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Full-Time

Supply Chain Manager/Inventory Control

Posted on 1/12/2024

ChowBus

ChowBus

51-200 employees

Asian food delivery from local restaurants

Food & Agriculture
Consumer Goods

Compensation Overview

$80k - $90kAnnually

Senior

Chicago, IL, USA

Required Skills
Sales
Communications
Management
Requirements
  • Experience in warehouse management
  • Proficiency in using inventory management software
  • Leadership and team-building skills
  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
  • Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
  • Knowledge of safety regulations and best practices related to warehousing operations
  • Bachelor's degree in business administration or supply chain management
  • Valid driver’s license
Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with different departments to understand their requirements for goods and services
  • Negotiate terms and conditions, including price, delivery, and payment terms
  • Request for Quotations (RFQ) and Proposals (RFP)
  • Generate purchase orders based on approved requisitions and supplier agreements
  • Monitor and track the status of open purchase orders to ensure on-time delivery
  • Implement inventory control policies and procedures to optimize stock levels
  • Conduct regular inventory audits and ensure accuracy in stock records
  • Collaborate with Ops and sales teams to manage stockouts and excess inventory efficiently
  • Manage warehouse daily operations, ensure productivity and adhere to safety protocols, industry standards, and regulations
  • Track and analyze warehouse metrics i.e. Inventory accuracy, order fill rates, on-time delivery to improve performance
  • Optimize transportation, distribution, and logistics processes to minimize lead times and reduce costs
  • Coordinate with third-party logistics partners, technicians, and management to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of equipment and parts to job sites
  • Foster strong relationships with key suppliers and negotiate favorable terms
  • Evaluate supplier performance and address any issues or discrepancies
  • Collaborate with suppliers to implement sustainable and ethical practices in the supply chain
  • Collaborate with sales, City ops, and finance teams to forecast demand and plan inventory levels accordingly
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience operating warehouse equipment
  • Ability to perform physical labor in various weather conditions
  • Ability to regularly sit, stand, walk, bend, and lift for prolonged periods of time
  • Ability to lift up to 100 pounds

Chowbus is an excellent place to work because it not only plays a pivotal role in promoting independent local Asian restaurants but also enhances accessibility to authentic ethnic cuisine through advanced restaurant technology solutions. Employees at Chowbus contribute to a transparent and empowering platform that supports small businesses, fostering a culture of innovation and community-centric values in the foodservice and delivery industry.

Company Stage

Series D

Total Funding

$74.6M

Headquarters

Chicago, Illinois

Founded

2016

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-1%

1 year growth

8%

2 year growth

-2%
INACTIVE