Sr Director, US Logistics

Since its founding in 1937, Krispy Kreme’s focus has remained the same - making fresh doughnuts using our founder’s original recipe. The brand’s iconic Hot Light lets consumers know when doughnuts are being made in the shop so they can stop in and enjoy them hot, right off the line.

The Senior Director, US Logistics Strategy & Optimization is responsible for overseeing and optimizing the Logistics Services Organization for Krispy Kreme US. The logistics function is a critical enabler for the business and a strategic imperative for the next several years. This newly created role includes oversight of the US logistics services functions, consisting of internal centralized support teams, and supports our 3rd party partnerships.

A TASTE OF WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

Strategic Planning

• Implement a comprehensive strategy for logistics and transportation operations aligned with overall business goals. Identify opportunities for cross-functional integration and optimization.
• Continuous improvement initiatives to enhance processes and overall efficiency of the logistics function.
• Promote a culture of innovation and efficiency within the team.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards in both transportation and distribution operations.

Transportation Management

• Manage teams responsible for internal fleet, route optimization, customer service, and delivery analytics. Develop programs to improve key success measures such as fleet costs, route optimization, and delivery efficiency.
• Oversee a large internal fleet of several hundred vehicles and liaison with 3rd party logistics providers. Optimize transportation networks for cost-effectiveness and efficiency. Coordinate with cross-functional partners (e.g., Procurement) to negotiate and secure vehicle assets purchase programs annually. Develop and manage partnerships with third-party logistics organizations and the management of our core common carrier base. Develop and implement best-in-class asset management programs to improve asset utilization and reduce downtime.
• Strong collaborator with internal and external partners, c-suite level leadership and customers across the US organization. Able to bring people together to align goals and receive buy in on plans.

Technology Integration

• Explore and implement innovative technology solutions to better manage driver operations, safety, and improve service levels to our internal and external customers. Utilize data analytics and automation to improve operational processes. Evaluate and implement technology solutions to improve service levels, reduce costs and improve efficiencies.

Cost Management

• Manage department level P&L annual spend. Identify opportunities to optimize and generate value creation ideas.
• Lead through data and analytics. Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) for both transportation and distribution operations. Effectively be able to communicate difficult metrics throughout the organization to different audiences and in different situations.

YOUR RECIPE FOR SUCCESS:

• 10 plus years of progressive experience in leadership roles within Supply Chain, Logistics, Transportation, or related Fields.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain management, logistics, operations management, or related field.
• Industry knowledge & strategic thinking
• Leadership, communication, negotiation skills
• Technical proficiency & financial acumen
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Customer focus & change management
• Travel Requirements: 15 - 20%

BENEFITS:

• Comprehensive benefits (medical, vision, and dental insurance)
• Employee discount program
• 401K plan
• PTO and “dream” days
• Company events
• Education Reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• Life Insurance
• FSA/HSA Plans
• Pet Insurance

Learn more at www.kkbenefits.com

WHY KRISPY KREME?

At Krispy Kreme, we focus on:

Loving People:

• Our global culture is best captured by our Leadership Mix, a dozen behaviors that define how we work with one another across the world and give back to our communities. Check out our leadership mix here.
• Belonging happens once each Krispy Kremer knows their bold authentic self is welcomed, dignified, and loved, where their wonderfully original identities flourish and thrive.

Loving Communities:

• At Krispy Kreme, sharing joy is at the center of everything we do, and we strive to inspire this in our communities. Our brand purpose truly shines through our Acts of Joy and community fundraising initiatives.
• In the U.S., we have been donating unsold doughnuts to local food banks, with a goal of bringing a smile to our consumers as they enjoy a small, sweet treat. We partner with Feeding America and Convoy of Hope, who in turn partner with organizations nationwide to distribute donations to people in need through diverse types of programs and services.
• In 2022, we helped community groups raise $40 million globally. Last year in the U.S., we supported more than 83,000 fundraising events, raising nearly $37 million.

Loving Planet:

• We have been conducting a multi-year global GHG emissions assessment to establish an emissions baseline, using this foundation to soon set goals for greenhouse gas emission reductions.
• We are working on reducing food waste through donation efforts, animal feed, and composting programs.

Krispy Kreme is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

At Krispy Kreme, we believe that your originality sweetens our recipe. We value the diverse ingredients of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, gender, intersex, or veteran status of every individual. We strive for an inclusive culture that allows each of our peeps to bring their bold authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.

About Krispy Kreme

Headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., Krispy Kreme is one of the most beloved and well-known sweet treat brands in the world. Our iconic Original Glazed® doughnut is universally recognized for its hot-off-the-line, melt-in-your-mouth experience. Krispy Kreme operates in more than 40 countries through its unique network of fresh doughnut shops, partnerships with leading retailers, and a rapidly growing Ecommerce and delivery business with more than 14,000 fresh points of access. Our purpose of touching and enhancing lives through the joy that is Krispy Kreme guides how we operate every day and is reflected in the love we have for our people, our communities and the planet. Connect with Krispy Kreme Doughnuts at www.KrispyKreme.com, or on one of its many social media channels, including www.Facebook.com/KrispyKreme and www.Twitter.com/KrispyKreme.