Graduate Fellowship: Interim Inventory Manager

Mid-Ohio Food Collective•Grove City, OH

About The Position

Mid-Ohio Food Collective (MOFC), an organization dedicated to ending hunger in central and eastern Ohio, is seeking a Graduate Fellow to serve as Interim Inventory Manager. This is a 12-month appointment beginning in February 2027, offering hands-on leadership in large-scale warehouse inventory operations, team supervision, and supply chain process improvement supporting regional food security. The role manages day-to-day warehouse inventory receipt and monitoring, inventory systems and reporting, inbound logistics, and product allocation for state and federal distribution programs. It also supports warehouse staff, oversees safety and food safety standards, and works with leadership to reduce waste and improve workflows. The position is based in a combined warehouse and office environment, including exposure to varying temperatures and cold storage or freezers. The fellowship is intended for someone enrolled in or recently graduated from a relevant master's degree program. MOFC is an equal opportunity and drug-free workplace; its pre-employment drug screening includes testing for marijuana (THC).

Requirements

Enrolled in or a recent graduate of a master's degree program in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration (MBA), Operations Management, or a related field.
Experience or coursework with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), database management, and advanced Microsoft Excel.
Strong data analysis and presentation capabilities.
Working knowledge of inventory control practices, including SOPs/GWPs.
Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Ability to work in a combined warehouse and office setting.
Comfort with moderate physical activity in varying temperature conditions, including cold storage and freezers.
Ability to undergo equipment safety training.

Responsibilities

Manage and direct day-to-day receipt and monitoring of warehouse inventory.
Oversee cycle counts, product rotation, hold and special-order tracking, and inventory database maintenance using warehouse management system (WMS) tools.
Support the warehouse inventory team and directly supervise an Inventory Coordinator and Customer Service Specialist.
Oversee product receipt and allocation for TEFAP, USDA, Feeding America, and local donor distribution programs.
Coordinate product recall procedures when necessary.
Manage inbound delivery schedules, dock operations, and receiving workflows.
Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and fiscal year-end inventory reports.
Partner with leadership to identify slow-moving stock, reduce waste, and recommend workflow improvements.
Lead weekly warehouse safety meetings and ensure compliance with food safety certifications and operational guidelines.
Perform other job-related activities or functions requested by the manager, subject to reasonable accommodation.