Established in 1989, Morales Capital Group, is a portfolio of companies including MBG, Mexcor International, MFI, Globalternative Solutions, VivaVerse, and Viva Center. It is a primarily a family-owned, multi-generational importer & distributor of alcohol beverages headquartered in Houston, Texas. Founded by Celia Villanueva and joined by her son Eduardo Morales in 2014, MCG has grown to be the 3rd largest alcohol beverage distributor in Texas, the 4th largest spirits distributor in Florida and 6th in California. MCG has cultivated and established a network of partnerships with over 140 regional distributors and control states resulting in reach and presence in all 50 states in the US. MCG offers a carefully curated, diverse portfolio of top-quality brands sourced from all over the world and strives to provide exceptional levels of service to our business partners every day.
We are guided by our primary PURPOSE, our CORE VALUES and our RESPONSIBILITIES towards our ASSOCIATES, CUSTOMERS, SUPPLIERS & COMMUNITY.
Located in Houston, TX Morales Beverage Group seeks a Inventory Control Clerk for our Headquarters location. We have a competitive compensation package with a wide range of benefits for full-time employees.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Reporting to the Inventory Control Manager, the Inventory Control Clerk is responsible for maintaining inventory within the warehouse, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with company policies and procedures. This role involves coordinating with various departments, use of forklift equipment, and accurate record keeping.
MORALES BEVERAGE GROUP VALUES
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All-In: Being Accountable; If it’s to be, it’s up to me.
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People: Growing and building partnerships within a family dynamic.
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Future Thinking: Innovative and disruptive in our approach.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Inventory Management:
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Complete daily inventory activities, ensuring accurate record-keeping.
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Conduct regular cycle counts utilizing WMS.
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Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies in a timely manner.
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Receive and process inbound shipments.
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Operate various forklift equipment.
Collaboration:
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Work closely with the warehouse team to ensure smooth operations.
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Collaborate with other departments to address inventory-related issues and improve accuracy.
Warehouse Operations:
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Receive, inspect, and process inbound shipments.
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Restack and move product throughout warehouse utilizing forklift equipment.
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Operate forklift equipment and other material handling equipment safely and efficiently.
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Facilitate rework, repack, QA, and all other inventory projects.
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Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
COMPETENCIES
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Attention to Detail – This role requires accurate record-keeping, inventory counts, and discrepancy resolution, making attention to detail critical for maintaining precise inventory levels and compliance.
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Problem Solving – Investigating and resolving inventory discrepancies and collaborating with other departments to improve accuracy demands strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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Process Management – Ensuring efficient inventory workflows, coordinating with different teams, and adhering to company policies requires a strong ability to design and manage processes effectively.
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Collaboration – Working cross-functionally with procurement, logistics, and warehouse teams highlights the need for teamwork, relationship-building, and effective communication.
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Time Management – Handling multiple inventory tasks, cycle counts, shipments, and warehouse operations efficiently while maintaining accuracy requires excellent time management skills.
BEHAVIOR & COMMUNICATION EXPECTATIONS
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Collaborate with peers and the supervisor to strategize on issues that disrupt goal achievement
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A high level of professionalism and confidentiality is crucial to this role
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Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, department leaders and executive leadership with the purpose of:
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Being approachable at all times
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Being known as a trusted resource for knowledge and guidance
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Desire to deliver excellence – Always looking for the very best product in what we do
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Living Above the Line – Exhibiting ownership, accountability and responsibility
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Engaged – Ensuring we all care about MBG and the work we do, from the top - down
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Responsive – We do what we say in a timely manner
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Respected – As professionals, we are known for accuracy in all we say and do
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Confident – Trust in our ability to be successful and make good decisions
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
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Ability to repeatedly lift, push, and pull 50+ pounds.
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Capability to reach above head height, stand, walk, kneel, bend, and stretch as needed.
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Strong problem-solving abilities with a proactive, hands-on approach to tasks.
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Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
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Willingness to learn and adapt in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
QUALIFICATIONS
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High School diploma or GED preferred.
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Must be at least 21 years of age.
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Previous inventory control experience is a plus.
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Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision.
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Forklift Experience: Experienced in safely operating forklift equipment and other material handling devices in a warehouse setting.
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Warehouse Systems: Proficient in using basic warehouse management systems for tracking, counting, and moving inventory.
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1-3 years of experience in a warehouse or inventory control (IC) work required.
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Must be able to pass a background and drug screening for hire and randomly throughout employment.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Morales Beverage Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This EEO policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Employment with Morales Beverage Group is at will. This means employment is for an indefinite period of time and it is subject to termination by you or Morales Beverage Group, with or without cause, with or without notice, and at any time.
