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Job ID 141109BR

Category Information Systems

Job Type Full Time

Location Englewood, CO

Location name Vistar Corporate (9002)

Salary $115,000 - $150,000 base salary + 30% annual incentive potential

Posted March 27, 2026

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Company Description:

Vistar customers are everywhere people work, play, and shop. Vistar is America's leading candy, snack, and beverage distributor with more than 25 distribution centers delivering everything from popcorn to healthy meal replacements anywhere in the U.S. The company has thrived by innovating, exceeding customer expectations, and fostering a collaborative culture built on teamwork, doing what's right, and giving back to the communities they serve.

Job Description:

We Deliver the Goods:

Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America's food distribution system
Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect
Hybrid or Remote work opportunities available

Position Summary

The IT Manager, Warehouse Operations owns Technology relationships, priorities, and outcomes for Warehouse and Field Operations across all Vistar locations. This role serves as the primary IT relationship owner for Operating Company (OpCo, aka distribution center) Managers, Directors, and Presidents, and is accountable for aligning technology priorities, financial constraints, and enterprise standards.

The IT Manager, Warehouse Operations owns day‑to‑day operational stability, support effectiveness, financial accountability, and prioritization across all warehouse and operations systems, while also directing development, enhancement, and deployment efforts. This IT Manager acts as the escalation point for complex operational issues and partners closely with Field Services, Infrastructure, Development teams, and senior IT leadership to ensure consistent execution and outcomes.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

OpCo Relationship Ownership & Prioritization

Serve as the primary IT relationship owner for OpCo Warehouse/Operations leadership and the trusted point of contact for Operations technology needs, risks, and decisions

Own intake, prioritization, and trade‑off decisions across all Warehouse/Operations technology initiatives

Balance OpCo priorities with enterprise standards, delivery capacity, financial constraints, and operational risk

Operational Support, Stability & Escalation

Own end‑to‑end support for Warehouse/Operations systems, including incident management, problem management, and change control

Ensure 24/7 support readiness, clear escalation paths, and effective communication

Partner closely with Corporate, Field and peer leaders to ensure aligned ownership and resolution

Financial & Vendor Accountability

Own financial accountability for Warehouse/Operations technology, including budgets, forecasts, vendor spend, and invoices

Manage vendor relationships, performance, contracts, and delivery commitments

Ensure spending aligns with business priorities, delivery plans, and operational value

Delivery, Development & Deployment Leadership

Direct development, enhancement, and deployment efforts across Warehouse/Operations platforms while enforcing standards and driving continuous improvement

Lead daily scrum, sprint planning, execution, and retrospectives

Ensure predictable delivery of enhancements, fixes, and new capabilities aligned to OpCo priorities

Technical Scope / Platform Focus

HighJump Warehouse Management System (WMS) - Primary

Microsoft SQL Server / T-SQL backend development

ERP (Gemini), Route Management (Roadnet, PeopleNet/Trimble), Carrier and Shipping systems (FedEx Flagship), Barcoding and RF, Cartonization (Blackbox), and EDI (Sterling, Boomi).

Agile delivery methodologies and DevOps support models (Jira/Confluence)

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Benefits:

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Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/closely related field, or equivalent experience

• 5+ years experience managing IT delivery

• Demonstrated experience leading Agile software delivery teams

• Experience managing project financials, vendors, and contracts

• Strong communication, prioritization, and stakeholder management skills

Preferred qualifications:

• Warehouse, Distribution and/or Field Operations IT support experience

• Hands on experience with WMS, ERP, TMS, barcoding, carrier/shipping platforms

• Experience supporting across multiple locations

• Strong understanding of DevOps aligned delivery and support models

EEO Statement:

Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the "Company") provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations. Please click on the following links to review: (1) our EEO Policy; (2) the "EEO is the Law" poster and supplement; and (3) the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.

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