GEP Software Engineer

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McLane teammates, the driving force behind our success, are diverse professionals who work together seamlessly to keep our operations running smoothly. As a teammate, you will pair your dedication, expertise, and collaborative spirit with your fellow teammates to serve America's most beloved brands. McLane leaders think long-term, act with purpose, and inspire high performance. They lead with accountability, communicate clearly, and drive results through collaboration, innovation, and continuous growth. They empower each teammate to learn from industry leaders, develop their skills, and build lasting connections nationwide.

Are you an experienced software engineer who thrives on building systems that directly power business outcomes? We're looking for a Software Engineer II to help design, develop, and support our GEP procurement platform and connected systems, playing a critical role in how our organization operates and scales.

In this role, you'll work hands‑on with modern technologies to build secure, scalable, and high‑performance solutions used across the enterprise. You won't just write code-you'll help shape engineering best practices, influence design decisions, and take ownership of production systems that matter.

This is a hybrid position which will require the candidate to report and work from the office at least three days a week. Therefore, interested candidates should be within a 50-minute radius from Temple, TX.

Benefits you can count on:

• Day 1 Benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA/HSA, and company-paid life insurance
• Paid time off begins day one.
• 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan after 90 days.
• Additional benefits: pet insurance, maternity/paternity leave, employee assistance programs, discount programs, tuition reimbursement program, and more!

This is an ideal opportunity for an engineer who enjoys solving complex problems, improving platforms over time, and partnering closely with cross‑functional teams to deliver reliable, high‑impact software.

What You'll Do:

• Design, develop, test, and maintain enterprise‑grade software supporting GEP and related procurement platforms
• Improve reliability, performance, and security of business‑critical applications
• Provide technical leadership within your product area, including influencing architecture and engineering standards
• Collaborate closely with product, business, and technology partners to deliver solutions that scale
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or related field.
• 3 years of experience in procurement system administration and software development (strongly preferred)
• Proven ability to support and enhance enterprise platforms in production environments
• A mindset of ownership, continuous improvement, and engineering excellence
• This position requires the ability to read, write, and understand English at a level sufficient to perform job-related tasks effectively and safely. This includes understanding work instructions, safety protocols, and communications essential to the role. The requirement is directly related to the nature of the job and ensures compliance with workplace safety and operational standards.

Why Join Us:

• Work on technology that directly impacts how the business operates
• Take ownership of high‑visibility, mission‑critical systems
• Partner with experienced engineers and cross‑functional leaders

If you're passionate about building dependable software, influencing technical direction, and working on systems that truly matter, we'd love to hear from you.

Fit the following? We want you here!

• Teamwork oriented
• Organized
• Problem solver
• Detailed

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We've been forging our path as a leader in the distribution industry since 1894. Building an expansive nationwide network of team members for 130 years has allowed us to stay agile for our clients across the restaurant, retail, and e-commerce industries. We look to the future and are ready to continue making industry-defining moves by embracing the newest technology into our practices, continuing team member training, and emphasizing our people-centered culture.

Candidates may be subject to a background check and drug screen, in accordance with applicable laws.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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