Asst Inventory Control Mgr

Colonial Group; Fort Worth (TX); Ibrido; USD 55.000 - 85.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

401(k) with Company Match + 100% Ofpro

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Wellness, EAP & Educational Assistance

Descrizione del lavoro

Ben E. Keith Company in Fort Worth, TX is seeking an Assistant Inventory Control Manager to support the Inventory Control Manager in maintaining accurate stock levels and coordinating inventory activities across the distribution network.

You will supervise Inventory Control and Returns Associates, schedule staff, assist with month-end close, and ensure compliance with FDA and USDA guidelines while collaborating with Purchasing, Accounts Payable, Operations, and Food Safety.

Competenze

• Minimum 2 years of inventory control experience required.
• Previous management or supervisory experience preferred.
• Food service or distribution experience preferred.
• Knowledge of FDA and USDA guidelines preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Experience with warehouse RF systems/scanners preferred.
• Strong data entry and organizational skills.

Mansioni

• Oversee daily inventory control and returns processes to ensure inventory accuracy and product availability.
• Identify and resolve discrepancies between system and physical inventory counts.
• Schedule and monitor cycle counts and inventory audits.
• Analyze inventory reports and trends to improve accuracy, efficiency, and inventory levels.
• Monitor dead, damaged, and returned inventory and coordinate vendor returns.
• Assist with recalls, product quality concerns, and food safety issues.
• Work with Purchasing, Accounts Payable, Operations, Returns, and Food Safety to resolve inventory-related issues.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and help reduce shrink and inventory variances.
• Assist with month-end inventory activities, reporting, and recordkeeping.
• Ensure products are properly coded, located, and slotted within the warehouse.
• Support compliance with company inventory control procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Supervise and support Inventory Control and Returns Associates.
• Schedule associates, monitor attendance, approve payroll, and assist with performance management.
• Participate in interviewing, hiring, training, and employee development.
• Provide coaching and feedback while promoting a professional and ethical work environment.
• Assist the Inventory Control Manager with departmental planning and process improvements.

Conoscenze

Inventory control

Supervisory

Leadership

Data entry

Strumenti

Microsoft Office

RF scanners

Descrizione del lavoro

Posted Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at 6:00 AM

At Ben E. Keith Company, our legacy is strong—and our future is even stronger.

For more than a century, we’ve been leaders in fine food and premium beverage distribution, known for delivering excellence and building lasting partnerships. Today, our Food Division spans multiple states, and our Beverage Division brings top beverage brands to communities across Texas.

But what truly sets us apart is our commitment to people. We invest in our employees, empower growth, and create opportunities to make an impact—because when our people succeed, so do our customers and our business. Since 1906, that’s been our promise.

Position Summary and Responsibilities:

The Assistant Inventory Control Manager assists the Inventory Control Manager in overseeing inventory control operations, maintaining accurate inventory levels, managing inventory personnel, and ensuring compliance with company, food safety, FDA, and USDA guidelines.

• Oversee daily inventory control and returns processes to ensure inventory accuracy and product availability.
• Identify and resolve discrepancies between system and physical inventory counts.
• Schedule and monitor cycle counts and inventory audits.
• Analyze inventory reports and trends to improve accuracy, efficiency, and inventory levels.
• Monitor dead, damaged, and returned inventory and coordinate vendor returns.
• Assist with recalls, product quality concerns, and food safety issues.
• Work with Purchasing, Accounts Payable, Operations, Returns, and Food Safety to resolve inventory-related issues.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and help reduce shrink and inventory variances.
• Assist with month-end inventory activities, reporting, and recordkeeping.
• Ensure products are properly coded, located, and slotted within the warehouse.
• Support compliance with company inventory control procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Supervise and support Inventory Control and Returns Associates.
• Schedule associates, monitor attendance, approve payroll, and assist with performance management.
• Participate in interviewing, hiring, training, and employee development.
• Provide coaching and feedback while promoting a professional and ethical work environment.
• Assist the Inventory Control Manager with departmental planning and process improvements.

Education and/ or Work Experience Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of inventory control experience required.
• Previous management or supervisory experience preferred.
• Food service or distribution experience preferred.
• Knowledge of FDA and USDA guidelines preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Experience with warehouse RF systems/scanners preferred.
• Strong data entry and 10-key skills.
• Ability to learn and use company-specific systems and applications.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to multitask and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Customer-focused and professional.
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions.
• Commitment to accuracy, safety, and ethical work practices.

We offer employees the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in collaborative, results-driven environments supported by competitive benefits, including:

• 401(k) with Company Match + 100% Company-Paid Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Wellness, EAP & Educational Assistance

At Ben E. Keith, we value a diverse and inclusive workforce where different perspectives drive better decisions and innovation. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affinitive Action employer and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, considering all qualified applicants, including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.