Regional Distribution Manager – Supply Chain

Dairy Queen

. Lead Dairy Queen's network of authorized distributors to ensure consistent, competitive, and reliable supply of approved products, ingredients, and packaging to franchisees .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeRemote • Bloomington • Minnesota • ThailandMid-LevelSenior💰 $88,536 - $108,457 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Supply Chain Management and Foodservice Distribution, with a strong focus on improving distributor performance, operational support, and strategic guidance. Proven ability to drive process improvements and manage complex supply chain challenges while maintaining strong relationships with franchisees and distributors.

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Supply Chain ManagementFoodservice DistributionProcess ImprovementTeam LeadershipInventory Management

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Hard Skills

Supply Chain StrategyDistributor Performance ManagementOperational SupportProduct PlanningAdvanced Reporting SolutionsInventory ControlCost CompetitivenessSKU RationalizationDistribution Quality AssuranceContract Management

Soft Skills

CollaborationOrganizational SkillsProblem SolvingService OrientationAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

ArrowstreamWarehouse Management SystemsReporting Solutions

Industry Keywords

Foodservice IndustryDistribution Center ManagementFranchise OperationsSupply Chain ChallengesProduct Introductions

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead Dairy Queen's network of authorized distributors to ensure consistent, competitive, and reliable supply of approved products, ingredients, and packaging to franchisees
Drive profitable growth across product categories within the assigned region
Serve as the primary supply chain leader for franchisees, operators, distributors, and internal stakeholders
Provide strategic guidance, operational support, and resolution of complex distribution and supply chain challenges
Build distributor relationships, drive accountability, and improve service, product availability, cost competitiveness, and system performance
Manage distributor performance, programs, and planning for the assigned U.S. region
Improve distributor fill rates, perfect orders, on-time delivery, approved-product distribution, and SKU rationalization
Identify supply chain savings and growth opportunities
Perform annual distribution reviews and manage relationships with distribution center account executives and senior staff
Communicate supply chain strategy and programs to franchisees and ADQ operations
Develop implementation plans for new product introductions and Limited Time Offers
Review warehouse operations, inventory management, product quality, and service levels
Recommend policy and procedure changes and develop corrective action plans
Assist Quality Assurance with enforcement of the distribution quality assurance program and policies
Use and develop advanced reporting solutions from Arrowstream and other systems
Coordinate with the assigned Franchisee Support Analyst
Develop cross-functional relationships and strategies to achieve company goals
Direct contract renewals and RFPs
Maintain non-disclosure agreements
Review inventory movement, proprietary items, inventory turns, and lead times
Review and control expedited freight costs
Identify risks and develop plans to mitigate inventory loss or write-offs
Develop and communicate product planning obligations and ensure distributor accountability
Monitor and provide weekly audit reports of unapproved products
Work with Product Development and FSQR to approve and track costs for distributor-branded items
Drive distributor performance through regular metric reviews and continuous improvement
Manage new product and LTO introductions, inventory, and service levels
Participate in planning and execution of the annual Supply Chain Summit
Assist credit managers with collection of distributor accounts receivable
Advise Purchasing Managers on warehouse and product situations

Requirements

What you’ll need

B.A. or B.S. Degree in business or related field, or equivalent combination of education and work experience
Minimum of 4–6 years of experience, knowledge, and/or familiarity with supply chain and/or store operations
Foodservice distribution experience preferred
Strong knowledge and familiarity with the Foodservice Industry and Supply Chain Management
Ability to travel to distributors and distributors' markets an average of 15 days per quarter
Ability to drive an automobile for operator and distributor visits
Ability to sit in a vehicle for up to 8 hours per day
Strong ability to collaborate in a team environment
Demonstrated team leadership and cross-functional liaison abilities
Demonstrated ability to propose and drive process improvements
Ability to multitask and prioritize multiple projects and requests within deadlines
Ability to identify problems, gather relevant information, and offer realistic solutions
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail and accuracy
Exceptional service orientation
Must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bonus eligibility
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
401(k) match
Paid time off
Volunteer time
Parental leave
Hybrid work schedule
Professional inclusion and belonging initiatives