Unclassified - Washington, DC
posted 2 months ago
As a Business Operations Specialist at HOS Global Foods, you will play a crucial role in managing all supply chain activities at the distribution center level. This includes overseeing product life cycle management, maintaining enterprise assets, and ensuring the smooth operation of production lines and logistics. You will be responsible for developing and implementing logistics processes, managing freight, and coordinating the shipment of products to clients. Your role will also involve ensuring that all standard procedures are followed within the distribution center, which includes scheduling the pick-up, delivery, and distribution of products and materials. In this position, you will forecast peak delivery periods and plan the workforce accordingly. You will devise efficient routes for shipments and deploy truck drivers to ensure timely deliveries. Monitoring the progress of major shipments to ensure receipt and proper storage of goods at the right temperature will be part of your daily responsibilities. Additionally, you will ensure that inventory levels are maintained optimally and that good manufacturing and food safety programs are adhered to. Performing weekly cycle counts at the warehouse and ensuring the proper use of all tools and systems, including Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), will also be key aspects of your role. Your expertise in warehouse management systems, particularly with FIFO and aging inventory, will be essential. You will be responsible for cycle counts and inventory management, ensuring that all operations run smoothly and efficiently. This position may require travel up to 25%, and you may occasionally need to work evenings and weekends for special assignments.