Inventory Control Associate - Food

For more than a century, Ben

E. Keith Company has been a leader in fine food and premium beverage distribution, and we strive to consistently exceed our customers’ expectations.

Our Food Division is a complete broad line multi-state distributor, and our Beverage Division operates throughout the state of Texas as a proud distributor of Anheuser‑Busch products, craft and import beer brands, spirits, and wine.

We are dedicated to the growth and success of our business, our customers, and our employees—continuing our commitment to delivering quality since 1906.

The Manufacturing Inventory Control Associate is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory records, ensuring the availability of materials for production, and optimizing inventory levels to minimize waste and maximize efficiency. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively with various departments.

• Accurately track and review all incoming and outgoing materials, components, and finished goods in the ERP system.
• Conduct regular cycle counts and physical inventory audits to reconcile discrepancies and maintain inventory accuracy.
• Monitor inventory levels and proactively identify potential shortages or overstock situations.
• Implement and maintain inventory control procedures to ensure efficient material flow.
• Collaborate with warehouse manager to ensure proper storage and organization of inventory items.

• Ensure timely availability of materials for production by coordinating with procurement and production teams.
• Process material requisitions and transfers accurately and efficiently.
• Monitor and report on material usage and variances.
• Support production planning by providing accurate inventory data.

• Generate inventory reports and analyze data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Maintain accurate documentation of inventory transactions and procedures.
• Assist in developing and implementing inventory control metrics and KPIs.
• Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance inventory accuracy and efficiency.

• Collaborate with procurement, production, quality control, and other departments to ensure smooth material flow and inventory accuracy.
• Communicate effectively with team members and management regarding inventory status and issues.
• Resolve inventory discrepancies and issues in a timely and efficient manner.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Possess basic reading and writing skills, including comprehension of simple instructions and the ability to write simple correspondence. Must speak English fluently.
• Have basic arithmetic skills and ability to compute rates, ratios, and percentages, and interpret bar graphs.
• Apply common sense to carry out detailed written or oral instructions and handle problems involving a few concrete variables.
• High school diploma or GED preferred; or one to three months related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Some related experience preferred.

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, etc.).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Regularly required to stand and use hands to finger, handle, or feel; frequently required to walk, reach with hands and arms, talk or hear; occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds.
• Specific…