Slotting Coordinator

INFORMATION: The pay range provided is not indicative of Sysco’s actual pay range but is merely algorithmic and provided for generalized comparison.  Factors that may be used to determine rate of pay include specific skills, work location, work experience and other individualized factors JOB SUMMARY This is an Operations position responsible for maintaining and coordinating all slotting processes in a cost-efficient manner. Must maintain a balance between the Sysco Redistribution Center, merchandising and the selection pick path.

Determine warehouse placement of all incoming merchandise and ensures that merchandise is slotted within before receipt. Decide placement of new item merchandising and reports slot to appropriate staff to efficiently store merchandise for future delivery. Prepare a slot change memo identifying the rearrangement of products. Move product, as needed, to make room for new products to efficiently utilize warehouse space and track product movement through the warehouse. Enter slot changes into the inventory tracking system to ensure that all product locations can be identified. Rearrange merchandise in the warehouse to maximize total cubic feet usage of available warehouse space. Identify "like items" that are slotted in such a way that the products may not be confused and mispicked; Separate items, as needed, to reduce the possibility of mispick and misdelivery of products to customers. Check slots of discontinued items to determine if the product is gone. Approve the deletion of the item code numbers if the product is removed to ensure that no product is wasted due to deletion from the inventory tracking system. Update, through data entry, slot changes, alterations, expansions, etc., to ensure that the system correctly identifies product location at all times. Plan and prepare a draft of warehouse racking expansion, as request, to ensure the fullest utilization of warehouse space. Establish additional racking components needs. Conform to appropriate equipment (i.e. tugs, forklifts, pallet jacks) operation rules and practices to reduce accidents and injuries. Ensure that assigned equipment is maintained and clean, and report repair or service needs to the equipment mechanic to reduce equipment damage. Observe all safety rules, regulations, and sanitation policies to reduce accidents, injuries, and equipment damage. Use equipment horns when driving out of storage areas into unobstructed view areas, and when entering walkways or row intersections to reduce accidents, injuries and equipment damage. Plug batteries into the power outlet when not in use to ensure the availability of fully operational equipment.

Education High school diploma or General Education Development (GED) or equivalent preferred.

3+ years' experience in the Warehouse/Distribution Services field preferred.

18+ years of age Pass employment testing 3+ years' experience in the Warehouse/Distribution Services field preferred Understanding of data analysis preferred Ability to interpret operational data, identify trends, and recommend improvements preferred Proficiency in creating and maintaining operational reports preferred Knowledge of warehouse selection, loading, & forklift operations preferred Professional Skills Able to read, write and communicate effectively, as it relates to the job and the safety regulations Working knowledge of the following: inventory control techniques and procedures, product lines and their dimensions, products sold by Sysco, Sysco safety and security policies, equipment associated with warehouse activities and the operation of the equipment Good working knowledge of the following systems and technologies: Sysco Warehouse Management System (SWMS), Sysco Uniform System (SUS), Radio Frequency (RF) Admin