Requisition ID: 34328
A Career in Beer and Beyond:
Coors Distributing Company (CDC) is one of the nation’s leading beer distributors based out of Denver, CO. We are the critical link between our brewery suppliers that produce the beer and the retail outlets where they are sold, as well as the restaurants and bars where they are consumed. We were founded in 1971 and became a MillerCoors LLC in 2008 as part of the joint venture between Miller Brewing Company and Coors Brewing Company, and we remain the only company owned distributor for Molson Coors Beverage Company. Major brand acquisitions occurred in January of 2010 making Coors Distributing Company one of the top 25 largest beer distributors in the country with over 30 suppliers, roughly 14 million cases per year, and nearly 400 employees.
The Headlines:
In the role of Continuous Improvement & Inventory Manager working in Denver, Colorado, you will be responsible for analyzing, maintaining, and improving warehouse operational performance. This is accomplished by enhancing business processes and controls to better monitoring the flow and control of all items inventoried and stored within the secured areas of the product warehouse to ensure accuracy. The position is responsible for over $300M in inventory annually including executing a robust cycle counting and physical inventory methodology. In addition, this position is responsible for being an expert with CDC’s semi-automated case picking solution (Vertique) and the detailed configurations possible with the software that operates the machine. Lastly, this position is a leadership position in managing the efficiency, safety, and optimization of the CDC distribution facility partnering closely with the Operations Director and Warehouse Manager are defining and executing continuous improvement initiatives.
This position reports to the Operations Director.
The Responsibilities:
Inventory Control (20%): Direct, and as necessary, develop and evolve all inventory-related processes and procedures Ensure variances are promptly researched/corrections & made following established procedures Responsible for ensuring all bi-annual inventories are scheduled and completed Coordinate suppliers’ audits and inventories required by the brewery Responsible for WMS auditing, and work with team to ensure proper usage of the system Direct the slotting of product into the racks and tower locations in Vertique Ensure daily cycle counts are conducted by Inventory Coordinator Coordinates the return of pallets, CHEP, kegs, and other supplier items Collaborate with accounting personnel to research and adjust discrepancies between physical count and book inventory Assist in the maintenance of VPS software: patterns, package types, build types, etc. Responsible for new SKU set-up, enter dimensions into VIP and VPS Assist in controlling costs relative to overage and damaged product on a daily basis Work with suppliers on storage guidelines, stacking and rotation Responsible for working with brand managers and suppliers for breakage claims Responsible for audit, reconciling inventory balance, and systematically improve inventory controls and accuracy, with the objective of reducing write-offs Breakage is entered into VIP and taken out of inventory for production and receiving Repacked product is put back into inventory Gather information and document any claims. Send any pictures or extra information to the Business Operations Analyst Research load errors to ensure correct processes are being performed Lead and facilitate the employee sales process
Loss Prevention (10%): Partner with safety and/or HR to initiate investigations into potential theft of product Work cross functionally with the warehouse, sales, concessions and delivery on inventory issues and ensure the proper security of product. Work directly with finance and corporate audit when required to remedy inventory issues and prevent loss of merchandise. Perform surprise audits with the delivery and warehouse teams each year. Log discrepancies and work with HR and departmental leadership to hold drivers and operators accountable for correctly counting product Continuously research ways to avoid losing product Use video surveillance to monitor the movement of product throughout the warehouse Actively participate in investigations for missing product
Performance & Talent Management (10%): Responsible for all people management-related processes, including staffing, performance management and discipline, time system management, communications/team meetings, etc. for the assigned team Document coaching conversations, performance or behavioral issues, attendance concerns, etc. after verbally communicating with employees Provide feedback and coaching to individuals on career paths, opportunities within and how they can continue to build capability and skills to achieve their personal goals
Quality Assurance (10%): Understand and follow quality assurance standards to assure proper product rotation Coordinate the proper disposal of all out-of-code product by ensuring inventory has been written off accurately, and the product is destroyed (as per regulatory guidelines) Direct audit process for tracking dates and ensuring proper rotation of product in the storage
Other: Actively promote a safe working environment within areas of responsibility Participate in S & OP, DOI and/or SKU Rationalization meetings Maintains contact with other distributors to ensure awareness on best practices, new tools and techniques related to inventory management Complies, where applicable, with Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) laws and regulations along with CDC EHS Policies and Procedures Other duties as assigned
The Other Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in business OR equivalent experience (4+ years) in the field 3-5 years of warehouse and/or inventory control experience required Occasionally lifting and/or moving up to 165 pounds Ability to quickly learn/use additional computer programs (i.e., Excel), and software including VIP, VPS and web-based applications Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, sales reps and suppliers Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and/or walk in a warehouse environment, which includes refrigerated space
Work Perks that You Need to Know About:
We care about our People and Planet and have challenged ourselves with stretch goals around our key priorities We care about our communities, and play our part to make a difference – from charitable donations to hitting the streets together to build parks, giving back to the community is part of our culture and who we are Engagement with a variety of Business Resource Groups, which can provide volunteer opportunities, leadership experience, and networking through the organization Ability to grow and develop your career centered around our First Choice Learning opportunities Participation in our Total Rewards program with a competitive base salary, incentive plans, parental leave, health, dental, vision, 401k option with incredible employer match, generous paid time off plans, an engaging Wellness Program, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with amazing resources Access to cool brand clothing and swag, top events and, of course... free beer and beverages! Work within a fast paced and innovative company, meeting passionate colleagues and partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.
Job Posting Salary Range: (US/Colorado) $81,700 - $107,200
Molson Coors is committed to an inclusive workplace. We’re an equal opportunity employer and invite applications from candidates of all backgrounds, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruitment processes, please e-mail jobs@molsoncoors.com.