Inventory Control I

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 Why work for UNFI Monday-Friday schedule, guaranteed weekends offExcellent benefits that include: Medical (HAS and FSA), Dental, Vision, and morePaid parental leaveTuition reimbursementLearning and development programsCareer advancement Schedule: Monday-Friday, 5:00AM-1:30PM What does it mean to be a part of our 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. Job Responsibilities Provide guidance regarding Damage and Returns for products that can be sold to salvage dealersSign and date all pick up documents and return to inventory control coordinator for recorded keepingPull salvage product using reports generated by Quality Control Build stable, secure pallets with the pulled product and label with pallet number tagEnter items pulled on excel spreadsheet itemizing by palletPull any product to be salvaged as directed by buying department, inventory control department or by chargebackCorrectly fill out chargeback paperwork and return to inventory control coordinatorMake necessary inventory adjustments within the systemRun appropriate reports to identify and action products that need to be pulledCoordinate and load salvage pickups with salvage dealerCommunicate information as needed with inventory control, reclaim, Quality Control, buying department and warehouse supervisionReceive, review, and respond to emails regarding salvage product using good communication skillsBe able to safely operate forklift and pallet jack in conjunction with job dutiesExecute and validate Intercompany Transfers Performs other relevant job duties as required Job Requirements Experience Pallet jack certification required2-3 years of experience as a selector, lift operator preferred1-2 years of data entry experience preferred Knowledge Have an understanding of procedures in other areas of the warehouse for a more global understanding of all processesUnderstanding of safety guidelinesUnderstanding of paperwork and reporting methods related to tracking inventoryStrong knowledge of applicable warehouse management system and RF systemGood judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available Skills/Abilities Strong ability to analyze, interpret, and report financial dataAbility to partner with a wide variety of people both in person and virtuallyAbility to problem solve and collaborate to seek resolutionStrong communication skills; both written and oral applicationsStrong interpersonal skills; must be motivated and take initiativeAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with othersAbility to be detail oriented and manage multiple tasksProficiency in PC software tools for reports, analysis, and audits.MS Outlook, Word and Excel experience required Physical Environment Ability to lift between 40-60 pounds daily and to stand, walk, bend, stoop, twist and turn frequentlyExposed to temperatures ranging from -20 degrees below zero to 35 degrees Fahrenheit in Perishable Operation and 37 degrees to 90 degrees Fahrenheit in Grocery OperationAbility to do repetitious arm, wrist and hand movements required for maintenance and service proceduresMust be able to work with hands and arms overhead, and to work in or under the equipmentRequires 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 equipmentSpecific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focusMoving about the distribution center warehouse floor 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. - Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor. Compensation UNFI anticipates paying the above-referenced pay rate (or within the above-referenced pay range) for this position. Actual Pay, where applicable, will depend on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, education, experience, training, and any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements. UNFI is committed to transparency in pay in compliance with applicable state and local laws. Benefits For Washington positions (or positions that may be performed remotely from Washington), https://www.unfi.com/jobs-more-info-wa.html for Washington-specific paid time off details. Candidates hired into this position will also be eligible to participate in the following benefits programs: Paid Time Off; Sick Time; paid holidays and parental leave; 401K Program; medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental death/dismemberment insurance; short-term and long-term disability insurance program, Flexible Spending Account and/or Health Savings Account, subject to meeting the eligibility requirements and the terms and conditions of these programs, and subject to any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements. UNFI’s compensation, benefits, and paid time off policies are subject to change in the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with applicable law. This job posting should not be construed as an offer of employment with certain terms, nor should it be construed as a guaranteed minimum. Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.