Join our team and immediately become part of the largest distributor of conventional, natural, organic and specialty products in the United States and Canada. We serve over 43,000 customer locations with 200,000 different products. Our Warehouse associates supply thousands of consumers with better for you food that nourishes families nationwide. Our retailers range from small family owned stores to Wholefoods Markets and everything in between. Are you ready to make an impact on the lives of others and feel good about what you do? Join our growing Distribution team today.

• Competitive Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K & Vacation 
• Growth and professional development opportunities.
• Recognition for great work, company events and picnics, and much more.
• Full-time employment opportunity

PURPOSE: The Inventory Variance Researcher will research and action inventory inquiries and reports to ensure accurate inventory. This position will collaborate with Procurement and local Operations leadership to identify shrink trends and provide recommendations. This position will also help support inventory projects and programs to ensure accuracy and in compliance with service levels.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Review and process penalty box items, identify trends and make recommendations to Operations leaders regarding potential coaching or training opportunities

• Reviews and actions daily reports to including but not limited to: Daily Inventory Change, Negative Inventory, Daily Inventory Evaluation, and other inventory related reports.

• Collaborates with Procurement to resolve excess inventory concerns

• Reconcile store returns and make necessary adjustments within the inventory system

• Act as an inventory lead as needed in close partnership with Operations leadership

• Performs other relevant job duties as required

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Capability of being licensed in operating powered industrial equipment Experience:

• 2-3 years of experience in in both mechanized and conventional warehousing, picking and storage operations in dry grocery and perishable areas(required)

• Experience as a selector or lift operator (strongly preferred)

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