Central - Assistant Manager - Inventory Control - Contract

Company Description

If you’re looking for more, you’ve come to the right place.

From the moment we opened our doors in 1981, we knew we wanted to be different. The people who work here are special, and that’s what makes us special. Our team members uphold the standards we set long ago by making the exceptional everyday, building relationships with our customers and with each other, and finding a place where their potential meets opportunity.

Job Description

Be part of what makes us different.

In this 14 month contract position, you’ll support the Central Kitchen team by overseeing inventory control, invoicing, costing, and administrative processes. In this role, you’ll help maintain accurate inventory and financial records, resolve discrepancies, and provide timely information to support effective kitchen operations and informed business decisions. Here are some of the other ways you’ll help us stand out:

• Oversee Central Kitchen invoicing, including: processing and verifying invoices, reviewing coding and receiving, analyzing supplier costs, and investigating discrepancies between receipts and invoices.
• Communicate cost changes or discrepancies to the Inventory Control Manager and Product Development team.
• Manage Central Kitchen inventory control, including: incoming and outgoing cycle counts, daily scanning of products shipped to stores, inventory updates, and maintaining item listings to support new recipe requirements.
• Maintain recipe ingredient and transfer pricing information in the system, generate recipe-based ingredient costing, and provide financial and inventory analysis to the Central Controller and Central Kitchen Managers.
• Monitor product expiry dates, shortages, damages, and rotation issues, communicating concerns regarding short-dated products and supply issues to management and Procurement.
• Respond to internal inquiries related to inventory, costing, and supply issues, ensuring timely communication and resolution.
• Provide direction, training, and support to team members, ensuring administrative processes are completed accurately and in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate daily and weekly logs and ensure required documentation is completed and submitted within established deadlines.
• Support compliance with applicable government regulations, food safety requirements, and health and safety standards.
• Contribute to overall team success by taking on additional related responsibilities as needed.

Qualifications

What you bring to the table.

We provide the opportunity, and you bring the potential.

• A genuine passion for delivering engaging and exceptional customer service.
• Typically requires post-secondary education, plus a minimum of 2 years of warehouse management experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong computer skills, including experience with AccPac and Microsoft Excel.
• Experience in the food industry or a production environment considered an asset.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Effective time management skills and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks while meeting deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to investigate discrepancies and identify practical solutions.
• The ability to work independently with minimal supervision while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
• Experience with warehouse operations and the importance of maintaining high standards of cleanliness, accuracy, and service.
• Comfortable working in a hands-on setting that involves multiple deadlines, extended periods of standing, heavy lifting, repetitive movement or tasks, frequent use of protective equipment or clothing, and work that is frequently performed in colder environments.
• Fluency in English; French language skills considered an asset.

What we bring to the table.

At Farm Boy, we believe in supporting our Team Members throughout their careers. Whether, it’s at our Home Office or our stores, we’re proud to stand out in the market as a workplace that offers:

• Comprehensive benefit program and coverage that varies by position.
• Coverage may include healthcare, dental care, disability coverage, life insurance and registered retirement savings program.
• A 10% discount on in-store purchases.
• On-the-job training and the prioritization of internal promotions to help you grow and embrace new opportunities.
• The opportunity to support local neighbourhoods through our community programs.

Additional Information

Grow a career with us.

Farm Boy takes pride in growing a team that represents the best in the business. Join us for the career you’re craving!

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to apply—including those with non-traditional career paths.

We strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. Accommodations are available upon request for employees and applicants who may require them.

We do not use AI to assist in the recruitment process and this job posting is for an existing vacancy.

Accommodation is available upon request for applicants and employees with disabilities.