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 and their respective transactions, replenishments, inventory-related projects, researching and 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, 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 salary, 401k with company match that vests immediately upon participation, and company equity plan based on role
• Generous PTO, including sabbatical, and parental leave of up to 16 weeks
• Comprehensive health and 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, and Factor_)   
• Access to 7 different Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) including those for BIPOC, women, veterans, parents, and LGBTQ+
• Inclusive, collaborative, and 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 and responsibilities as needed to meet changing business needs, operational requirements, or other factors.