Warehouse and Inventory Manager

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Farmer’s Fridge is on a mission to make it simple for everyone to eat well. We serve healthy, handcrafted meals and snacks from our growing network of 400+ software-enabled vending machines that we refer to as smart Fridges, and a new direct-to-consumer business. We are striving to change the food system from the ground up – one Fridge or delivery at a time. 

We are a team that cares -– about the business, the impact our product makes, and each other. We are data-driven, innovative, and quick to move on a good idea. We are looking for people who want to collaborate in an entrepreneurial, inclusive culture and have a passion to succeed.

About the role:

In the last year, Farmer’s Fridge has more than tripled in size and we are entering an exciting period of rapid growth and expansion. We’re looking for a highly organized, process-driven, warehouse and inventory leader to guide our team through our next period of rapid growth. With a passion for people and love for data, the Warehouse and Inventory Manager will be responsible for building and developing our warehouse team and methods. 

What You’ll Be Responsible For:

Warehousing

  • Organization - Create and implement 5S program for all warehousing areas and coolers.
  • Rotation/FIFO/LIFO - Ensure team is practicing proper inventory rotations
  • Receiving/Shipping - Ensure all Receiving and Shipping SOPs are followed, create SOPs when needed.
  • Safety - Ensure all safety SOPs are adhered to by team.

Inventory

  • Counting - Create counting schedule and ensure its accuracy
  • Tracking/Reporting - Create clear and concise reports to track and share KPI’s over time. Ensure Procurement and Finance teams have up to date and accurate information
  • Requisition/Running - Create oversee systems that ensure all products, equipment, and packaging are brought to production team in a timely manner

People

  • Development - Coaches and develops Supervisors, Leads, and Front line staff . Keep a close eye for new potential leaders on the floor and work with them to grow their careers at Farmers Fridge
  • Building - Overseeing all staffing needs for warehouse/inventory team: Hiring, temps, and scheduling

Numbers/Metrics

  • 75% of time on the floor
  • Stockouts
  • Accuracy - Inventory, Requisition
  • Response time - warehouse calls
  • Receiving Quality

What Your Background May Look Like:

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Proficient in Word and Excel
  • 5+ years of leadership experience in a food manufacturing environment - preferably fresh food
  • Strong knowledge of OSHA safety standards and GMP/ Food Safety standards
  • The ability to operate in ambiguous situations and be flexible as the organization changes and grows – we are in a new place every quarter!

Nice to have:

  • Spanish skills
  • Warehouse/Inventory Management System implementation experience

Who You Are:

  • Project Manager - you’re able to identify a problem and use your team and resources at hand to push through a fix.
  • Learner - you have a growth mindset and love learning new things
  • Collaborator - we don't point fingers or find blame, we work together to find solutions and implement them together
  • Communicator - you convey ideas clearly and effectively; however, your secret power is listening and understanding
  • Humble Leader - we’re pretty busy over here - no room for egos!


Benefits at Farmer’s Fridge:

  • Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short and Long Term Disability, Floating Holidays, Generous PTO, competitive starting salary & room for advancement, quarterly and annual bonuses, company equity, 401(k) matching, cell phone reimbursement
  • Happier Weekdays - Walking into the facility should fill you with joy, not dread. We're a fun and passionate group, and we don't take ourselves too seriously. Bring your unique self to work, dress comfortably, and always feel free to share your thoughts and opinions. We encourage curiosity and inquiry; there's no hierarchy here when we're all swapping ideas.  
  • During your break - Never run on empty by enjoying daily Farmer’s Fridge meals, challenging a coworker to a game of ping pong, de-stressing by taking a spin on our Nascar arcade game, or spending your break on one of our comfy couches.
  • Innovate & Elevate - We're all teachers and learners. You'll grow, and help grow the company through cross-functional collaboration, open access to leadership, and regular business updates. You have a direct impact on the company’s bottom line. You can also impact your bottom line participating in our 401(k) plan that includes a company match with immediate vesting, and you'll succeed alongside our business with our bonus and equity plans.

Farmer’s Fridge is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices, including hiring, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

 

View our disclosures related to External Agencies and Applicants below: https://www.farmersfridge.com/careerdisclosures

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