Inventory Control Lead

Full Time
Oxnard, CA 93030
Posted
Job description

General information

All posting locations: Oxnard, California, United States of America

Date Published: 13-Mar-2023

Ref #: R-67699

Description & Requirements

Department: Operations

Position Type: Full-time

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Reports To: Operations Specialist

Location: Hybrid- Oxnard- CA; Remote

Travel Required: No

About Primal Kitchen

Mark Sisson started Primal Kitchen with a simple mission: to change the way the world eats. Our life and our overall wellness are defined by the thousands of choices we make for ourselves and for our families every day- and choosing real food and investing in your health can lead to a more empowered you. Primal Kitchen condiments and sauces are made with high-quality ingredients that make mealtime easy and delicious- so you can get the most out of life.

In just five short years- Primal Kitchen has catapulted from a small but mighty natural foods start-up to an industry-disrupting leader in real-food condiments- dressings- sauces and pantry staples.

JOB SUMMARY:

The ideal candidate has experience with order processing and credit memos- understands inventory balancing- and is proficient in spreadsheets. A primary function of this role is to ensure order flows smoothly between external warehouses and the company’s ERP system. This role will work closely with all teams within Operations to provide support and insights through reporting and data analysis. As the Inventory Control Lead- you will be responsible for accurately updating our weekly sales data into our demand planning worksheets. The Inventory Control Lead works cross-functionally with various departments including Quality- Sales Operations- Production Planning- Sales and Marketing- and is vital to ensuring all stakeholders receive current and accurate inventory updates.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Oversee the day-to-day activities of our Inventory Coordinator

  • Assist with staff training and development

  • Assist the Operations Specialist with performance reviews

  • Assist with process improvements and written SOPs

  • Responsible for troubleshooting failed EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) orders due to inaccurate inventory- to ensure all orders are processed on time

  • Create and distribute daily inventory stock status report

  • Distribute Case Fill Rate report

  • Assist the Inventory Control team with monthly inventory audits

  • Maintain Product Quality Hold log

  • Manage and communicate the disposition of all inventory on hold

  • Assist in updating the production demand planning worksheets

  • Manage the inventory demand planner for the company’s warehouse in Oxnard- CA

  • Provide ongoing support and reporting to the Sales and Operations teams as requested

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • The following are the minimum qualifications which an individual needs in order to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this position:

  • 1-2 years minimum experience in a position within a related field

  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent

  • Intermediate proficiency using Microsoft365 and Google G-Suite required- specifically Excel and Google Sheets

  • Experience with an ERP system

  • Proficiency in finding the root cause of inventory discrepancies

PREFERRED SKILLS:

  • Motivated self-starter

  • Ability to multitask- error-free- in a fast-paced environment

  • Attention to detail

  • Ability to work cross departmentally

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

  • Excellent customer service skills with the ability to use judgment and tact with both internal and external customers and vendors

  • Positive problem-solving attitude

  • Ability to learn quickly and work in a team-oriented environment

$24.00/hr - $26.00/hr DOE

About Us

The Kraft Heinz Company is one of the largest food and beverage companies in the world, with eight $1 billion+ brands and global sales of approximately $25 billion. We’re a globally trusted producer of high-quality, great-tasting, and nutritious foods for over 150 years. Our brands are truly global, with products produced and marketed in over 40 countries. These beloved products include condiments and sauces, cheese and dairy, meals, meats, refreshment beverages, coffee, infant and nutrition products, and numerous other grocery products in a portfolio of more than 200 legacy and emerging brands.

No matter the brand, we’re united under one vision: To sustainably grow by delighting more consumers globally. Bringing this vision to life is our team of 39,000+ food lovers, creative thinkers, and high performers worldwide. Together, we help provide meals to those in need through our global partnership with Rise Against Hunger. We also stand committed to responsible, sustainable practices that extend to every facet of our business, our consumers, and our communities. Every day, we’re transforming the food industry with bold thinking and unprecedented results. If you share our passion – and are ready to create the future, build a legacy, and lead as a global citizen – there’s only one thing to do: join our table and let’s make life delicious!

Our Culture of Ownership, Meritocracy and Collaboration

We're not afraid to think differently. Embrace new ideas. Dream big. We empower our people at every level – from entry-level intern to senior leader – to own their work. We share a responsibility to think like Owners – to be mindful of the collective and sustained success of Kraft Heinz – which we apply to every situation, every day.

As part of Kraft Heinz, you're supported to grow and achieve. You’re expected to bring your authentic self to work every day, to lead with humility, and drive outstanding performance at every level – and you’ll be rewarded. You’re given opportunities to leave a mark and build a legacy. But you won’t do it alone. You’re supported by passionate teammates along the way, and our collective, collaborative spirit fuels our incredible progress.

Vaccination & Office Collaboration Expectations

Our highest priority is always the health, wellbeing, and safety of our Kraft Heinz family. We require our office-based, home-based, R&D, and sales team members to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless approved for a medical or religious accommodation.

We believe our office environment fuels our collaboration, connection & community as an organization and allows our employees to grow toward greatness. We also believe providing a more flexible and agile model is essential in today’s workplace. A majority of our office-based employees will be able to work remotely for up to two days each week. Additionally, employees who are subject to this hybrid model will be eligible to work from anywhere for up to six weeks in a rolling 12-month period (in maximum two-week increments and according to benefits and tax guidelines). Some jobs may be required to be performed fully in office depending on the role’s responsibilities and requirements.

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact HRCompliance@kraftheinz.com for assistance.

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