Supervisor, Inventory Control - SYGMA - US at Sysco

Kansas City, Missouri, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Food Distribution, Logistics, WarehousingIndustries

Requirements

High school diploma/GED (4-year college degree in a related discipline preferred)
3 years of inventory control experience and/or warehouse experience in food distribution
1-year experience on IBM AS400
Warehouse equipment certification and possibly forklift
Ability to perform light to medium physical work, including frequent walking, prolonged standing, lifting, bending, reaching, and operating equipment like pallet jack and forklift
Ability to communicate clearly with shippers and employees
Ability to read text close and at a distance (with or without correction)
Ability to perform manual tasks, hear, sit, and interact with others
Tolerance for working inside (including extreme cold in freezer) and outside, with exposure to hazardous conditions like moving mechanical parts, electrical current, and high places

Responsibilities

Monitor and inspect produce at the dock to ensure quality standards are met and quantity is correct
Handle all receiving and inventory adjustments to assure correctness and entry into the mainframe
Perform daily physical cycle counts on frozen, cooler, and dry products
Manage slotting and assigning of all new items in the warehouse, ensuring correctness in the mainframe and proper labeling of slots
Keep warehouse manager informed of potential problems and changes
Notify customer service of potential outs
Complete inventory and warehouse reports daily
Manage and direct all physical inventories per SYGMA guidelines and directives
Work closely with all departments regarding merchandise received, new items, and inventories to ensure continuous flow of information
Adhere to cycle count program
Adhere to HACCP and MSDS guidelines

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Inventory ControlCycle CountsWarehouse ManagementIBM AS400ForkliftHACCPSlottingFreight MonitoringPhysical Inventories

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the compensation for this Supervisor, Inventory Control position?

The pay range provided is not indicative of Sysco’s actual pay range but is merely algorithmic and provided for generalized comparison. Factors that may be used to determine rate of pay include specific skills, work location, work experience and other individualized factors.

Is this a remote position or does it require on-site work?

This is an on-site position at US3270 Sygma Kansas City with zip code 64153, no sales territory, and 0% travel. Work involves warehouse activities including monitoring at the dock, physical cycle counts, and exposure to freezer conditions.

What skills and experience are required for this role?

Requires a high school diploma/GED (4-year degree preferred), 3 years of inventory control and/or warehouse experience in food distribution, 1 year on IBM AS400, and warehouse equipment/forklift operation.

What is the work environment like for this position?

Work is light to medium with frequent walking, prolonged standing during inventories, inside/outside activities including extreme cold in freezers, and potential hazardous conditions near moving parts or high places. Involves using PC, Microsoft Office, mainframe, and operating pallet jack/forklift.

What makes a strong candidate for this inventory control supervisor role?

A strong candidate has a 4-year college degree in a related field, 3+ years of inventory/warehouse experience in food distribution, IBM AS400 proficiency, and experience with warehouse equipment like forklifts.

Sysco

Foodservice distribution for restaurants and healthcare

About Sysco

Sysco Corporation specializes in foodservice distribution, primarily serving restaurants, healthcare facilities, and educational institutions. The company offers a variety of products and services, including food items, kitchen equipment, and marketing support, tailored to meet the specific needs of its clients. Sysco differentiates itself from competitors by providing comprehensive solutions, such as the "Restaurants Rising Toolkit" during the COVID-19 pandemic, which helps restaurants adapt to new dining trends. The goal of Sysco is to make running a restaurant easier and more profitable for its clients.

Houston, TexasHeadquarters

1970Year Founded

IPOCompany Stage

Food & AgricultureIndustries

Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Professional Development Budget

Performance Bonus

Risks

Increased competition from tech-driven solutions could impact Sysco's market share.

Reliance on partnerships for technology advancements may pose risks if results are unmet.

Socially responsible investing trends may pressure Sysco to improve ESG standards.

Differentiation

Sysco offers comprehensive B2B solutions, including food products, equipment, and marketing services.

The company provides flexible payment options and waives delivery minimums for scheduled deliveries.

Sysco's 'Restaurants Rising Toolkit' supports restaurants adapting to new dining trends.

Upsides

Sysco can capitalize on the demand for plant-based and alternative protein products.

The rise of ghost kitchens offers Sysco opportunities for specialized supply chain solutions.

Digital transformation in foodservice allows Sysco to enhance service offerings and engagement.

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