A Food & Beverage (F&B) Distribution Specialist is responsible for the efficient and effective movement of food and beverage products from suppliers to customers, ensuring timely delivery and optimal product quality. This role involves managing inventory, coordinating logistics, and potentially working with sales and customer service to meet client needs. Key
Responsibilities:
- Increasing Product Variety, increasing the sales, looking for potential channels, establishing governance in support with COO and setting up the distribution division for the company.
- Monitoring stock levels, tracking inventory, and ensuring accurate records of incoming and outgoing products.
- Arranging transportation, scheduling deliveries, and optimizing delivery routes to ensure timely and efficient product distribution.
- Processing orders, preparing shipments, and ensuring accurate order fulfillment for both internal and external customers.
- Ensuring products are stored and handled properly to maintain quality and freshness, and addressing any quality issues that arise during distribution.
- Providing support to clients, resolving issues related to deliveries, and maintaining positive relationships.
- Adhering to relevant regulations and safety standards related to food handling and transportation.
- Analyzing distribution data to identify areas for improvement and efficiency gains, and preparing reports on distribution activities.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Years of experience: 5-10 years in the same field, showing track record of achievements.
- Strong organizational and time management skills: Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities effectively.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills: Ability to interact with various stakeholders, including suppliers, customers, and internal teams.
- Proficiency in inventory management systems and logistics software: Familiarity with relevant software and tools for tracking inventory and managing distribution processes.
- Knowledge of food safety and handling procedures: Understanding of best practices for maintaining product quality and safety during storage and transportation.
- Problem-solving and analytical skills: Ability to identify and resolve issues related to distribution, inventory, and logistics.
- Physical stamina and ability to lift and move items: May involve physical tasks such as lifting boxes and operating material handling equipment.
- Knowledge of relevant regulations and compliance requirements: Understanding of regulations related to food handling, transportation, and storage.
Job Type: Full-time