Inventory Control - Team Lead

FreshRealm is currently hiring an Inventory Control Team Lead who will be responsible for managing inventory, executing order and fulfillment activities within a fast-paced production plant within FreshRealm’s operations team. The position is responsible for providing employee direction, assisting supervisors in controlling and executing all processes within assigned areas. Expectations are that the ideal candidate will ensure maximum efficiency while maintaining the highest standards of company specifications, follows all health, safety standards and enforces the use of PPE.

Key Responsibilities

• Inventory management responsibilities
• Execution of fulfillment activities including receiving, putting away, picking, and shipping.
• Achieve key metrics across inventory and fulfillment
• Maintain real-time and accurate inventory records, visibility, notify leadership of shortages or other problems that could impact product availability
• Maintain and communicate inventory metrics on a weekly and monthly basis
• Controls daily operations and monitors workflow within assigned areas
• Conducts investigation of discrepancies and inconsistencies in distribution processes
• Assists with identifying departmental process improvements
• Responsible for reporting daily performance metrics on employees, assuring accuracy within processes
• Responsible for employee training within assigned areas on SOP’s, and their assigned warehouse functions
• Ensures safety and security processes are followed
• Ensures all distribution related documentation is maintained in an orderly and accessible manner
• May be required to step in and assist with warehouse, forklift or clerk duties
• Maintains an acceptable work area as outlined in SOP and work instructions
• Responsible for following Good Documentation Practices (GDP) as outlined in SOP
• Must follow all safety instructions to maintain safe working conditions and to adhere to proper operating practices and procedures designed to prevent injuries and illnesses
• May be required to perform other duties as assigned
• Receive inbound product, ship outbound product and audit inbound & outbound movements for accuracy
  
  

Qualifications

Skills and Requirements

• Basic math skills required (counting, multiplication, conversions, fractions)
• Practical experience with ERP software required (SAP experience a plus)
• Demonstrated skills with industrial powered equipment required. Certification for equipment as required based on facility needs (for example, forklift, scissor lift, electric pallet jack, reach truck, etc.
• Ability to work flexible hours on occasion to support all shifts which may include weekends
• Ability to tolerate short periods of exposure to freezer temperatures
• Previous experience within a logistics and inventory warehouse environment
• Previous experience with a warehouse management system (WMS) is a plus
• Must be extremely detail oriented and organized while working in a fast-paced environment
• Must have good analytical skills and ability to follow multi-step instructions
• Excellent customer service, troubleshooting ability, organizational and time-management skills are key
• Strong communication skills, both written, verbal and computer skills, including Microsoft Excel
  
  

Experience And Education

• High School Degree / GED preferred
• Minimum of 3 year of experience in inventory and receiving, management experience preferred.
• Demonstrated analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and creative thinking skills
• Experience with warehouse (WMS), operations (OMS), and enterprise (ERP) management systems and processes a plus
• Must be 18 or older to apply as required for machinery and/or equipment utilization
  
  

What We Offer

• Comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees including medical, dental, vision, pet insurance and legal insurance
• 401(k) with company match that is immediately vested
• Life and ADD insurance
• Opportunities for career growth with a dynamic company that is changing the landscape of fresh meals.
• Unlimited paid time off (PTO)
  
  

Our Values at Work

We believe that ACTIONS speak louder than words and our company values align to those ACTIONS.

In Our Daily Work, This Looks Like

• ACCOUNTABILITY: Set clear objectives and prioritize your tasks Hold yourself and your teams accountable for meeting deadlines Learn from your mistakes and use it as a learning opportunity to improve next time.
• CHALLENGE WITH CURIOSITY: We challenge and engage with each other through curiosity and a drive to innovate and transform. This encourages us to learn from one another, be open-minded to other perspectives and possibilities, and continuously improve and problem-solve with intensity. We persevere through challenges, observe patterns, and pay attention to the details to make connections others may overlook, allowing us to exceed expectations.
• TRANSPARENCY & HONESTY: Maintain open and consistent communication. Admit mistakes and take ownership Document decisions to help avoid misunderstandings.
• INNOVATION: Work with the end-user in mind and create solutions that will add value Question existing norms, assumptions, and best practices Experiment and take calculated, data-driven risks.
• OBJECTIVITY: Utilize data and make data-driven decisions at every opportunity
• NIMBLENESS: Utilize time management to help stay focused and on task with urgency and adjust accordingly. Delegate and trust others to handle specific responsibilities with resources and support.
• SUCCESS THROUGH OUR CUSTOMERS: Know your audience and the type of work they expect to receive as the end-result of a project, initiative, or task Seek feedback at different stages to ensure you’re on the right track foster collaboration among cross-functional teams to ensure you’re providing the best experience and service to our consumers.
  
  

Employee pay will vary based on factors such as qualifications, experience, skill level, competencies and work location. We will meet minimum wage or minimum of the pay range (whichever is higher) based on city, county and state requirements.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.