Manager, Inventory Control

Join the Cold Chain That Feeds the World. For over 120 years, Americold has connected producers, processors, distributors, and retailers to ensure food stays safe, fresh, and accessible. With 240+ facilities across four continents and 14,000+ team members, we’re a global leader in temperature-controlled logistics. Our mission is to help our customers feed the world – and we’re looking for people who share that purpose. We value customer service, innovation, and inclusion, and we invest in our people’s growth and well-being. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in a company that puts people first, Americold is the place for you. What You'll Do You will oversee and coordinate warehouse operations including receiving, storing, inventory management, and shipping of products. You will supervise and direct associates in daily tasks, resolve workplace issues, and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures. You will analyze inventory data, maintain accurate records, and communicate regularly with management regarding warehouse status. Essential Functions Advise associates on proper care, preservation, handling, storing, maintenance, and shipping of products. Train associates in equipment operations, safety, and general warehouse procedures. Assign and direct work, monitor performance, and schedule tasks for shipping and receiving employees to maximize efficiency. Make recommendations regarding hiring, promotion, discipline, and training while ensuring compliance with Equal Employment Opportunity and Aff iative Action policies. Resolve grievances among workers and take corrective action based on system-generated reports and identified errors. Conduct bay counts, maintain accurate inventories, and review records to comply with established procedures for storing and shipping products. Communicate with management regarding warehouse inventory status, freezer conditions, and inventory accuracy. Other essential duties may be applicable and assigned as necessary. What Experience And Education You Need Associate's degree plus minimum 2 years of inventory management experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Demonstrated experience supervising warehouse teams. Experience applying analytical and mathematical techniques to inventory management. Proficiency in PC skills including Microsoft Office. Forklift license required. What Could Set You Apart CPR and First Aid training. Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently. Effective verbal and written communication. Ability to partner with colleagues and respond appropriately to feedback. Familiarity with safety procedures and equipment operations. Adaptability in a fast-paced warehouse environment. Experience training associates in general operations. Ability to make recommendations for process improvements. Physical Requirements Able to work in spaces with 55 inches (1.4 meters) of headroom. Able to tolerate working environment with inside controlled temperatures varying from 32 degrees Fahrenheit (0 degrees Celsius) to minus 45 (-45) degrees Fahrenheit (-43 degrees Celsius), as well as outside ambient temperatures (including heat, cold and precipitation). Able to climb ladders or step ladders. Able to tolerate heights up to 30 ft. (9 meters) and be able to access elevated products from inside safety cage. Able to wear personal protective equipment required for working at heights and in cold temperatures. Able to stand and/or walk continuously or frequently over an 8-10-12 hour shift. Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Able to frequently step up/on or step down/off to mount and dismount material handling equipment. Able to perform fine articulation movements with fingers/hands and/or feet to operate equipment. Depending on specific role, must be able to lift boxes of varying weights up to 80 lbs. (36 kg) and carry product a distance of up to 6 ft. (2 meters) without mechanical assistance. Able to meet specific vision abilities required by this job, including close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Able to hear and speak in order to comprehend, respond to, and provide instructions and safety warnings, as well as able to read and understand packaging, shipping documents, and safety guidelines. Americold is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. EOE/AA M/F/D/V. What We Offer At Americold, we believe in taking care of our people. We offer benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and future. Our associates know what’s in it for them – opportunity, purpose and a values-driven culture. When you join Americold, you become part of a mission to help our customers feed the world. U.S. Only: Americold offers a range of benefits, including medical/dental/vision insurance, STD/LTD coverage, 401(k) with Company match, FSA, life insurance, EAP, and paid time off, some of which may vary depending on the particular position and whether it is covered by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA). 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