Inventory Control I

Warehouse Associate

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 Whole Foods 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!

POSITION PURPOSE:

Responsible for tracking inventory and maintaining accurate inventory records and able to research any discrepancies. Display a strong understanding of the equipment he/she uses, the location of product, and the lay-out of the warehouse, slot location, lost sales, mispicks, pack size and all other applicable product information.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES:

• Track and maintain SOX compliance relative to 3rd Party audit & Company standards.
• Schedules and coordinates all physical inventories and cycle counts including date check.
• Prepares physical inventory recaps on a timely basis for distribution to management.
• Reviews and develop inventory control procedures as appropriate.
• Identifies and resolves all internal shrink problems.
• Monitor, process and analyze daily reports for inventory control.
• Monitors quarterly parts and supply inventories to ensure accuracy.
• Maintains records retention program in compliance with corporate guidelines and policies.
• Perform basic slotting functions as needed.
• Research mis-slots and quality issues, verify pick slots and back stock verification.
• Monitors and process store returns, driver checks in process and salvage programs.
• Monitors and process product velocity and track lost sales and in-house damage.
• Process return to vendor requests in accordance with standard operating procedures.
• Track food bank donations and salvaged products.
• Responsible for proper handling of UNFI product.
• Collect and relocate merchandise as necessary to correct inventory problems.
• Provide guidance regarding damage and returns for products that can be sold to salvage dealers.
• Sign and date all pick up documents and return to inventory.
• Build stable, secure pallets with the pulled product and label with pallet number tag.
• Pull any product to be salvaged as directed by buying department, IC or chargeback.
• Correctly fill out chargeback paperwork.
• Make accurate inventory adjustments in the system.
• Coordinate and load salvage pickups with salvage dealer.
• Communicate with all stakeholder departments including QC, inventory control, operations, procurement, reclaim, etc.
• Review, receive and respond to written and verbal communication.
• Safe operation of powered equipment.
• Performs other relevant job duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Capability of being licensed in operating powered industrial equipment.
• Understanding of Safety guidelines,
• Strong knowledge of applicable Bakco functions and RF systems.
• Understanding of all paperwork and reporting methods related to tracking inventory.
• Have an understanding for procedures in other areas of the warehouse for a more global understanding of all processes.

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.

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT/ DEMANDS:

• Some travel may be required.
• 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 do repetitious arm, wrist and hand movements required for maintenance and service procedures.
• Must be able to work with hands and arms overhead, and to work in or under the equipment.
• Requires manual dexterity, overall coordination and good balance to work both at ground level and in high places to perform job duties. Ability to operate work related equipment.

UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected ground. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the job selection process. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Company: United Natural Foods West Inc