Warehouse Lead/Inventory Assistant chez Premier Food Supplies LLC

Description

Job Summary:

The Warehouse Supervisor supports the Warehouse Manager in overseeing daily operations within a fast-paced food distribution facility. This role is responsible for supervising warehouse personnel, ensuring food safety compliance, optimizing inventory control, and maintaining efficient shipping and receiving processes. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with strong organizational skills and experience in cold storage and food-grade warehousing.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Assists Warehouse Manager with hiring and training of new employees.
• Schedules and oversees warehouse staff.
• Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Implements and oversees FEFO/FIFO inventory management best practices to ensure system accuracy and product integrity
• Receives and records new inventory as it is delivered; inspects and stores it according to policy.
• Conducts physical inventory, compares results to computerized inventory, and reconciles any differences.
• Coordinates stock and inventory replenishments as needed.
• Ensures accurate placement and organization of all inventory within designated warehouse locations to maintain efficient stock management
• Transfers inventory to trucks for delivery in a timely manner and according to schedule.
• Coordinates transfers of inventory between facilities.
• Monitors Warehouse expenditures; implements corrective actions if needed.
• Enforces operating instructions and safety policies.
• Resolves routine fleet and equipment issues.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Trains staff on in-house tools and best practices (i.e. ERP and WMS tools, Forklift, EPJ, safety, etc)

Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Ability to anticipate and solve problems.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to meet deadlines.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match, once eligible
• Life Insurance (Employer Sponsored & Voluntary options available)
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• PTO (5 days upon hire)
• 6 Paid Holidays per year
• Referral Program

Requirements

Required Skills:

• Proficient in FEFO inventory management methodologies
• 1-3 years of experience with ERP/WMS with a focus on shipping, receiving, and inventory management.
• 1-3 years of experience in Food Distribution in cold storage
• Languages: English (Proficient), Spanish (any proficiency is a plus)
• Power Equipment Experience (Forklift & EPJ )
• Fleet Management Tools such as GeoTab
• Employee Timecard Review
• Experience with WH/Fleet Maintenance

Education and Experience:

• Associate degree in Business or similar discipline required.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in the food & beverage industry within distribution or manufacturing are required.
• Bi-Lingual (Spanish) a plus, not required. 

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods on feet up to full time 
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.