Inventory Coordinator

Richmond Wholesale Meat Company is a certified MBE headquartered in Richmond California. Founded in 1959, Richmond is a leading global food manufacturer which provides over 10,000 top-quality frozen, chilled and dry food products to the US Military. IMB invested in Richmond in 2020 and is an active IMB Partner.

Working independently and exercising good judgement and discretion, this position is primarily responsible for receiving, reserving and maintaining inventory at all warehouses. This position is responsible for maintaining and managing the integrity of product coming in and out of our warehouses. This position processes and coordinates all purchases for inventory items. This candidate communicates highly and effectively with Account Management and Logistics to ensure orders are shipped in full and in a timely manner with product that meets customer requirements.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Receiving Receive all product that has delivered to our warehouses.
• Accuracy Maintains 99% accuracy on all inventory data. Ensure accuracy of lot numbers, pack dates and shelf life for all inbound product.
• E-mails Addresses all e-mail requests ensuring all deadlines are met.
• Reservations- Reserve available product on open orders in real time using inventory on hand and as product is received to ensure timely shipment of customer orders.
• Follow-Up Daily follow up of unresolved tasks is required to maintain 100% fill rate on all customers orders. Notify/advise Account Management of any shortages, overages, short shelf life or product issues upon delivery.
• Transfer orders Create and receive Transfer Orders for product moving between warehouses.
• Metrics Provides information for department metrics. Monthly reporting and maintenance of label and box inventories.
• USDA/USDA inspection Submit requests for inspections and certs as needed with USDA and USDC while coordinating with the warehouses.
• Inventory Management- Work with inventory supervisor on weekly and monthly reconciliations of warehouse inventory reporting. Research & resolve all inventory discrepancies and issues.
• Claims-Process ROPs to packers/vendors and claims with warehouses in 24-48 hrs.
• QA Testing Coordinate samples for QA testing, food shows, customer requests or Sales.
• Cross Training- Backup Logistics Coordinators on domestic shipments.
• Problem Solving - Utilizes job knowledge to resolve problems and suggest inventory opportunities to improve customer satisfaction.
• Strictly adheres to Richmond Wholesales employment policies, departmental operating policies, and all federal and state regulatory and compliance laws pertaining to our business and industry.
• Actively maintains a collaborative spirit/dialogue with other departments and Associates to promote workplace harmony and productivity, embracing and fostering the Companys mission.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• Education and/or Experience - High school diploma/GED required. Associate degree or higher preferred.
• Skills Experience in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel required

ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES ESSENTIAL TO THE FUNCTION OF THE JOB

Communication and Comprehension

• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing to convey clear, well-articulated information.
• Ability to understand, speak, and write grammatically correct English in order to convey messages and correspond articulately and professionally.
• Possess public communication skills that allow professional representation of Richmond Wholesale to a variety of business, government and community customers and associates.
• Must be detail oriented with strong organizational skills and have consistent and disciplined follow through.
• Ability to do basic math and percentages.

Problem Solving

• Intuitively able to reason, analyze information and events, and apply judgment in order to solve problems of both a routine and complex nature.
• Must be able to work under stress, presenting a calm professional demeanor at all times.

Physical and Sensory Abilities

• Required to travel locally and outside the local area.
• Frequently required to sit for extended periods to perform desk work or type on a keyboard.
• Regularly required to hear and speak to communicate orally effectively.
• Required to stand, walk, and climb stairs to move about the facilities.
• Handle materials, reach overhead, kneel or stoop in order to conduct business.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work Environment

The work environment in which one will typically perform the essential functions of this position is a climate controlled office setting. It is well lighted and the noise level is moderate.

Driving Requirements

Use of ones personal vehicle (or Richmond Wholesale vehicles) may be required for travel in the performance of the essential functions of this position. Proof of a valid California drivers license, an acceptable DMV record, and liability insurance is required.