Warehouse Inventory Manager- Garden Grove, CA

Canteen North America; Garden Grove (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan

Health & Wellness

Discount Marketplace

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Canteen is seeking a detail-oriented Warehouse Inventory Manager in Garden Grove, CA to oversee inventory control and warehouse operations for our Office Coffee Service accounts. You will lead a high-performing team, maintain accurate records, and optimize processes to ensure product availability and efficiency.

The ideal candidate brings 2+ years in warehouse leadership, strong Excel skills, and experience with WMS/ERP systems.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of warehouse, inventory, distribution, supply chain, or operational leadership experience.
• Experience managing inventory control processes, cycle counts, auditing, reconciliation, and warehouse operations.
• Strong leadership skills with experience coaching and developing teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, formulas, reporting, inventory analysis, forecasting, and data management.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with inventory management systems, warehouse management systems (WMS), ERP platforms, or similar technology.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Ability to interpret operational reports, procedures, safety regulations, and company policies.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Union environment experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day warehouse and inventory operations supporting Micro Market, Vending, and Office Coffee Service accounts.
• Maintain accurate inventory records through cycle counts, audits, reconciliations, and inventory control best practices.
• Monitor inventory levels, product movement, and turnover to ensure product availability while minimizing loss, shrink, and waste.
• Oversee receiving, storage, picking, and distribution processes to ensure accurate and timely fulfillment.
• Analyze inventory and operational data to identify trends, forecast needs, and improve warehouse performance.
• Schedule and manage warehouse staffing to maximize productivity, control labor costs, and meet operational demands.
• Lead, coach, and develop warehouse associates while fostering a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, food safety standards, inventory procedures, and workplace safety requirements.
• Partner with operations teams to support route efficiency, customer satisfaction, and service execution.
• Oversee warehouse housekeeping, equipment maintenance, facility upkeep, and building security.
• Utilize reporting and performance metrics to identify opportunities for operational improvements and process efficiencies.

Skills

Inventory leadership

Cycle counts & audits

Advanced Excel

WMS/ERP knowledge

Data-driven decisions

Communication & collaboration

Driver's license

Tools

Inventory management systems

WMS

ERP platforms

Job description

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Pay Range: 70,000.00- 80,000.00

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About Canteen:

Canteen brings break time to everyone. We combine food, service, and experience backed by industry-leading technology to help companies create a better workplace and connect their employees. Canteen’s solutions include markets, office coffee and snacks, unattended retail, and culinary.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Their dedication, collaboration, and passion fuel our growth. Interested in joining our team? You bring the enthusiasm, customer service, and commitment; we’ll supply the opportunity and innovation. Together, we’ll continue to transform our industry.

Come for the job, stay for the career. We are Canteen.

Job Summary

Canteen is seeking a detail-oriented and results-driven Warehouse Inventory Manager to oversee inventory control and warehouse operations supporting our Office Coffee Service (OCS) businesses. This role is responsible for maintaining inventory accuracy, ensuring product availability, optimizing warehouse productivity, and leading a high-performing team. The ideal candidate combines strong operational leadership, inventory management expertise, and advanced analytical skills to drive efficiency, accuracy, and outstanding service.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day warehouse and inventory operations supporting Micro Market, Vending, and Office Coffee Service accounts.
• Maintain accurate inventory records through cycle counts, audits, reconciliations, and inventory control best practices.
• Monitor inventory levels, product movement, and turnover to ensure product availability while minimizing loss, shrink, and waste.
• Oversee receiving, storage, picking, and distribution processes to ensure accurate and timely fulfillment.
• Analyze inventory and operational data to identify trends, forecast needs, and improve warehouse performance.
• Schedule and manage warehouse staffing to maximize productivity, control labor costs, and meet operational demands.
• Lead, coach, and develop warehouse associates while fostering a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, food safety standards, inventory procedures, and workplace safety requirements.
• Partner with operations teams to support route efficiency, customer satisfaction, and service execution.
• Oversee warehouse housekeeping, equipment maintenance, facility upkeep, and building security.
• Utilize reporting and performance metrics to identify opportunities for operational improvements and process efficiencies.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of warehouse, inventory, distribution, supply chain, or operational leadership experience.
• Experience managing inventory control processes, cycle counts, auditing, reconciliation, and warehouse operations.
• Strong leadership skills with experience coaching and developing teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, formulas, reporting, inventory analysis, forecasting, and data management.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with inventory management systems, warehouse management systems (WMS), ERP platforms, or similar technology.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Ability to interpret operational reports, procedures, safety regulations, and company policies.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Union environment experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Associates At Canteen Are Offered Many Fantastic Benefits.

Full-time and part-time positions offer the following benefits to associates: Retirement Plan, Associate Shopping Program, Health and Wellness Programs, Discount Marketplace, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program
Full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance/AD, Disability Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.
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About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Canteen maintains a drug-free workplace.

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