US Foods · 2 hours ago
Inventory Control Manager
Grand Island, NE
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$65K/yr - $100K/yr
5+ years expUS Foods is a food distribution company seeking an Inventory Control Manager to oversee inventory management and lead the Finance and Supply Chain functions. The role involves cross-functional collaboration, continuous improvement, and team leadership to drive key inventory metrics and ensure operational excellence.
E-CommerceFood and BeverageFood ProcessingSnack Food
Responsibilities
Labor planning and scheduling of inventory control staff – Ensure all activities are completed timely, as labor availability and priorities change, utilizing all personnel effectively. Includes prioritizing and delegating ad hoc requests in cooperation with warehouse operations personnel
Associate coaching and development – Attract, develop, and lead a highly skilled and motivated team, instilling accountability through clear expectations and performance metrics
Apply root cause analysis to drive continuous improvement – Work with cross-functional partners to identify opportunities for improvement and develop/implement best practices/routines. Continuously measure impact and ROI of improvement measures
Cross-functional collaboration and influence – Identify and resolve root causes of inventory losses, working with cross-functional partners to problem solve and implement preventive measures. Consistently analyze and report Inventory Adjustments on a weekly basis, with special attention on trends and key variables impacting inventory performance
Reclamation of vendor packaging issues – Takes ownership of the reclamation process, collaborating with buyers for billback and/or on-site repackaging of product. Review data and analyze for trends
Manage non-saleable (suspense) inventory – Takes ownership of inventory placed into suspense (Fresh to Frozen, recall, damage, etc.) and effectively partners with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure timely resolution
Review and approve customer credit requests; determine root causes for process improvement and prevent duplication
SOX compliance – Effectively perform controls such as Inventory report review, open delivery route aging and reconciliation reports and 100% quarterly cycle count completion
Lead with a safety, service and cost mindset that ensures that every US Foods associate remains injury free, always. Champion safety procedures, processes and training to create and maintain a safety-first culture in the warehouse
Discuss Inventory Clerk performance with Area Directors, Finance and create plans to address gaps. Drive associate engagement, retention, and create a culture that embodies US Foods values
Create a cohesive organization by keeping lines of communication open and directing workforce to ensure efficient workflow
Build high-performing teams by reviewing staffing requirements and monitoring the interviewing and hiring of inventory personnel. Review performance, coach to achieve productivity and safety targets, and deliver disciplinary action
Identify and stop waste - Improve processes to complete work more safely and efficiently
Accountable for delivering on our Key Results by collaborating with Operations, Replenishment, Sales, and Merchandising on the Key Outcomes and actions to achieve Inventory Adjustment results
Other duties assigned by manager
Qualification
Required
5 years of experience in inventory control or warehousing
Strong understanding of inventory control procedures
Excellent analytical skills
Intermediate level proficiency with Microsoft Excel
Intermediate level proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite programs (Outlook, SharePoint, PowerPoint, etc.)
Demonstrated supervisory experience and time management skills
Ability to inspire followership of peers and team members
Excellent communication skills
Experience with timekeeping, warehousing and distribution back-office systems
High School diploma or equivalent required
Forklift and HAACP training will be provided; certification within 1st 90 days required
Preferred
Experience in leading continuous improvement (Lean, Six Sigma, Agile, etc.)
Experience in foodservice distribution
Associates degree with management or supply chain background preferred
Company
US Foods
US Foods is a foodservice distributor that provides its customers with innovative food offerings and a suite of business solutions.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2BKey Investors
National Safety CouncilKohlberg Kravis RobertsCommonwealth's Opportunity Fund
2025-06-25Grant· $0.02M
2024-09-27Post Ipo Debt· $500M
2023-09-11Post Ipo Debt· $1B
Leadership Team
Dirk Locascio
Chief Financial Officer
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Greg Schaffner
Regional President
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