Inventory Manager

Inventory Manager For Kipp Houston Schools

Sodexo is seeking an Inventory Manager for KIPP Houston schools located in Houston, TX.

KIPP Houston is part of the national KIPP network of free, open-enrollment, college-preparatory public schools dedicated to preparing students in underserved communities for success in college and life. Sodexo currently manages food service operations at 34 sites across Houston with 4 central kitchens.

The inventory manager will oversee inventory control including price negotiation of various products, receipt, storage, rotation, waste elimination, and distribution of food, supplies, vending, and equipment to all school locations.

Responsibilities

• Manage supervisors and frontline central kitchen and transportation employees.
• Oversee the process and systems for all incoming and outgoing products and supplies in the central kitchens (e.g., routing, ordering, picking, inventory, distribution, trash removal).
• Work closely with other department managers to ensure continuous supply of raw materials to the production department and distribution of finished products to end users.
• Continuous improvement planning is required through tracking, measurement, and reporting of ongoing operational metrics and performance.
• Improvement through strategic planning is required based on measurement of current operational performance.
• Oversee the physical and food safety training and processes to ensure compliance with company standards and safe working conditions for employees, visitors, and guests.

Compensation And Benefits

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include :

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

Qualifications

About Sodexo

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.

Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you're happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience

Minimum Management Experience - 2 years

Minimum Functional Experience - 2 years