What does it mean to be a part of the Inventory Control team?

Our Inventory team is responsible for tracking all inventory within our distribution centers. This includes maintaining accurate records and researching any discrepancies with the product. It is imperative to understand the layout of the warehouse to ensure the proper location of the product. Researching any damages/adjustments of product, tracking expiration dates, and alert management of any potential safety concerns that may arise. Within this department, you will ensure proper handling of damaged and/or spoiled merchandise, pulling and processing salvaged product, review and analyze inventory reports to identify trends, and work directly with various departments and local operations leadership to provide recommendations.  

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 4:00am - 12:30pm

Why join UNFI?

• Competitive salary dependent on relevant experience
• Competitive Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K & Vacation
• Opportunity for Quarterly Bonus and Annual Merit Bonus
• Growth and professional development opportunities
• Paid volunteer time

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 accommodating velocity and warehouse requests as needed

• 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

• 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

• 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)

• Understanding of safety guidelines

• Understanding of paperwork and reporting methods related to tracking inventory

• Strong ability to analyze, interpret, and report financial data

• Ability to problem solve and collaborate to seek resolution

• Proficiency in PC software tools for reports, analysis, and audits

• MS Outlook, Word and Excel experience required

• Good judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available

Physical Environment

• Ability to lift between 40-60 pounds daily and to stand, walk, bend, stoop, twist and turn frequently

• Exposed to temperatures ranging from -20 degrees below zero to 35 degrees Fahrenheit in Perishable Operation and 37 degrees to 90 degrees Fahrenheit in Grocery Operation

• Ability to operate work related equipment