Inventory Control Manager-Englewood CO

US Foods•Englewood, CO

4d•$80,000 - $125,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Manager, Inventory Control manages inventory and serves as a leader and key partner to Finance and Supply Chain. The role collaborates across the organization to improve processes, drive results, safeguard company assets, and deliver inventory metrics aligned with key results. The manager builds and develops a high-performing team, models US Foods’ Cultural Beliefs, and demonstrates leadership behaviors that achieve results through the team in the right way. The position plans and schedules inventory-control labor, coaches and develops associates, applies root-cause analysis to continuous improvement, and works cross-functionally to resolve inventory losses. It manages vendor packaging reclamation and non-saleable inventory, reviews customer credit requests, and performs SOX-related controls. The manager champions warehouse safety, supports associate engagement and retention, addresses performance gaps, hires and develops inventory personnel, and works with Operations, Replenishment, Sales, and Merchandising to achieve inventory results. Management may include up to nine employees, depending on market size and complexity. This is an onsite position in a US Foods office-based environment. The expected base salary is $80,000–$125,000, depending on relevant experience or education, skills, function, location, and other applicable factors. Forklift and HAACP training will be provided, with certification required within the first 90 days.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience in inventory control or warehousing.
Strong understanding of inventory-control procedures.
Excellent analytical skills.
Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite programs, including Outlook, SharePoint, and PowerPoint.
Demonstrated supervisory experience and time-management skills.
Ability to inspire followership among 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 and certification within the first 90 days; training will be provided.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree with a management or supply chain background.
Experience leading continuous improvement, such as Lean, Six Sigma, or Agile.
Experience in foodservice distribution.

Responsibilities

Plan and schedule inventory-control staff, adapt to changing labor availability and priorities, and delegate requests in cooperation with warehouse operations.
Attract, coach, develop, and lead a skilled, motivated team, setting clear expectations and performance metrics.
Use root-cause analysis with cross-functional partners to identify improvement opportunities, implement best practices, and measure impact and return on investment.
Identify and resolve inventory-loss root causes with cross-functional partners; analyze and report inventory adjustments weekly, focusing on trends and key variables.
Own vendor packaging reclamation, partnering with buyers on billbacks or onsite product repackaging and analyzing data for trends.
Manage non-saleable inventory in suspense, including Fresh to Frozen, recalls, and damaged product, and coordinate timely resolution with stakeholders.
Review and approve customer credit requests, identify root causes, and prevent recurring issues through process improvements.
Perform SOX controls, including inventory report review, open delivery route aging and reconciliation reports, and completion of quarterly cycle counts.
Champion safety procedures, processes, and training to maintain a safety-first warehouse culture and help ensure associates remain injury free.
Discuss Inventory Clerk performance with Area Directors and Finance and create plans to address performance gaps.
Drive associate engagement and retention, maintain open communication, and direct the workforce to support efficient workflow and a culture aligned with US Foods values.
Review staffing requirements and monitor interviewing and hiring of inventory personnel; review performance, coach employees toward productivity and safety targets, and deliver disciplinary action as needed.
Identify and reduce waste by improving the safety and efficiency of work processes.
Collaborate with Operations, Replenishment, Sales, and Merchandising on key outcomes and actions for inventory adjustment results.
Perform other duties assigned by the manager.