###COMPANY OVERVIEW

Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations. Sysco has 27 Specialty Meat and Seafood operating companies across Canada and the United States that focus on meat and seafood production and distribution. We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We’re looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Compensation Range

$62,300 - $90,000

Purpose

This is a Finance position responsible for overseeing and providing direct supervision to oversee all functions of inventory control the inventory control supervisors responsible for leading the receiving and management of inventory within our production facility. This role is responsible for a critical function that ensures continuity of our operations and on time delivery for our customers. As a working-supervisor the incumbent will be required to support these departments in performing and reviewing quarterly cycle counts; investigating inventory outs; performing and overseeing all Quality Assurance (QA) functions in accordance with Sysco food safety standards and various customer specific standards.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate inventory control systems, ensuring proper tracking, documentation, and physical counts.
• Monitor inventory accuracy, KPIs, and transaction integrity; investigate variances and implement corrective actions.
• Plan and execute cycle counts and physical inventories, including root cause analysis for discrepancies.
• Manage inventory adjustments, product transfers, returns (RTV), recalls, and disposition of damaged or unsellable goods.
• Oversee warehouse inventory processes including rotation, freshness, and damage control to minimize shrink and spoilage.
• Supervise, hire, train, schedule, and coach inventory control staff.
• Foster a positive, collaborative work environment across departments.
• Partner with Operations, Finance, Merchandising, and Transportation to ensure inventory alignment and service levels.
• Support logistics operations, inventory planning, and warehouse flow improvements.
• Manage driver check-in processes, delivery reconciliation, and cash handling procedures.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, FAMM standards, HACCP, and all applicable regulations.
• Support food safety, quality assurance, and audit processes (including third-party audits).
• Promote a strong safety culture, ensuring hazards and incidents are reported and addressed promptly.
• Develop and execute action plans to improve inventory accuracy, quality, and operational efficiency.
• Identify process improvements and support capacity and product allocation planning.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of warehouse, inventory control, QA, or related experience, preferably in food distribution.
• Experience in a leadership capacity preferred.
• Undergraduate degree in a relevant field.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Powerpoint.
• Experience with ERP or warehouse management systems preferred.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to multitask, prioritize and organize to execute to completion and meet deadlines.
• Can effectively collaborate with all levels of staff.
• D-Tech experience an asset.

###OUR VALUES

• Our Purpose: Connecting the world to share food and care for one another
• Our Mission: Delivering success for our customers through industry-leading people, products and solutions
• Our Identity: Together we define our future of foodservice and supply chain

###OUR COMMITMENT

Sysco is committed to Employment Equity.

Accommodations during the recruitment process are available upon request for candidates with disabilities.

At Sysco, we aspire to create a global culture that is decidedly diverse, equitable, and inclusive – one where we foster belonging as we care for one another and connect the world through food and trusted partnerships. We are Better Together.

Here’s a sample of the many benefits Sysco colleagues enjoy

• Comprehensive Flexible Benefits including Health and Dental, Health Care Spending and Wellness Accounts
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Optional Insurance
• Parental Leave Plan
• Company Pension Plan
• Group RRSP & TFSA
• Employee and Family Assistance
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Maple Virtual Care
• Unlimited on-line learning
• Sysco product discounts
• Preferred vendor discounts
• Colleague Resource Groups

(*benefits may vary based on location or bargaining unit)

###ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This Job Requisition was created with the help of AI. AI will not be used to make hiring decisions or who progresses in the Job Application process. If you have any questions, please reach out to our Talent and Acquisition Team.

This job requisition is for a high-volume role and is always accepting applicants.

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