Job Description

Job Location: San Antonio - Highpoint - San Antonio, TX 78217
Position Type: Full Time
Travel Percentage: None
Job Category: WarehouseAbout Fresh Texas
As the largest fresh-cut fruit and vegetable processor in South Texas, Fresh Texas has been delivering the highest quality products to our customers for over forty years. We source only the highest quality ingredients to deliver great tasting, healthy products to our customers. With exciting innovation, we keep growing!
Fresh Texas is proud to offer high quality and healthy foods to our communities! Do you want to grow with a trusted and established company? We offer great career paths! Come grow with us!
Job Overview
We are seeking a highly driven Inventory Control Lead to own inventory accuracy and drive operational excellence across our warehouse and production environment. This role is accountable for establishing best-in-class inventory control processes, eliminating discrepancies at the root cause, and ensuring the integrity of all inventory transactions across raw materials, packaging, and finished goods.
The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who combines strong analytical capability with process discipline and a continuous improvement mindset. This individual will play a critical role in improving service levels, reducing waste, and supporting broader operational transformation.
Job Duties
Inventory Accuracy & Control
· Own end-to-end inventory accuracy across all categories (raw, packaging, finished goods), ensuring adherence to cycle count and reconciliation standards
· Design, implement, and lead the cycle count program, including scheduling, execution, and variance resolution
· Ensure strict compliance with FIFO/FEFO, Lot control, and traceability requirements
· Oversee inbound and outbound inventory transactions to ensure accuracy and system integrity
Root Cause & Continuous Improvement
· Lead root cause analysis of inventory discrepancies using structured problem-solving methods (e.g., 5 Whys, Pareto analysis)
· Develop and implement corrective and preventive actions to eliminate recurring issues
· Identify process gaps across receiving, storage, picking, and shipping and drive improvements
· Establish and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) that reinforce inventory discipline
Systems & Data Management
· Ensure accuracy and integrity of all transactions within ERP/WMS systems
· Analyze inventory trends, adjustments, and variances to identify systemic issues
· Develop and deliver daily, weekly, and monthly performance reporting for leadership
· Drive data transparency to support better operational decision-making
Cross-Functional Leadership
· Partner with warehouse, production, QA, and procurement teams to resolve inventory-related issues
· Train and coach team members on inventory control best practices and standards
· Support audit readiness, including traceability and recall processes
· Act as the subject matter expert for inventory control within the facility
Operational Support
· Support warehouse operations during critical periods to ensure continuity and performance
· Reinforce 5S and workplace organization standards across the facility
Success Metrics (Key Performance Indicators)
This role will be measured on the ability to deliver measurable improvements in:
· Inventory Accuracy: ≥ 99% across all categories
· Cycle Count Compliance: ≥ 98% completion to schedule
· Inventory Adjustments: Reduction in adjustment value and frequency over time
· Shrink / Loss: Measurable reduction in unexplained variance
· Dock-to-Stock Time: Improved speed and accuracy of inbound processing
· Aging & Obsolescence: Reduction in expired or slow-moving inventory
· Service Impact: Improved order fill rate tied to inventory reliability
· Audit & Traceability Readiness: Zero major findings related to inventory controls
Benefits
- Complete insurance package that includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance.
- Several low-cost supplemental plans.
- 401(k) with up to a 4% employer match.
- Paid holidays and generous paid time off.
- A variety of bonus opportunities including attendance and referral programs.
- Numerous employee appreciation events throughout the year.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications
· High school diploma required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree or CPIM designation preferred
· 3–5+ years of experience in inventory control, warehouse, or logistics environment
· Demonstrated experience improving inventory accuracy and driving process improvements
· Experience in food manufacturing or perishable goods environments strongly preferred
· Strong understanding of ERP/WMS systems and inventory transaction flows
· Advanced data analysis capability (Excel or equivalent tools)
· Forklift experience preferred

Work Environment & Physical Requirements
· Frequent standing, walking, and movement throughout the facility during extended shifts
· Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds regularly
· Exposure to cold storage and variable warehouse conditions
· Work in a fast-paced, operationally dynamic environment
EEO Statement
Fresh Texas is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability status, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service or protected veteran, or other non-merit factor.