Position Type: Finance/Inventory and Sustainability SpecialistDate Posted: 7/1/2025Location: FinanceThe DeKalb County School District is seeking an experienced and professional Specialist I, Inventory & Sustainability.
Salary Grade/Schedule: Unified 119
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Title: Specialist I, Inventory & Sustainability
Functions under the direction of the Procurement Manager. Receives, handles, and stores food and supplies in accordance with Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) guidelines and applicable food safety standards. Utilizes computer and inventory control systems to purchase, receive, and distribute groceries and supplies for the School Nutrition Services (SNS) department. Ensures compliance with the department's budgetary constraints.
Essential Functions:
• Establishes inventory control procedures and ensures they are regularly updated to comply with state and federal regulations applicable to School Nutrition Services.
• Monitors inventory trends at individual schools, including perishable and frozen items; coordinates ongoing inventory control procedures and provides training support to School Nutrition Services staff on inventory management and cost control.
• Conducts school visits to evaluate and monitor excessive inventory, high-value items, expiration dates, and adherence to the Buy American Provision.
• Maintains detailed records of inventory trends and changes within the School Nutrition software.
• Investigates and troubleshoots inventory inconsistencies; researches and resolves discrepancies.
• Reviews menus and historical data to estimate inventory needs and provides projections to the Procurement & Distribution Manager as needed.
• Communicates with the Menu Specialist regarding inventory trends to support menu planning, development, and continuous improvement.
• Assists the Technology department with the implementation of Back-of-House ordering and inventory systems.
• Coordinates sustainability programs, including design, cost analysis, school-level implementation, and monitoring usage.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• An Associate's degree in Nutrition, Culinary Arts, Culinary Management, Food and Beverage Management, Sustainability, or Marketing, or a closely related area from a Georgia Professional Standards-approved accredited college or university is required.
• A minimum of three (3) years of food service or related field, with experience in a leadership role preferred; or any equivalent combination of training and experience.
07/01/2025
