Warehouse Inventory Lead

Misfits Market is a mission-driven, high-growth startup dedicated to reducing food waste and making shopping for sustainable, high-quality groceries easier and more affordable. We deliver organic produce, high-quality meats and seafood, plant-based proteins, dairy, bakery, wine, and other grocery items to nearly every zip code in 48 states at up to 30 percent off traditional grocery store prices. In 2022, Misfits Market acquired sustainable e-grocer Imperfect Foods and now leverages its in-house transportation network to deliver directly to consumers with one of the most carbon-efficient grocery delivery models on the market. By tackling inefficiencies in the food system, our passionate and motivated team of problem solvers helps save an average of 500,000 pounds of food per week from waste or lesser outcomes, with an all-time savings of 190+ million pounds of food

As Misfits we support our customers and mission by embracing our core values of:

Prioritizing our Customers                          

Doing more with less

Thinking Differently         

Respecting one another                            

Moving deliberately and quickly                 

Taking initiative and delivering 

How you’ll support our operations:

At Misfits Market, our customers choose us for what we - quite literally - bring to the table: foods that may look a little different but are still fresh and safe to eat. As an Inventory  Lead, your role is pivotal in supporting the on-time delivery of all customer orders from the FC. You will be responsible for maintaining accurate inventory records and ensuring the efficient flow of products throughout the warehouse.

What we offer you: 

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) 
• Annual Misfits grocery box credit of $1200 paid in weekly installments
• Life insurance
• Paid vacation time
• Paid holidays 
• Paid sick days
• Commuter benefits
• Competitive Hourly Rate: $21/hr.

What you’ll be doing:

• Works closely with receiving, packing, and shipping teams to ensure seamless movement of products within the Fulfillment Center. Identifies and resolves inventory-related issues promptly to prevent disruptions.
• Supports the maintenance of optimum stock levels by ensuring accurate documentation in our Warehouse Management System (WMS). 
• Conducts regular cycle counts and inventory audits to maintain real-time accuracy in inventory records. Coordinates with warehouse leadership to schedule counts without disrupting daily operations.
• Enforces FIFO (First-In-First-Out) practices in the warehouse to ensure product quality and freshness for our customers.
• Provides guidance, feedback, and support to ensure their team understands and adheres to our standard operating procedures.
• Trains new Inventory associates. 
• Ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, industry standards, and internal policies related to food safety, quality control, and inventory management.

What you have:

• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Experience or comfort with working in a refrigerated environment (36 degrees)
• Strong verbal communications skills
• Willingness to work overtime and/or possible weekends if the business needs you to
• Ability to thrive in a repetitive and fast-paced environment
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs repetitively with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to stand, squat, kneel, and bend repetitively with or without reasonable accommodation

Nice for you to have:

• HS Diploma or equivalent
• Bilingual preferred (English/Spanish)
• Experience working in a food based environment

 

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