Inventory Manager at Tropicana Brands Group in City of Industry, California

Job Description:

About Tropicana Brands Group

The launch of Tropicana Brands Group represents an exciting fusion of some of the world's most beloved and up-and-coming brands in the juice category, including Tropicana, Naked, KeVita, Izze, Dole, Copella and Punica. Established in 2022 as a joint venture between PAI Partners and PepsiCo, our new company blends the best of two worlds: one steeped in industry-leading expertise and the heritage of prestige juice brands, and another rooted in a true entrepreneurial, agile mindset.

With a global footprint of more than 2,000 associates that spans North America and Europe, we are proud of our industry-leading capabilities in areas that include innovation, R&D, manufacturing, distribution, sales, marketing and nutrition expertise.

The company's focused on the vision to quench the world's thirst for more delight and nourishment, while continuing to build upon the many important diversity, sustainability, local community and philanthropic activities that our people and brands have historically supported.

TBG is searching for an Inventory Manager to join our team for our manufacturing facility located in City of Industry. We are looking for someone with previous manufacturing/inventory management experience to help level up our entire operations.
This position will be responsible for managing and leading the Logistics Department and Inventory Control Systems. Must be comfortable working with all levels within the organization. Must be able to question the status quo and be an excellent communicator. Will be responsible for managing and leading inventory management process, logistics functionality, launching new products as well as mentoring and coaching our ICS and Logistics Teams.

Job Description:

• Manage and lead physical inventories and cycle counts (performed in compliance with the Corporate Controller's Policy)


• Ensure adherence to all WMS/SAP/ADC/SOX policies and procedures related to inventory


• Collaborate with operational partners to resolve business issues related to inventory, transactions, usage, or other related areas


• Manage and lead daily balancing of all systems in compliance with SOX requirements. These systems include, but are not limited to: SAP, WMS, and ADC


• Ensure filing of all count sheets, reconciliations, and pertinent reports.


• Act as a backup for other Inventory Control team members as required and Inventory Control functions.


• Manage and lead Period-End duties.


• Manage and lead YE Physical Inventory (Wall-to-Wall) functions.


• Train, coach, and motivate personnel in the understanding and adoption of new principles and techniques; focusing on measurable safety, quality, cost, and service improvements.


• Drive the standardization of processes and the implementation of metrics and best practices.


• Assist in setting annual operational targets and help drive improvements to achieve those targets.


• Willingness to work in cold environment including warehouse cold rooms and freezers.


• All other duties as assigned.

What You'll Need to Have:

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or equivalent education; Master's Degree a plus


• 3-5 years of experience leading/managing a team


• 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing/logistics environment


• Ability to use project management tools, MS Word, Excel, Project, Visio, Mini-tab in order to efficiently manage the workflow and transactions generated.


• Experienced and knowledgeable in SAP (S/4HANA), WMS, Traksys, ADC, and other inventory management tools

Preferred:

• SAP SME


• Experience in Food and Beverage Manufacturing Industry or other FEFO environment

At TBG, we offer competitive compensation and benefits packages. TBG is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We proudly recruit and hire a diverse workforce and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

TBG is pleased to offer you a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, company provided life, STD and LTD insurance. In addition, you may also elect to participate in voluntary life, accident, hospital, and critical illness coverages.

TBG offers a 401(k) plan administered through Fidelity which allows you to contribute pre- or post-tax dollars and invest as you choose to save for retirement. TBG makes employer matching contributions to your 401(k) account and will contribute 100% of the first 3% and an additional 50% of the next 2% for a total of a 4% company contribution.

The salary range for this position is $105,000-115,000 annually.