Inventory Specialist

Be among the first 25 applicants to apply. Base pay range $17.00/hr - $20.00/hr Responsibilities Responsible for executing, monitoring, and training inventory best practices and standard operating procedures for the entire store, including both front end and pharmacy. Supports pharmacy inventory management activities, including receiving, counting, ordering, and facilitating returns. Champions on‑shelf availability and ensures accurate planogram execution (receiving, counting, pricing, returns). Reviews and coordinates the proper use of reports and system applications that impact the accuracy of front‑end and pharmacy on‑hand balances and pricing. Executes and maintains front‑end and pharmacy asset protection techniques and files claims for vendor overages, shortages, order errors, or damaged goods (including prescription drugs). Opens and closes the store in the absence of store management, performs required system start‑ups, cash handling, cashier duties, and prepares the floor and stock room for business. Customer Experience Engages customers by greeting them and offering assistance with products and services. Resolves customer issues and answers questions to ensure a positive customer experience. Models and shares customer‑service best practices with all team members. Operations Executes and coaches team members on warehouse and vendor inventory management processes. Scans all deliveries while the vendor is in the store, focusing on One Box receiving and taking appropriate action for undelivered items. Under pharmacist supervision, verifies pharmacy shipments, posts orders, and reports shortages or damaged product. Completes on‑shelf availability end‑to‑end processes, including disposals, call‑ins, and vendor returns. Completes pharmacy inventory activities such as recalls, returns, salvage, and inter‑store transfers. Executes all pricing activities, including price changes, markdowns, and delete markdowns. Supports front‑end and pharmacy ordering, maintains consigned inventory, and monitors manual orders. Updates pull & quarantine items on‑hand and maintains accurate inventory counts. Ensures compliance with state and local laws regarding regulated products. Assists with preparation for physical inventory and supports inventory day activities. Maintains clean and well‑merchandised counters and shelves. Knowledgeable of all store systems and equipment. Assists and coaches store team on package delivery activities and pickup program execution. Registers all related sales on the POS, including returns, voids, refunds, and cash drops. Complies with all company policies and maintains respectful relationships with coworkers. Completes additional activities and tasks as assigned. Training & Personal Development Attends company‑based trainings and completes all e‑learning modules, including safety training. Obtains and maintains a valid pharmacy license/certification as required by state. Communications Serves as a liaison between management and non‑management team members by coaching and developing other capabilities with inventory systems. Communicates assigned tasks to team members and reports disciplinary issues and customer complaints to management. Basic Qualifications Six months of prior work experience with Walgreens (internal candidates) or one year of prior retail work experience (external candidates). Fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English. Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends. ‘Achieving expectations’ rating on last performance review and no written disciplinary actions in the previous 12 months (internal candidates only). Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to multitask and manage execution. Experience identifying operational issues and recommending and implementing strategies to resolve problems. Preferred Qualifications Previous experience as a shift lead, pharmacy technician, designated hitter, or customer service associate. Prior work experience with Walgreens with an evaluation on file. We will consider employment of qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. The actual compensation that you will be offered will depend on a variety of factors including geography, skills, education, experience and other relevant factors. This role will remain open until filled. Salary Range $17 – $20 per hour #J-18808-Ljbffr Walgreens