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.

Position Summary

What You’ll Do

• Help lead daily Inventory Control and Returns operations to maintain accurate inventory and product availability.
• Research and resolve discrepancies between physical inventory and system records.
• Coordinate cycle counts, inventory audits, and month-end inventory activities.
• Analyze inventory reports and trends to identify opportunities to improve accuracy, efficiency, and inventory levels.
• Monitor damaged, returned, and non-moving inventory and coordinate vendor returns as needed.
• Assist with product recalls, quality concerns, and food safety-related inventory issues.
• Partner with Purchasing, Accounts Payable, Operations, Returns, and Food Safety to resolve inventory discrepancies and operational issues.
• Help reduce shrink and inventory variances through strong inventory controls and accurate recordkeeping.
• Ensure products are correctly coded, located, and slotted within the warehouse.
• Maintain compliance with company procedures and applicable FDA and USDA guidelines.
• Supervise and support Inventory Control and Returns Associates.
• Coordinate associate schedules, monitor attendance, approve payroll, and assist with performance management.
• Participate in interviewing, hiring, onboarding, training, and employee development.
• Coach and develop associates while promoting accountability, professionalism, safety, and teamwork.
• Partner with the Inventory Control Manager on departmental planning, process improvements, and operational priorities.

What We’re Looking For

• At least 2 years of inventory control experience.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify, research, and resolve inventory discrepancies.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to learn and effectively use company-specific systems and applications.
• Strong data-entry and 10-key skills.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and maintain a high level of accuracy.
• Commitment to safety, integrity, and professional work practices.

• Previous supervisory or people-leadership experience.
• Foodservice, warehouse, or distribution experience.
• Knowledge of FDA and USDA guidelines.
• Experience working with warehouse RF systems or scanners.

What Makes Someone Successful in This Role?

Ben E. Keith (BEK) Company is one of the largest food and beverage distributors in the United States. We are a family-owned business with a long-standing tradition of supporting the diverse communities in which we live and work. Our competitive employee benefits provide health and financial protection to our employees and their families.

We have sought to create an environment in which the contributions of each employee at Ben E. Keith are fully valued. This means more than simply treating one another with respect; it also means considering how all our people can positively impact the quality of the decisions we make about our business.

Here at Ben E. Keith, we recognize that our workforce reflects the increasingly diverse nature of our society, and we want to do all we can to take advantage of that diversity with both our external and internal customers. We believe our differences are also our strengths and we want to do all we can to use those strengths to find more creative solutions for the business challenges we face. Ben E. Keith is an equal employment opportunity, affirmative action employer. VEVRAA Federal Contractor