Warehouse Operations Specialist/Order Puller/Picker/Packer

As a Warehouse Operations Specialist, you'll be responsible for managing the internal supply chain functions of our Washington, DC Facility.

You will play a vital role in ensuring the day-to-day success of the operation across all functions of the day-to-day business at FNS, INC. You'll be a team leader, driving efficiency, accuracy, and a positive workplace culture across a team of hardworking warehouse Supervisors and Associates

This is an excellent opportunity for an individual who wants to take ownership inventory accuracy and excellent customer service to internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Manage accuracy and compliance of the ingredient and packaging receiving practices in the New York location to ensure financial accuracy and operational efficiency.

Review site layouts to develop optimal storage and handling of ingredients and packaging

Focus on the “Distribution Model” deployment across all categories (Protein, Produce, Dairy, Dry Goods and Packaging) and Marketplaces

Develop and ensure ongoing compliance with process for checking incoming shipments versus invoices and order sheets.

Train and develop team members to ensure that they have the skills and resources required to successfully manage and handle all operational needs.

Focus on continuous improvement across core functions including but not limited to: receiving, inventory counting, purchasing, quality assurance, ingredient distribution and food safety compliance (HACCP).

Create and establish a food safety MOVEMENT! Implementing and complying with best in class handling, receiving and distribution practices by collaborating with our Food Safety Team.

Continuous oversight of inventory to ensure optimal levels of product

Aid in development and implementation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to help ensure Marketplace functions are operating at highest efficiency levels

Maintain excellent relationships with our chef partners and work hand in hand with other departments across the FNS organization.

Understanding of Profit and Loss (PL) statements, variance reports and KPI metrics

Oversight of scheduling for the Marketplace team, according to labor budget.

Any other marketplace tasks based on business needs.

Qualifications

Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role, managing receiving, shipping, inventory and/or warehousing functions in a manufacturing or wholesale distribution facility (food industry preferred).

Minimum of 3 years of people management experience

Strong understanding of HACCP and OSHA guidelines

Experience in food procurement and extensive food knowledge

Experience in inventory management

Highly organized, detail-oriented

Understanding of food safety and quality standards

Ability to promote professional growth and development of the entire Marketplace team.

Ability to communicate and understand Spanish is preferred.

Ability to travel 5-10% as needed to support other locations

Full Spanish/English profency