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

Join the Champaign-Urbana UNFI team in an Inventory Associate role. Receive Benefits such as:

• Weekly paychecks and One@Work early pay option
• Starting Salary: $22.75/hr
• Medical, dental and vision benefits after 30 days of employment
• Paid Leave Time earned and Flexible Sick Time
• Even more perks: 401K with company match, tuition reimbursement, on-site gym, discounted child care services

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES:

• Monitors product velocity and tracks lost sales and in-house damages

• Researches inventory adjustments and maintain high service levels (low out of stock)

• Initiates date checks, periodic cycle counts ( 3 months in grocery and repack and every 3-4 weeks in cooler/freezer) as well as quality checks

• Researches mis-slots and quality issues, verifies pick slots and back stock verification

• Processes return to vendor requests

• Basic slotting

• Alerts management of potential safety problems or violations.

• Tracks expiration dates (particularly cooler/freezer items)

• Tracks food bank and salvaged product

• Perform duties in accordance with Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) and Safe Quality Food (SQF) policies and procedures, as appropriate for location

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

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong knowledge of applicable Bakco functions and RF systems

• Understanding of all paperwork and reporting methods related to tracking inventory

• Capability of being licensed in operating powered industrial equipment

SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Strong communications skills; both written and oral applications

• Strong interpersonal skills; must be motivated and take initiative

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others

• Ability to be detail oriented and manage multiple tasks