Share Email Opening Title AVP of Sales Operations  About the Organization You've seen the truck rolling through town and the silhouette logo on bread shelves in grocery stores, but do you know Aunt Millie's? We are a family-owned bread company headquartered in Fort Wayne, Indiana with locations and distribution throughout the Midwest. Perfection Bakeries began in 1901 and today the family has grown to include several brands, including Aunt Millie's, and over 1200 valued employees. Baking quality bread products is what we do, but when it comes to a career, we know you need more than bread.   Location Indianapolis - 7651 Georgetown Rd. Indianapolis IN 46268 [Merriville]   Description About Aunt Millie's: Aunt Millie's, a popular family-owned bakery, has been celebrated for its commitment to quality and community since its inception. Renowned for producing a wide range of baked goods from breads to pastries, Aunt Millie’s prides itself on using traditional recipes and fresh, locally sourced ingredients. This establishment not only offers a nostalgic embrace of home-style baking but also operates with a forward-thinking mindset towards sustainability and innovation in food production. Why Work Here: We are proud of the products we make and we’re even more proud of how we make them. Aunt Millie’s combines the best ingredients, recipes, and people to produce consistently high-quality breads and rolls that you will be proud to represent. We invest in good ingredients and good people alike, so that at Aunt Millie’s you’ll have more than a job, you’ll have a career you can be proud of. Perks and Benefits: Standard benefit package may be offered depending on position. To be discussed during the interview. Position Summary: The Assistant Vice President of Sales Operations is responsible for managing the company’s sales distribution strategy and overseeing the operational functions that ensure products reach customers in timely, cost-effective, and efficient manner. This role collaborates with branch operations, key accounts, marketing, route level RSR’s and Franchisees. Major focus is on driving revenue growth while controlling returns to have maximum focus on freshness and store supply for customer retention. Essential Job Functions: Ensure that the sales distribution system is scalable, sustainable, and meets the needs of the business. Coaching and building team support and morale for overall success. Developing sales ideas and contests to help the overall growth of units. Oversee daily operations of the distribution and logistics teams, ensuring smooth, efficient product delivery to customers. (e.g., through new partners, digital platforms, or geographic expansion). Ability to sell display programs at higher mgmt. DSD level. (market directors, VP’s, etc.) Direct critical relationships with branch management/personnel, production, distribution, safety and key accounts. Implement and manage key performance indicators (KPIs) for distribution operations to track performance and identify areas for improvement. Establish and nurture relationships with key customers and stakeholders to understand their needs, drive sales growth and create seamless experience for clients. Provide input into product development and pricing strategies based on sales and market insights by reviewing sales trends and sales history for adjustments to overall plan of ordering and service. Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction by overseeing the timely fulfillment of orders and addressing any issues or concerns. Direct responsibility with assigned Director of Sales for Company directions and agendas. Performs other related duties as assigned.   Minimum Position Qualifications/Education: Bachelor’s degree in business administration, sales, marketing, or a related field preferred. Experience in DSD sales at a higher level will be considered in place of degree. 5+ years of leadership experience in positions of increasing responsibility. Experience working in a Direct Store Delivery environment. Demonstrated leadership skills, exhibiting a high degree of drive and energy and the ability to consistently produce results. Skills: Proven track record of success in driving sales growth and optimizing distribution operations. Strong understanding of supply chain management, logistics, and sales forecasting. Exceptional leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire teams. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships at all levels of the organization. Data-driven decision maker with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Approximately 25% travel in assigned area.   Working Conditions: Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to work on unforgiving surfaces and access store and warehouse environments. Must be available during peak season, weekends and holidays to meet business needs. High level continued interaction with the Director of Sales for your assigned area.     Position Requirements   EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.   This position is currently not accepting applications. 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