Inventory Control Manager

Position Purpose

The inventory control manager is responsible for managing the inventory control system and processes of the Second Harvest of South Georgia, Inc., ensuring the accurate recording, tracking, and reporting of all inventory and compliance with inventory regulations and standards. The chosen applicant will demonstrate our values, service, and innovation, advancing the mission of SHSG to end hunger in South Georgia.

• Inventory Counts and Audits

  Inventory control manager performs audits and counts to ensure accurate inventory.

  • Conducts cycle counts per operating procedures and reconciles discrepancies.
  • Conducts order picking and receiving audits.
  • Assists operations director in physical inventory counts and reconciliation with computer count.
  • Conducts count and makes transformation adjustments for Kids Cafe, Backpack Program and Mobile Food Pantry Program, products that have been rescued, as well as other programs as necessary.
• Tracking and Reporting

  Inventory control manager contributes to monthly and quarterly reporting processes.

  • Completes month end reports for purchased product, donated product, government issued and does so in timely and accurate manner.
  • Provides monthly inventory report to senior management on the results of daily cycle counts, weekly spot audits of receiving counts and order picking accuracy.
  • Provides monthly detailed inventory adjustment report to the operations director and summary adjustment report to the COO and CFO with explanations of any unusual variances.
  • Works with the accounting department to reconcile month end inventory between inventory software and accounting software.
  • Completes or assists as necessary, the Feeding America Quarterly Poundage Report.
• Data Entry

  Inventory control manager ensures timely entry of all receipting and inventory changes.

  • Enters or assists with entry of all receipts as needed.
  • Processes agency's pick tickets and invoices.
  • Processes all inventory adjustments and order adjustments.
  • Enters orders for the numerous food distribution programs.
• Food Safety

  Inventory control manager monitors product for food safety standards.

  • Oversees inventory recalls and mock recalls.
  • Conducts weekly product insect inspections and monthly glass inspections.
• Office Support and Other Duties

  Inventory control manager provides administrative support as needed.

  • Works throughout SHSG’s twenty-six county region and our three site facilities, located in Thomasville, Tifton and headquartered in Valdosta.
  • Reviews all agency orders to be released for picking.
  • Monitors the movement of off-site inventory so it is available as needed for picking.
  • Provides information on current inventory and product movement, assisting in decisions regarding donation offerings.
  • Assists in the oversight, maintenance, and enhancements to the Primarius inventory software.
  • Participates in committees and innovation impact teams that ensure excellent operating practices while exploring new ways to deliver services that best serve our clients and advance our mission and vision.

Successful candidates for this position should have 2 to 3 years’ experience in inventory control management. Experience with inventory and distribution technologies and food safety preferred. Valid driver’s license and ability to travel statewide.

• Strong internal and external customer service skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multi-faceted demands and deadlines
• Strong organizational skills and detail oriented, yet flexible with an adaptable personal style
• Critical thinking skills to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
• Strong communicator that possesses excellent written, oral and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build collaboration across teams and departments
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Second Harvest of South Georgia, Inc. offers highly competitive salary and benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401‑k, onsite physician once a month, and generous PTO and paid holidays.

This position reports to SHSG’s COO, while also accepting a high level of accountability to the CFO.