Sr Manager, Inventory Management (West)
Chino, California; Portland, Oregon; Tualatin, Oregon; Stockton, California; Dallas, Texas; Aurora, Colorado
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Chino, California; Portland, Oregon; Tualatin, Oregon; Stockton, California; Dallas, Texas; Aurora, Colorado
Corp/Ops - Supply Chain
SMGIM
On-Site
Exempt
Job Description
Why Work for KeHE?
Full-time
Pay Range: $104,400.00/Yr. - $153,120.00/Yr.
Shift Days: , Shift Time:
Benefits on Day 1
Health/Rx
Dental
Vision
Flexible and health spending accounts (FSA/HSA)
Supplemental life insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Paid sick time
Short term & long term disability coverage (STD/LTD)
Employee stock ownership (ESOP)
Holiday pay for company designated holidays

Overview
Good people, working with good people, for our common good.

Sound good?



Primary Responsibilities
The Sr Inventory Manager will be responsible for overseeing inventory management operations across assigned distribution centers, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with corporate standards. This leader will drive process improvements, maintain strong controls, and support cross-functional collaboration to optimize inventory performance, reduce inventory loss and damage, and enhance service levels. The Senior Inventory Manager will serve as a key business partner to operations and supply chain mentoring and developing inventory teams to achieve excellence. As with all positions at KeHE Distributors, we expect that all actions will be consistent with KeHE’s Mission, Vision, and Values.


Essential Functions
DUTIES, TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Leadership & Oversight

Build and manage day-to-day inventory control measures and activities to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely resolution of discrepancies.
Translate corporate inventory management objectives into site-level execution.
Establish accountability metrics for cycle counts, inventory adjustments, salvage, and disposition practices.
Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner with Supply Chain Planning, Transportation, Site Operations, and Supplier Management to proactively address inventory challenges and opportunities.
Support supplier compliance programs related to packaging, barcode standards, and pallet configurations.
Collaborate with IT and WMS/ERP teams to optimize system performance and reporting.


Process Management & Continuous Improvement

Implement standardized procedures for salvage, UDRS, and other inventory disposition processes.
Identify root causes of inventory inaccuracies and lead countermeasure initiatives.
Leverage data analytics to monitor trends, forecast risks, and drive long-term improvements.
Team Leadership & Development

Lead a team of Inventory Managers and functional specialists, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning.
Coach and develop team members to strengthen technical knowledge, cross-functional problem-solving skills, and leadership capabilities.
Performance Management

Own key performance indicators (KPIs) related to inventory accuracy, shrink, supplier compliance, salvage recovery, and customer satisfaction.
Monitor and report on KPIs such as inventory accuracy, shrink, supplier compliance, damages and salvage.
Regularly communicate performance trends, risks, and improvement initiatives to senior leadership.
Drive accountability for meeting operational and financial targets related to inventory control.


SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

Strong track record of improving inventory accuracy, reducing shrink, and driving operational efficiency.
Working knowledge of WMS/ERP systems, inventory control processes, and supplier compliance standards.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Ability to lead and develop a team of managers and professionals.

Minimum Requirements, Qualifications, Additional Skills, Aptitude
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, or related field.
7+ years of experience in supply chain, distribution, or inventory management, including 3+ years in a leadership role.