087 - AJ's Fine Foods Inventory Specialist - 56th Street & Ray

Position Purpose: The Inventory Management Specialist plans, implements, monitors and coordinates the maintenance, service and installation of store/food prep equipment along with being responsible for safety, labor productivity, efficiency, and inventory management.

Responsibilities: An Inventory Management Specialist is a responsible, friendly person who can safely work in a fast-paced environment and provide excellent customer service.

An Inventory Management Specialist ’s responsibilities include:

• The Inventory Management Specialist has the primary responsibility of efficiently and accurately checking in all grocery vendor deliveries, but also meat, produce, bakery, deli and liquor vendors.
• Enforcing store operating hours for receiving according to company policy.
• Controlling the flow of vendor traffic through receiving doors.
• Checking and verifying all grocery items received to ensure that the items listed on vendor invoices are delivered and meet store policy for quality, counting, and condition.
• Verifying that all vendor invoices include legible pricing and are properly extended.
• Flagging attention to any discrepancies and shortages on invoice documents and obtain the signature of the delivery vendor for confirmation of such shortages according to company policy.
• Handling damaged and spoiled products according to company policy and assisting in controlling the level of damaged goods.
• Performing accurate posting of all invoice documents to the receiving log and place all signed invoices in the designated and secure area.
• Keeping all warehouse, receiving, storage, and spill areas clean, clear and in good order.
• Bailing cardboard boxes and cleaning dock as needed.
• Using bailer, pallet jacks and forklifts in compliance with company safety policy.
• Ensuring compliance with heath department, weights and measures requirements, liquor and tobacco laws, and invoice handling.
• All other related duties as assigned

Employees may occasionally experience the following physical demands for an extended period:

Standing, Sitting, Lifting + Stocking (Up to 50 lbs.), Pushing, Keyboarding, Telephone Use, Walking, Bending

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive compensation, paid weekly
• Retirement Benefits
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for yourself and eligible dependents
• Tuition Reimbursement for qualified courses
• Scholarship opportunities for continued education
• Store discount programs (10% off household groceries)
• Fun work environment where you have the opportunity to nourish your community.

Must be 18 years of age. Must be 21 years of age for any position that serves alcohol.

For Internal Transfers/Promotion/Rehire Candidates:

1. Your current leader must recommend that you apply for this position and provide an endorsement upon request from HR.
2. You may be asked to accept a part-time position if that is the only position available
3. Rehires must be approved by an HRBP