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WebstaurantStore · 1 day ago

1st Shift Assistant Manager - Inventory Control

Lebanon, TN

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

WebstaurantStore is the largest online food service equipment and supply company, and they are seeking an Assistant Manager for Inventory Control at their new distribution center in Lebanon, Tennessee. The role involves managing daily operations related to inventory control, training staff, ensuring quality processes, and collaborating with the leadership team to enhance productivity and employee engagement.

Consumer GoodsIndustrialManufacturingService Industry

Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Assists with the management of day-to-day 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

Train, coach, develop and hold accountable up to X employees to achieve operational metrics and satisfy the needs of the distribution center

At the direction of and in collaboration with the Inventory Control Manager, the Inventory Control Assistant Manager will: 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, and 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, communicate with procurement if an issue is identified

Works closely with the Inventory Control Manager to monitor daily, weekly, and monthly metrics for the receiving department; identify and resolve operating issues as needed

Provide clear and frequent communication to all teams regarding company policies and procedures

In collaboration with the Inventory Control Manager, 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

Assists in analyzing opportunities for improvement including productivity growth, cost reduction, damage mitigation, and increased process efficiency

Ensure 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

Collaborate with the leadership team within the building to meet the needs of the DC and foster a team mentality

Work with the Inventory Control Manager and Team Leads to 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

Qualification

Operations leadershipInventory managementAnalytical skillsMS Office proficiencyCommunication skillsCustomer service orientationProblem-solving skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in operations leadership

Experience working in a distribution or manufacturing environment preferred

Proficiency 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

Work is performed while standing and/or walking, up to and including 12 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, push, or pull medium weights, up to 75lbs

Preferred

Experience working in a distribution or manufacturing environment preferred

Benefits

Medical

Vision

Dental

PTO

Paid Maternity Leave

Paid Parental Leave

Life Insurance

Disability

Dependent Care FSA

401(k) matching

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Incentives

Company Discounts

AT&T & Verizon Discount

Bonus Opportunities

Accident Insurance

Critical Illness Insurance

Adoption Assistance

On-Site Fitness Centers

Dog-friendly Offices

Company

WebstaurantStore

Glassdoor3.9

Since WebstaurantStore's start in 2004, we have worked hard to build an innovative, easy-to-use website that meets the purchasing needs of foodservice professionals throughout the world.

Founded in 2004

Lititz, Pennsylvania, USA

5001-10000 employees