Inventory Control Specialist

Aramark; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark in Boston is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Coordinator III responsible for purchasing and storage of food and kitchen supplies from vendors, evaluating quotes to select cost-effective suppliers, and enforcing purchasing policies. The role manages weekly inventory, coordinates delivery and returns, and ensures proper storage, FIFO, and compliance with Prima standards.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma, at least two years in food service, and strong data and supply chain

Qualifications

• High School diploma required.
• Two years of food service experience required.
• Proficient with computer systems.
• Able to read and interpret procedures and write routine reports.
• Ability to apply fractions, percentages, ratios to practical tasks.
• Demonstrates management, leadership, planning and organization skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintains friendly, efficient service attitude toward customers and coworkers.
• Places all food, supply, and equipment orders for the department.
• Orders to par levels using guides, sheets and menus; purchases to keep stock.
• Prepares return material documentation for credits.
• Assists staff with back-orders, product changes, and inventory discrepancies.
• Keeps abreast of contract/profile changes in Group Purchasing Organizations.
• Receives and stores deliveries; uses FIFO; checks for spoilage and dated items.
• Maintains clean, organized storage areas with proper labeling and dating.
• Complies with Prima standards.
• Supports Prima requirements including weekly menu maintenance and invoice entry.

Skills

Computer literacy

Analytical skills

Mathematical concepts

Leadership

Planning & organization

Education

High School diploma (GED)

Job description

Job Description

The Strategic Sourcing Coordinator III is responsible for the purchasing and storage of food and kitchen supplies from vendors. Evaluation of vendor quotes and services to determine the most cost effective suppliers. Utilize prudent buyer concepts according to established purchasing policies and procedures. Responsible for weekly inventory and organization of product, as well as the distribution of food and food supplies. Relies on experience and judgment and accomplish goals to perform a variety of tasks.

Job Description

The Strategic Sourcing Coordinator III is responsible for the purchasing and storage of food and kitchen supplies from vendors. Evaluation of vendor quotes and services to determine the most cost effective suppliers. Utilize prudent buyer concepts according to established purchasing policies and procedures. Responsible for weekly inventory and organization of product, as well as the distribution of food and food supplies. Relies on experience and judgment and accomplish goals to perform a variety of tasks.

COMPENSATION: The Hourly rate for this position is $26.00 to $26.00. If both numbers are the same, that is the amount that Aramark expects to offer. This is Aramark's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position as of the time of posting.

BENEFITS: Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources. Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage. Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works. For more information about Aramark benefits, click here Aramark Careers - Benefits & Compensation.

There is no predetermined application window for this position, the position will close once a qualified candidate is selected. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law, including, but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act, and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance to the extent that those laws apply to the opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Maintains friendly, efficient, positive customer service attitude toward customers, clients, and co-workers. Is responsive to customer needs.
• Places all food, supply, and equipment orders for the Food and Nutrition Department
• Orders efficiently to establish par levels. Uses order guides, production sheets, menus, and catering requests to assure all products are on hand. Purchases in quantities that ensure an adequate stock at all time in accordance with established procedures. Orders special diet foods and supplements as necessary. Uses approved vendors unless otherwise directed.
• Prepares proper return material documentation for food and supplies to be sent back for credit.
• Assists Food and Nutrition employees, Supervisors, and Managers by providing information on back-orders, change of product, and inventory discrepancies.
• Keeps abreast of changes, additions and deletions of in the contract and agreement profile of all Group Purchasing Organizations which the hospital is a member.
• Receives, breaks down, and properly stores all department deliveries in a timely manner. Follow FIFO when putting orders away. Monitors deliveries for damaged, spoiled, or out of date items. Dates all perishable items properly. Conducts weekly inventory, keeps prices updated.
• Maintains all storage areas so that they are clean and organized. Spot checks storage areas for proper labeling and dating standards. Disposes of trash and garbage in appropriate manner as needed.
• Compliance with all Prima standards.
• Assists in maintaining Prima requirements including weekly menu maintenance, entering over/under for food usage, and invoice entry and linking.

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

Qualifications

• Position requires a High School diploma for General Education degree (GED).
• Two years prior food service experience required.
• Ability to use the computer and computer systems proficiently.
• Ability to read and interpret procedural documents and write routine reports and correspondence using prescribed format and conform to all rules of punctuation, grammar, diction and style.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistics.
• Ability to apply concepts fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Requires management and leadership skills in addition to good planning and organization skills.

Education

About Aramark

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.