Inventory Control Manager - Clark Associates : Job Details

The foodservice professional's premier source for restaurant equipment, supplies, and knowledge online. Our purpose is to empower and equip people to run their businesses more profitably and efficiently.As the Inventory Control Manager, you will be one of the key members of the leadership team. Thisrole will require an individual with the ability to problem solve, strong leadership experience, attention to detail, time management, and one who knows how to develop a new team. We understand that an investment in our employees is an investment in our continued success. We value hard work, dedication, and individual growth and development. We achieve this by encouraging collaboration, employee engagement, and open communication between all levels of employees.At 1.2M sq ft in size, this is our newest, largest, and most automated Distribution Center in our network, located in Hagerstown, Maryland. This operation is in the early phases, and the next 12 months will be dedicated to the build-out of this facility and the entire operations team. This is an opportunity to set expectations, processes, and develop your own winning team from the start. If you can see yourself thriving in this type of environment, apply today to join the team!Salary Range: $75,000 - $90,000POSITION SUMMARYThe Inventory Control Manager (ICM) is responsible for managing all operations related to inventory control, expediting, product placement, and maximizing cubic efficiency. The ICM will provide leadership, direction, and oversight to maintain accurate inventory within the facility, working with all other departments to root cause problems, implement solutions, and monitor progress. The ICM has functional knowledge of all other departments within the DC and holds others accountable to proper inventory practices.ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.OperationalTrain, coach, develop and hold accountable up to X employees to achieve operational metrics and satisfy the needs of the distribution center.Manage all operations regarding Inventory Control including facilitating customer re-shipment requests, removing roadblocks for our shipping department, acting as Quality Assurance for all other departments and maximizing cubic efficiency within the DC.Prepare the facility for new inventory, collaborating with the facilities department to manipulate storage racking and eliminating dead stock.Maintain a high degree of inventory accuracy, complying with company policies such as Cycle Counts and Audits.Establish and maintain a collaborative relationship with procurement, with an emphasis on communication.Ensure the quality of receiving, stocking, and shipping processes through analysis and development of current/new operational strategies. Provide comprehensive training to inventory personnel on issue resolution and effective communication.Generate reporting to improve the accuracy of inventory throughout each department, initiate and oversee projects once problems have been identified.Ensure the proper rotation of food products within the facility, issue accountability for mistakes made in this area, communicating with procurement if an issue is identified.Lead weekly and monthly meetings to share information including metrics review, areas of improvement, employee relations issues, and provide updates on ongoing initiatives and related projects.Analyze opportunities for improvement including productivity growth, cost reduction, damage mitigation, and increased process efficiency.PeopleEnsure the timely completion of all employee performance reviews and provide frequent and constructive feedback to all team members in accordance with the Great Employees Only philosophy.Interact with employees regularly to promote a high level of engagement and ensure all safety regulations are followed.Promptly complete all admin duties relating to employee management to the expected standard.LeadershipCollaborate with the leadership team within the building to meet the needs of the DC and foster a team mentality.Create development plans for employees to generate engagement and a leadership bench, with a focus on Team Leaders.Maintain a high level of integrity and honesty, embodying the core values of the company and modeling them for our employees.Serve as a leader not only for the assigned department but for the entire distribution center, holding peers, managers, and employees accountable to expectations.EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCEMinimum of 2 years of relevant experience in operations management; 2-3 years' experience with receiving and inventory management preferred.Associate degree in a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience; Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.Experience working in a distribution environment preferred.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIESProficiency with MS Office required (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).Strong analytical and problem-solving skills required.Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to explain technical and complex concepts in a simple and concise way to ensure ease of understanding.Demonstrated ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.Ability to quickly adapt as business needs change; ability to address difficult situations with diplomacy and emotional intelligence.Customer service-oriented attitude with a demonstrated desire to exceed expectations.Ability to work off-shift as required to respond to urgent needs.PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Work is performed while standing and/or walking, up to and including 10 hours/day.Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision, and hearing.Requires the regular use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations.Requires regular bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, and reaching.Requires the ability to regularly lift/carry 50-75lbs. and push/pull up to 150lbs.WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and vehicles. Occasional activities may involve exposure to marked changes in temperature and humidity, and exposure to dust, fumes, and gases. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The passage of employees through the work area is average and normal.TRAVEL REQUIREMENTSMay require occasional travel to other facilities within the region.#J-18808-Ljbffr