordinate the distribution of products to stores for all new launches.
- Collaborate with the Production manager on low stock and out of stocks in the distribution side of the warehouse.
- Work with the Purchasing manager on products that have come in to have them checked in and received. Put away all goods in the warehouse in conjunction with the Production manager.
- Provides shipping instructions and routing information to stores; confirms and coordinates delivery times and locations.
- Help to establish warehouse safety and security programs and training activities.
- Daily cleaning and weekly follow-up of all GMP food safety guidelines
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Ability to manage and coordinate a variety of shipping methods.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- Daily use of forklifts, pallet jacks, and other equipment; willing to be certified.
- Food Safety handling guidelines
Education/Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent required, Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Three years of related experience required.
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to traverse the distribution and storage facility.
- Must be able to lift 25-50 pounds at a time.
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