Inventory Control Lead - KPI & Process Improvements

Reser's; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Reser's in Memphis, TN is seeking an Inventory Coordinator to coordinate and lead inventory activities at a food manufacturing plant. The role requires hands-on management of cycle counts, accuracy, and data entry within a fast-paced facility.

The position involves reporting progress to management, training staff on scanning and receiving processes, and leading improvement projects to reduce losses and improve reconciliation.

Qualifications

• 2+ years inventory experience required
• Food industry experience preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Basic PC and 10-key skills required
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English
• English/Spanish bilingual is a plus
• Ability to work a flexible schedule based on production demand

Responsibilities

• Assist in monitoring KPIs for inventory accuracy, cycle count compliance, and variance reduction.
• Report progress to management and propose corrective actions.
• Report production scan issues to supervisors and assist with training.
• Report receiving scan issues to supervisors and assist with training.
• Coordinate raw material substitutions and changes with receiving and inventory.
• Ensure accurate transactions and timely communication.
• Lead projects focused on reducing inventory losses and improving reconciliation processes.
• Collaborate with Production, QA, Purchasing, and Warehouse teams to identify root causes and implement solutions.
• Mentor team members for career progression.
• Analyze trends in inventory variances, negative balances, and hold items. Present findings in daily meetings and recommend process improvements.
• Participates in interview process and makes hiring recommendations.
• Participates and contributes in annual performance reviews and makes recommendations on pay increases, disciplinary actions.
• Attends and participates in supervisory meetings.
• Regular attendance and punctuality is required due to working with people, items and equipment that are at the facility.

Skills

Inventory control

Cycle count

KPIs monitoring

Training & mentoring

Interdepartmental coordination

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

10-key data entry

Basic PC skills

Job description

Reser's in Memphis, TN is seeking an Inventory Coordinator to coordinate and lead inventory activities at a food manufacturing plant. The role requires hands-on management of cycle counts, accuracy, and data entry within a fast-paced facility.

The position involves reporting progress to management, training staff on scanning and receiving processes, and leading improvement projects to reduce losses and improve reconciliation.