KeHE Distributors ยท 3 weeks ago
Sr Manager, Inventory Management (East)
US-FL-Elkton
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$104K/yr - $153K/yr
7+ years expKeHE Distributors is a natural, organic, specialty and fresh food distributor, committed to good living, good food, and good service. The Sr Inventory Manager will oversee inventory management operations across assigned distribution centers, focusing on accuracy, efficiency, and compliance while driving process improvements and supporting cross-functional collaboration.
AgricultureConsumer GoodsFood and BeverageHealth CareLifestyleRetail
Responsibilities
Build and manage day-to-day inventory control measures and activities to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely resolution of discrepancies
Translate corporate inventory management objectives into site-level execution
Establish accountability metrics for cycle counts, inventory adjustments, salvage, and disposition practices
Partner with Supply Chain Planning, Transportation, Site Operations, and Supplier Management to proactively address inventory challenges and opportunities
Support supplier compliance programs related to packaging, barcode standards, and pallet configurations
Collaborate with IT and WMS/ERP teams to optimize system performance and reporting
Implement standardized procedures for salvage, UDRS, and other inventory disposition processes
Identify root causes of inventory inaccuracies and lead countermeasure initiatives
Leverage data analytics to monitor trends, forecast risks, and drive long-term improvements
Lead a team of Inventory Managers and functional specialists, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning
Coach and develop team members to strengthen technical knowledge, cross-functional problem-solving skills, and leadership capabilities
Own key performance indicators (KPIs) related to inventory accuracy, shrink, supplier compliance, salvage recovery, and customer satisfaction
Monitor and report on KPIs such as inventory accuracy, shrink, supplier compliance, damages and salvage
Regularly communicate performance trends, risks, and improvement initiatives to senior leadership
Drive accountability for meeting operational and financial targets related to inventory control
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, or related field
7+ years of experience in supply chain, distribution, or inventory management, including 3+ years in a leadership role
Strong track record of improving inventory accuracy, reducing shrink, and driving operational efficiency
Working knowledge of WMS/ERP systems, inventory control processes, and supplier compliance standards
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Ability to lead and develop a team of managers and professionals
Benefits
Health/Rx
Dental
Vision
Flexible and health spending accounts (FSA/HSA)
Supplemental life insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Paid sick time
Short term & long term disability coverage (STD/LTD)
Employee stock ownership (ESOP)
Holiday pay for company designated holidays
Company
KeHE Distributors
KeHE Distributors is a fresh and natural, organic wholesale foods distributor.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
TowerBrook Capital Partners
2019-05-17Private Equity
Leadership Team
Gene Carter
Chief Operating Officer
Brian Wilkinson
Chief Information Officer
Recent News
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