Inventory Control Associate

Want to help pets live their best lives? We’re proud to be where the pets go and where the pet people go. If you want to make a real difference, create an exciting career path, feel welcome to be your whole self and nurture your wellbeing, Petco is the place for you . Our core values capture that spirit as we work to improve lives by doing what’s right for pets and people. Core Values Pet First – Protect & Empower. All pets should Live their Best Life. We put the needs of pets and pet parents at the center of everything we do. Foster the Fun – Connect & Bond. Our Passion for pets brings us together! We celebrate the journey of pet parenthood through district experiences, products, and services. Let’s Go! Own & Commit. We are stronger as One Petco team. We bring our unique superpowers and champion authenticity in everyone to drive success. About Petco We’re proud to be "where the pets go" to find everything they need to live their best lives for more than 60 years — from their favorite meals and toys, to trusted supplies and expert support from people who get it, because we live it. We believe in the universal truths of pet parenthood — the boundless boops, missing slippers, late night zoomies and everything in between. And we’re here for it. Every tail wag, every vet visit, every step of the way. We are 29,000+ strong and together we nurture the pet-human bond in more than 1,500 Petco stores across the U.S., Mexico and Puerto Rico, 250+ Vetco Total Care hospitals, hundreds of preventive care clinics and eight distribution centers. In 1999, we founded Petco Love. Together, we support thousands of local animal welfare groups nationwide and have helped find homes for approximately 7 million animals through in-store adoption events. Position Purpose Perform cycle counts and resolve inventory problems as they arise. Maintain accuracy of Warehouse Librarian computer database. Through general operating procedure covers most tasks, questions are referred to the supervisor. Essential Job Functions Efficiently create complex documents and/or reports using spreadsheet software. (Excel) Type correspondence and/or documents using MS Office software, including Outlook and Word. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Efficiently enter data via 10-key by touch. Operate equipment such as Cherry Picker and Reach Truck (preferred) Interact professionally and effectively through verbal and written communication with all contacts inside and outside the Company. Duties And Responsibilities Conduct inventory cycle counts and adjusted stock counts to ensure the accuracy with which supplies are stocked in the warehouse and run daily inventory, productivity and analysis reports for distribution among management staff. Ensure cycle count discrepancies are communicated to appropriate supervisors and errors are addressed. Maintain Warehouse Librarian computer database and use it to research and identify product number, obtain SKU number and locate merchandise within the warehouse. Observe and promote established safety procedures and maintain a clean warehouse environment. Assist in quarterly and annual inventories. Special projects as assigned. Nature Of Supervision General instruction is provided on some, but not all tasks to be completed and work is periodically checked upon completion. Non-routine tasks may be assigned which may last from one to several days without direct supervisory direction or guidance. Supervision Responsibility Although this position generally does not entail supervising other employees, on occasion management may delegate additional responsibility to include providing functional guidance to others. Education / Experience The minimum educational background of an applicant to this position is a high school diploma or its equivalent (GED). Basic math proficiency and a working knowledge of computer fundamentals are also required. A minimum of one year of previous Distribution clerical experience is preferred, to include 10-Key by touch and basic office support duties. Work Environment The duties of this position may be performed in an office environment with some exposure to, or in a warehouse environment in which there is constant exposure to, heat, cold, dirt, dust, fumes and/or noise. Work duties are almost exclusively performed indoors in one location, where the risk of minor injury should not be overlooked as a result of warehouse conditions. Salary Range $12.90 - $21.20 Equal Opportunity & Other Statements Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification. Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. #J-18808-Ljbffr