Purpose:

The Slotting Analyst will review and analyze inventory control reports, identify trends and provide recommendations to Inventory and Operational leadership. This position will also support inventory projects and programs to ensure accuracy and in compliance with service levels.

Job Responsibilities:

• Responsible for analyzing inventory control reports including but not limited to capacity reports, category, top 30, abnormal item and reporting to identify trends and provide recommendations on inventory opportunities.
• Re-slot product accommodation velocity and warehouse requests as needed.
• Analyze item velocity to determine which overstock items to send to offsite and which to return from offsite to the DC for order fulfillment.
• Coordinates and processes new items and changes in pack size, product description and discontinued product.
• Research inventory adjustments and maintain high service levels (low out of stocks).
• Initiates date checks and periodic cycle counts.
• Research mis-slots and quality issues, verifies pick slots and back stock verification.
• Escalates potential safety problems or violations to appropriate leaders.
• Troubleshoots daily inventory control issues.
• Perform duties in accordance with Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) and Safe Quality Food (SQF) policies and procedures, as appropriate for location.
• Performs other relevant job duties as required.

Job Requirements:

Education/Certifications: (Required/Preferred-list requirement is required or preferred)

• Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, finance or related field and/or equivalent work experience in accounting.
• Capability of being licensed in operating powered industrial equipment.

Experience:

• Having an understanding of procedures in other areas of the warehouse for a more global understanding of all processes.
• Working knowledge and experience, preferably in both mechanized and conventional warehousing, in picking and storage operations in dry grocery and perishable areas.
• Experience as a selector or lift operator (strongly preferred).

Knowledge:

• Understanding of safety guidelines.
• Understanding of paperwork and reporting methods related to tracking inventory.
• Knowledge of warehouse slotting system required.

Skills/Abilities:

• Strong ability to analyze, interpret, and report financial data.
• Ability to partner with a wide variety of people both in person and virtually.
• Ability to problem solve and collaborate to seek resolution.
• Strong communication skills; both written and oral applications.
• Strong interpersonal skills; must be motivated and take initiated.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor