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