About vacancy
Director of Supply Chain
Company Overview
Bakery de France is a premier, family-owned and operated company that has been a staple in the baking industry for 40 years. Based in Maryland, we have evolved from a local bakery into a leading national provider of artisan breads for some of the most recognized retailers and foodservice brands in the country.
We are currently in a dynamic phase of heavy investment and expansion. To support our 15% year-over-year growth, we have entered into a strategic joint venture with a major global partner and are currently constructing a state-of-the-art production facility to significantly increase our market capacity. At our core, we are a growth-minded organization that values entrepreneurial spirit and prides itself on fostering long-term career paths for our 350+ team members.
The Role
? We are seeking a high-ownership leader to manage our end-to-end supply chain.
? This position is a backfill for a senior leader moving into a strategic project role; she will remain on-site to provide training and transition support.
? You will oversee a department that includes three direct reports managing warehouse, procurement, and logistics.
? The ideal candidate is an entrepreneurial self-starter who prefers taking initiative over seeking constant permission.
? This position is based in Maryland, with time split between our Frederick and Rockville locations.
Key Responsibilities
? End-to-End Management: Oversee everything from raw ingredient and packaging procurement to last-mile customer deliveries.
? Logistics & Distribution: Manage a 100% third-party (3PL) trucking network and increasing ocean import volumes from Europe.
? Inventory & Warehousing: Oversee internal cold storage sites and external 3PL freezer locations.
? Operational Excellence: Maintain our industry-leading 99.9% customer fill rate.
? Automation Projects: Support the implementation of a new 3,300-pallet semi-automatic freezer.
? Systems Integration: Support the upcoming migration from Microsoft Dynamics Nav to SAP S4HANA.
Candidate Profile
? Owner Mindset: You take full responsibility for the P&L and the outcomes of your department.
? Logistics Expert: You have heavy experience moving finished goods and understand the critical nature of frozen supply chains.
? Strategic & Tactical: You are comfortable with demand planning and have the "headroom" to grow as the company expands.
? Self-Sufficient: You do not rely on a "corporate box" and are capable of being self-sufficient within a few months.
Qualifications
? Significant experience in supply chain leadership; we are open to senior managers ready for a Director-level role.
? Strong background in procurement for raw materials and packaging.
? Experience with ERP systems is required.
? Prior experience in Food & Beverage or CPG is highly preferred.
? Ability to visit 3PL partners in Pennsylvania and New Jersey as needed (typically once or twice a year).