Inventory Control Specialist

About the role

PITCO Foods is a large independent foodservice distributor in Northern California. Based in San Jose, CA, PITCO also has distribution centers in Brisbane, Oakland, and Sacramento. Position Summary: Maintains accurate count of all merchandise, and oversees the inventory processes. Identifies, investigates and corrects daily inventory discrepancies. Works closely with Loss Prevention to identify and track through the use of accurate logs all shrink, theft, and damaged goods. Audits various reports, product pricing for accuracy and takes corrective action when required. Follows proper confidentiality, safety and security procedures.

Responsibilities

• Communicates with supervisors and managers to review reports, issues and establish priorities.
• Provides detailed information at daily inventory meeting, and covers any issues from previous or current day.
• Oversees all daily cycle counts.
• Investigates any count variances, and makes adjustments for Random Daily Cycle counts as required.
• Runs Out of Stock, Scratch, Negative, Items with no Location, and D&D reports daily.
• Prepares warehouse for annual inventory, oversees all physical inventory and provides support to auditors at end of year audit.
• Provides support to receiving ensuring all inventory received is correct and makes appropriate changes as necessary.
• Maintains UPC codes in computer system.
• Provides support to vendors as needed.
• Follows all established inventory preparation guidelines and requirements.
• Works with Pricing, A/P, and purchasing departments to assist with research.
• Receives cigarettes, and provides complete cigarette count on Friday, researching any variance, makes adjustments and communicates to management as required.
• Provides support to Cash and Carry to ensure all products are scanning correctly.
• Ensures all new items are entered into system and have locations; runs tags and ensures properly displayed.
• Follows all safety and security procedures.
• Spots for forklift drivers to keep people out of fall danger zones.
• Assists in other departments of the warehouse as necessary.

Requirements

• Communication – Articulates information in a way that can be easily understood by employees, members, and suppliers. Actively listens to fellow employees, members, and managers.
• Member Service – Exhibits a professional demeanor toward others. Unselfishly serves others and assists members, employees, and suppliers in a prompt and effective manner while following company procedures.
• Ability to identify problems, finds solutions, and makes sound decisions that reflect PITCO Food’s Code of Ethics.
• Self-Motivated – Well-organized and able to prioritize, multi-task, and adhere to deadlines while working efficiently and independently with minimal supervision. Accepts responsibility for his/her choices and decisions. Always maintains a positive attitude.
• Team Player – Cooperates well with a variety of personalities and individuals and participates in a professional manner to accomplish the business goal. Willingness to perform tasks assigned by supervisors and to assist others as needed.
• Flexibility – Adjusts positively to change in direction or assignment. Ability to do more than one task during a work shift. Willingness and ability to comply with new programs, methods, practices, and procedures.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Bi-lingual a plus but not required
• Must pass Drug Test and Background Check
• Education: High School Diploma or GED, some college preferred
• Experience: Inventory Control or comparable experience with 2 years of relevant work experience
• Certifications/training: Pitco Electric Pallet Jack, Forklift

Skills

• Basic computer, math and legible handwriting
• Required bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, lifting, pushing, pulling and moving items with need to lift and move bulky and heavy items without assistance up to 75 pounds
• Ability to follow instructions and complete required training
• Ability to work independently and/or as a team member
• Working conditions: noisy and dusty environment with possible gas fumes, frequent drafts and temperature changes, handling merchandise with sharp tools, standing/walking long periods on concrete, possible overtime, may handle hazardous materials