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 Manager / Operations Analyst. We have a competitive compensation package with a wide range of benefits for full-time employees. 

Inventory Control Manager / Operations Analyst

Company: MBG Texas

Position Title: Inventory Control Manager / Operations Analyst

Job Title: Inventory Control Manager / Operations Analyst

Reports To: Director of Operations

Position Code: ICMOA

Position Type: Full Time Hourly Non-Exempt

EEO Class: 1.2 Workers Comp Code: 8292, SOC Class: 43-5071, Department: 50

JOB DESCRIPTION

Reporting to the Director of Operations, the Inventory Control Manager / Operations Analyst is a dual-role position responsible for managing inventory levels and analyzing operational data to drive efficiency across the supply chain. This role combines hands-on inventory oversight with analytical insight, helping the organization improve accuracy, streamline logistics, and reduce operational costs. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, data-savvy, and highly organized. 

MORALES BEVERAGE GROUP VALUES

All-In: Being Accountable; If it’s to be, it’s up to me.

People: Growing and building partnerships within a family dynamic.

Future Thinking: Innovative and disruptive in our approach.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Inventory Control Duties:

• Develop, implement, and enforce inventory control procedures and best practices.
• Monitor and maintain accurate inventory records in ERP/inventory systems.
• Conduct cycle counts and physical inventory audits; reconcile any variances.
• Collaborate with procurement to manage reorder points and purchasing strategies.
• Coordinate with warehouse staff on organization, labeling, and storage standards.
• Track inventory turnover and minimize excess, obsolete, or slow-moving stock.
• Ensure inventory handling complies with company policy and regulatory standards.
• Supervise and train inventory control team members.
• All other duties assigned.

Operations Analyst Duties:

• Analyze operational data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Create and maintain dashboards and reports to track KPIs (e.g., inventory accuracy, order fulfillment rate, cycle time).
• Support demand forecasting, supply planning, and capacity analysis using historical and real-time data.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (procurement, logistics, production) to improve workflows and resource allocation.
• Develop models to simulate inventory and supply chain scenarios for planning purposes.
• Assist in system implementations, process improvements, and technology upgrades related to inventory and operations.
• Present insights and strategic recommendations to senior management.

COMPETENCIES

• Planning: Accurately scopes out the length and difficulty of tasks and projects. Sets objectives and goals; breaks down work into process steps; develops schedules and task/people assignments.
• Decision Quality: Makes good decisions based on analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgment. Seeks diverse input from others and weighs information before making decisions.
• Process Management: Good at figuring out the necessary processes to get things done. Knows how to organize people and activities; understands how to separate and combine tasks into efficient workflows.
• Managing and Measuring Work: Clearly assigns responsibility for tasks and decisions. Sets clear objectives and measures; monitors process, progress, and results.
• Developing Others: Provides constructive feedback to others and helps them improve their skills. Is a people builder; motivates others to improve performance.

BEHAVIOR & COMMUNICATION EXPECTATIONS

• Collaborate with peers and the supervisor to strategize on issues that disrupt goal achievement
• A high level of professionalism and confidentiality is crucial to this role
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, department leaders and executive leadership with the purpose of:
• Being approachable at all times
• Being known as a trusted resource for knowledge and guidance
• Desire to deliver excellence – Always looking for the very best product in what we do
• Living Above the Line – Exhibiting ownership, accountability and responsibility
• Engaged – Ensuring we all care about MBG and the work we do, from the top - down
• Responsive – We do what we say in a timely manner
• Respected – As professionals, we are known for accuracy in all we say and do
• Confident – Trust in our ability to be successful and make good decisions

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to repeatedly lift, push, and pull 50+ pounds.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time while working at a computer or in meetings.
• Must be able to occasionally lift and move items up to 75 pounds.
• Will require walking, bending, and climbing ladders during inventory counts or warehouse audits.
• Must be comfortable working in a warehouse environment periodically, including exposure to varying temperatures.
• Ability to use hands and fingers for data entry, equipment use, and paperwork.
• Strong problem-solving abilities with a proactive, hands-on approach to tasks.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• 1-3 years of experience in a warehouse or inventory control (IC) work required.
• 1-3 years of prior leadership experience required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word preferred.
• Forklift experience is an advantage.
• Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision. 
• 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 list 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.