Inventory Control Manager

Inventory Control Manager - Dublin page is loaded## Inventory Control Manager - Dublinlocations: Dublintime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: January 31, 2026 (30+ days left to apply)job requisition id: R228239# **JOB DESCRIPTION**### Sysco connects the world to share food and care for one another. Sysco leads from the heart of food and service to deliver the freshest of foods and ideas to restaurants, healthcare and educational facilities, lodging establishments and other customers who prepare meals away from home. Our customers can count on us to deliver on-point products and solutions since only Sysco is the global leader, sitting at the heart of innovation supply, delivery, culinary and more.Being a part of Ireland’s largest foodservice provider means joining a team that is passionate about the world of food and dedicated to the growth and support of the industry. Here at Sysco, our wide, national network aims to serve thousands of cafés, restaurants and bars throughout the country that make up our customers.Though we have always been a local organisation, being a part of Sysco means we retain an international focus that offers our employees the opportunities to learn, develop and pursue the career they have always wanted.Now, we’re looking for an Inventory Control Manager to join our team, with responsibility for the day-to-day management of the Inventory and Driver Check In (DCI) functions. This role will play a key part in the overall growth of the organisation, take responsibility for all aspects of inventory accuracy and compliance, always thinking about continuous improvement. Along with helping to maintain our core ethos here are Sysco – keeping the customer at the heart of everything we do**Key Accountabilities:**Reporting to the FP&A Manager the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:* The regular review and updating of processes with a view to ensuring the team is working as efficiently and productively as possible* Put in place a catalogue of Standard Operating Procedures for all Inventory and DCI Team processes and responsibilities.* Develop a robust new colleague onboarding plan and existing colleague training and development plans for Inventory and DCI team members and ensure delivery of same* Identify and implement KPI metrics and targets from which individual team members and overall team performance is measured and managed accordingly* Ensure team is resourced appropriately as per business requirements* To maximise the performance of the Inventory and DCI function at every opportunity* Strive to harness Sysco’s technological resources and ensure all practices are in line with our sustainable goals* Develop suite of reports for circulation to senior management on a weekly basis* Track root cause of inventory issues and work closely with Operations Management to implement and track effectiveness of corrective actions* Highlights issues regarding inventory losses and works with key stakeholders to implement solutions to address these.* Lead and participate in ad hoc projects as required* Member of the Senior Inventory Management Team* Other duties as assigned by the Senior Inventory Management Team**Requirements:*** 3 years + inventory control experience in food distribution* 3 years + supervisory experience overseeing large teams* A strong communicator who leads from the front* Commercially minded and results driven* Ability to influence across a wide range of internal and external stakeholders with proven ability to challenge the status quo* Competent in breaking down a problem, understand the root cause and work with relevant stakeholders on developing and implementing a solution* A natural self-starter with strong time management skills, proven commitment to attendance, punctuality and health and Safety in the workplace* Capable of working collaboratively with peers and colleagues from other departments on a daily basis* Experience using a warehouse management system and strong Excel skills is a must* Strong knowledge of all applicable industry regulations* Excellent organisational skills, people skills and motivation & interpersonal skills* Leads by example – This is a key Operations Role and is flexible and willing to work adjust working week to meet business requirements**Core Competencies:*** Understanding your customers – acts as a role model in personal approach to internal and external customer goals. Takes time to understand the underlying needs of the stakeholders beyond those initially expressed.* Flexibility & adaptability – demonstrates understanding of how change impacts people. Anticipates resistance to change and works to support effective change initiatives.* Building effective relationships- candidate is a role model for maintaining constructive and effective relationships with others across departments and other boundaries. Demonstrates effective communication techniques and skills and is seen as a team player.* Communication & listening – exceptional communication skills – writes and speaks clearly in a variety of communication settings and style.* Successfully delivers messages to all levels of the business and stakeholders achieving the desired effect.The duties and responsibilities outlined in this job description are neither definitive nor restrictive and may change in detail from time-to-time to meet the changing needs of the business.Sysco is an equal opportunity employer.#INDOPS
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