Inventory Control I (Finance)

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.

What does it mean to be a part of the Inventory Control team?

Our Inventory team is responsible for tracking all inventory within our distribution centers. This includes maintaining accurate records and researching any discrepancies with the product. It is imperative to understand the layout of the warehouse to ensure the proper location of the product. Researching any damages/adjustments of product, tracking expiration dates, and alert management of any potential safety concerns that may arise. Within this department, you will ensure proper handling of damaged and/or spoiled merchandise, pulling and processing salvaged product, review and analyze inventory reports to identify trends, and work directly with various departments and local operations leadership to provide recommendations.

Schedule: Monday- Friday 1PM- 9:30PM

Job Responsibilities:

• Process Damages and returns

• Monitors product velocity and tracks lost sales and in-house damages.

• Handle special re-slot projects

• Offsite coordination

• Functions as a lead for team in facilities where there is no Supervisor

• Process landed report daily

• Processes daily reports for RF accuracy, quantity OH/Out of Stock Report

• Alerts management of potential safety problems or violations.

• Troubleshoots daily Inventory Control issues.

• Coordinates new items and changes in pack size, product description and discontinued product.

• Perform duties in accordance with Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) and Quality

Job Requirements:

• Have an understanding of procedures in other areas of the warehouse for a more global understanding of all processes.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office - specifically Excel.
• Prior warehouse clerical experience.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Prior experience in Inventory Control is a plus.
• Good judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available.

Experience:

• Previous Warehouse/Selecting experience preferred

Work Environment:

Onsite Role:

• This position requires the associate to perform all duties at one of our UNFI locations, such as a distribution center or office.

Physical Environment/Demands:

•Ability to lift up to 75 pounds 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.

•Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

About UNFI: We are North America's premier grocery wholesaler, delivering the widest variety of fresh, branded, and owned brand products to community grocers and retail chains alike. A pioneer in natural and organic foods, we are growing and transforming to meet the needs of an evolving workplace. Our 29,000+ employees work across America in our 50 Distribution Centers and corporate offices. Learn more: Organic, Natural and Conventional Food | Wholesale Food Distributors | UNFI

Benefits: *Include any that apply to your role, delete not applicable benefits* Competitive 401k, Flexible PTO or Competitive PTO plan, Remote or Hybrid, Health benefits - first of the month following 30 days of employment, mileage reimbursement, cell phone, LTI, mentorship program/developmental opportunities, other benefits applicable to specific role.

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.