Inventory Control Associate

About Quirch Foods

In business for over 50 years, Quirch Foods is a global distributor and exporter of fresh and frozen food products with a unique focus on ethnic cultures. We service our customers from 5 distribution centers strategically located in the United States. We have consistently been ranked among the top 50 exporters in the US and are one of the largest importers of seafood. Our customers include independent grocers, chain supermarkets, foodservice distributors, cruise lines, restaurants and food processors/manufacturers. We have an extensive product list with over 8,000 SKU's and carry niche brands such as Panamei, Mambo and Chiquita along with national brands like Tyson, IBP, Excel, JBS, Iowa Premium, Smithfield, Dietz & Watson, along with many others. We are headquartered in Coral Gables, FL.

Quirch is a portfolio company of Palladium Equity Partners, a leading mid-market private equity fund based in New York City, which partnered with the Executive Team to capitalize on Quirch Foods’ record of excellence and to grow it decisively beyond its current business.

Position Summary:

Quirch Foods is seeking an experienced Inventory Control Associate to join our team. The Inventory Control Associate will be responsible for data entry and overall inventory processes and controls.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

· Identify gaps in inventory accuracy and works closely with management to correct process and practice

· Develop and compile an industry brand database

· Monitor procedures to ensure inventory in all warehouses is properly accounted for

· Monitor all areas related to inventory movement to ensure inventory integrity and accuracy

· Assist with reporting cycle count results and identifies necessary recounts

· Generate purchase orders and track them within the company’s system

• Perform thorough research and documentation of inventory discrepancies
• Work closely with purchasing and accounts payable teams to allocate overhead expenses to purchase orders
• Work closely with sales, purchasing, and logistics teams to invoice all direct shipments
• Identify gaps in inventory accuracy and work to correct this process and practice
• Audit outside storage agreements and rates
• Establish and maintain high standards for quality and productivity
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Requirements:

· 1-2 years of inventory control experience required; preferably in the food distribution industry

· High school diploma required; associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred

· Active listening and ease in asking questions is essential

· Comfortable in a collaborative and cooperative environment; willing to work independently and on teams

· Strong verbal and communication skills

· Must be able to maintain confidentiality

· Excellent organizational and time management skills; ability to multitask

· Employee must be sensitive to personal demeanor and appearance, corporate needs, employee goodwill, and public image

· Demonstrate initiative, resourcefulness, and willingness to develop new skills and knowledge

· Must be bilingual in English and Spanish

· Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook

Benefits You Will Enjoy:

· Comprehensive benefits package that includes: Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug Plan, Disability Plan, Life insurance Plan

· 401K savings Plan

· Paid Holidays

· Personal Time off

· Employee Discounts

Quirch Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. All applicants must be eligible to work in the United States.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• What is your desired compensation?

Experience:

• Inventory control: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person