Ben E. Keith Company

Food and Beverage Services5,001-10,000 employeesWebsite

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Ben E. Keith Company has been a leader in fine food and premium beverage distribution for over a century, consistently striving to exceed customer expectations. The company's Food Division is a multi-state distributor, and its Beverage Division operates throughout Texas, distributing Anheuser-Busch products, craft and import beer brands, spirits, and wine. Ben E. Keith Company is dedicated to the growth and success of its business, customers, and employees. Ben E. Keith Company is currently hiring, with 45 open positions available. Here are some of the roles currently being offered: * **Credit Support Coordinator:** This on-site role focuses on driving operational excellence in credit operations. Responsibilities include providing strategic support to Division and National Account Credit Teams through credit analysis, customer master data management, and sales tax compliance. The position requires a candidate who can perform customer data governance, credit analysis support, and generate reports to provide insights. * **Distributor Sales Rep. Outside:** This on-site position involves selling food products and supplies to food service establishments. Responsibilities include visiting customers' places of business in assigned territories. * **RSA - DOT CDL - A Driver:** This on-site role requires the candidate to perform product deliveries along assigned routes. The employee must inspect vehicle equipment, assemble orders, and ensure products are delivered without damage. * **Accounting Clerk 267:** This on-site role involves performing clerical duties, including accounts payables and accounts receivable. The Accounting Clerk will audit product returns, manage route reconciliation, and manage accounts payable/receivable processes. * **Distributor Sales Rep. Outside:** This on-site position involves selling food products and supplies to food service establishments in order to meet and exceed BEK sales goals. * **Branch Controller:** The on-site Branch Controller maintains fiscal responsibility for each assigned division of Ben E. Keith Food Distribution and ensures the establishment and administration of adequate internal controls. * **Purchasing Assistant:** The on-site Purchasing Assistant compiles information and records to draw up purchase orders for the procurement of materials and services. They also select, order, and authorize payment for merchandise. * **Accounts Payable Associate:** This on-site role involves coding invoices, maintaining accounts payable files, and verifying the accuracy of work performed by other accounts payable associates. * **HR Generalist - Food:** The on-site HR Generalist champions employee experience and organizational effectiveness for the Foodservice Division. The job listings highlight several technologies and skills. The company is looking for candidates skilled in: * Credit Analysis * Data Management * Sales Tax Compliance * Reporting * Process Optimization * Customer Relations * Vendor Management * Analytical Skills * Communication * Problem-Solving * Relationship Building * Change Adaptability * Quality Focus * Strategic Business Acumen * Excel * ERP Systems * Sales * Food Service * Customer Service * Microsoft Office * Word * Excel * Research * Prospecting * Calculating Figures * Teamwork * Time Management * Negotiation * Goal Orientation * Route Driving * Regulatory Compliance * Vehicle Inspection * Administrative Skills * Interpersonal Skills * Independent Thinking * Active Listening * Self-Motivated * Safety Awareness * Basic Math Skills * Accounts Payable * Accounts Receivable * Data Entry * Bookkeeping * Oracle PeopleSoft * 10-Key by Touch * Payroll Management * Financial Controls * Team Environment * Fast-Paced Environment * Mentoring * Coaching * Performance Assessment * HRIS Management * HR Compliance * Project Management * DEI Initiatives * Recruitment Strategies * Policy Management * Employee Training * Inventory Management * Order Processing * Supplier Communication * Cost Calculation * Contract Management Most of the listed positions are on-site. Certain roles require frequent interaction with customers and suppliers. The Driver position requires candidates to be safety-conscious and aware of DOT regulations. 1. **What kind of benefits does Ben E. Keith Company offer?** The company offers medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, plus short and long-term disability, a 401K with a matching contribution, and a profit-sharing plan. An employee assistance program, a wellness program, an educational assistance program, paid vacation and holidays, and an employee credit union are also offered. 2. **Are there remote work options available?** Currently, most positions listed are on-site. 3. **What kind of experience is required for the HR Generalist role?** The HR Generalist position requires a minimum of 3+ years of HR experience. 4. **What are the physical requirements for the Driver roles?** The Driver roles require the ability to perform repetitive lifting and carrying, the ability to sit, use hands, reach, talk, and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, climb, and balance. 5. **What are the experience requirements for the Branch Controller position?** The Branch Controller position requires a minimum of 3 years of finance experience and at least 2 years of management experience.

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Ben E. Keith celebrates over 115 years of distribution excellence in the food and beverage distribution business. Ben E. Keith is a privately held company employing over 6,000 associates. Our values stress a commitment to our employees, as they are our strength and the key to the success – past, present and future. At Ben E. Keith we recognize that our workforce reflects the increasingly diverse nature of our society, and we want to do all we can to take advantage of that diversity with both our external and internal customers. We believe our differences are also our strength, and we want to do all we can to use those strengths to find more creative solutions for the business challenges we face.

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