Area Manager I, Return to Inventory

Factor_ a brand of HelloFresh, is looking for an Area Manager, Return to 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 & their respective transactions, replenishments, inventory-related projects, researching & reconciling inventory discrepancies.

Position Responsibilities

• 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, & 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 & production departments while minimizing warehouse impacts like labor, waste & quality
• Develop & motivate your team to solve day-to-day operational issues & reach short- & long-term performance goals
• Assist with year-end audit & inventory counts as needed
• Deliver effective change leadership while driving business changes & minimizing people impact
• Communicate & collaborate cross-functionally
• Build people capability through effective employee relations, hiring, training, & communication for front-line hourly personnel & inventory team members
• Maintain the inventory system to aid in production scheduling
• Maintain all housekeeping & safety standards & training
• Identify & execute productivity opportunities to help facility meet annual operating plan
• Complete other projects & duties as assigned
• You will have a regular presence on the floor & occasionally lift up to 40 lbs
• You may require off-shift & weekend work

You Are

• Detail Oriented
• Experienced lean & continuous improvement
• Flexible & reliable in covering scheduled shifts that support 24/7 production operations   
• Excellent with your communication skills  
• Able to multi-task & prioritize tasks 
• Self-directed & 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, & 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 & Microsoft Office
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to get results through mentoring others, effective coaching, leading a team-based approach to decision-making

Youll get 

• Competitive salary, 401k with company match that vests immediately upon participation, & company equity plan based on role
• Generous PTO, including sabbatical, & parental leave of up to 16 weeks
• Comprehensive health & wellness benefits with options at $0 monthly, effective first day of employment
• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
• Up to 75% discount on subscriptions to HelloFresh meal plans (HelloFresh, Green Chef, Everyplate, & Factor_)   
• Access to 7 different Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) including those for BIPOC, women, veterans, parents, & LGBTQ+
• Inclusive, collaborative, & dynamic work environment within a fast-paced, mission-driven company that is disrupting the traditional food supply chain

This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities. However, the Company reserves the right to adjust, modify, or reassign work tasks & responsibilities as needed to meet changing business needs, operational requirements, or other factors.