Area Manager I, Return to Inventory

Area Manager, RTI (Return to Inventory)

Factor a brand of HelloFresh is looking for an inventory supervisor to manage the day-to-day functions of the inventory department including supervising the work in process (WIP) inventory of semi-finished goods, subassemblies, or “sub-recipes”. This includes management of all product movements and their respective transactions, replenishments, inventory-related projects, researching and reconciling inventory discrepancies.

You will...

• Manage the movement of goods in a timely manner while ensuring first expiry, first out as well as safety measures like two-person moves
• Utilize the “Holding Cooler / Return to Inventory (RTI)” layout and communicate shortages to minimize food waste. Include the proper storage, labeling practices, in accordance with warehouse plans.
• Ensure the optimal inventory levels of WIP inventory are maintained to fulfill daily sales needs
• Provide timely service to the kitchen and production departments while minimizing warehouse impacts like labor, waste and quality
• Develop and motivate your team to solve day-to-day operational issues and reach short- and long-term performance goals
• Assist with year-end audit and inventory counts as needed
• Deliver effective change leadership while driving business changes and minimizing people impact
• Communicate and collaborate cross-functionally
• Build people capability through effective employee relations, hiring, training, and communication for front-line hourly personnel and inventory team members
• Maintain the inventory system to aid in production scheduling
• Maintain all housekeeping and safety standards and training
• Identify and execute productivity opportunities to help facility meet annual operating plan
• Complete other projects and duties as assigned
• You will have a regular presence on the floor and occasionally lift up to 40 lbs
• You may require off-shift and weekend work

You Are…

• Detail Oriented
• Experienced lean and continuous improvement
• Flexible and reliable in covering scheduled shifts that support 24/7 production operations   
• Excellent with your communication skills  
• Able to multi-task and prioritize tasks 
• Self-directed and motivated for finding the most important problems to solve in the facility

You have...

• Two or more years of experience with warehousing, production, or culinary departments.
• A proficiency in data entry, calculations, and inventory management detail
• Food industry experience is a plus!
• Your experience with supervising front line staff in a performance-driven, challenging environment
• Experience working with Google Suite and Microsoft Office
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to get results through mentoring others, effective coaching, leading a team-based approach to decision-making

You’ll get…

• Competitive hourly rate, 401K company match that vests immediately upon participation, & team bonus opportunities
• Generous PTO and flexible attendance policy 
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits with options at $0 monthly, effective first day of employment
• Up to 85% discount on subscriptions to HelloFresh meal plans (HelloFresh, Green Chef, Everyplate, and Factor_)   
• Access to Employee Resource Groups that are open to all employees, including those pertaining to BIPOC, women, veterans, parents, and LGBTQ+
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