Inventory Control Specialist II

United Natural Foods Inc•Hopkins, MN

31d•$20•Onsite

About The Position

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. PURPOSE: Responsible for tracking inventory and maintaining accurate inventory records and able to research any discrepancies. Display a strong understanding of the equipment he/she uses, the location of product, and the lay-out of the warehouse, slot location, lost sales, mis picks, pack size and all other applicable product information.

Requirements

Understanding of Safety guidelines
Strong knowledge of applicable Bakco functions and RF systems
Understanding of all paperwork and reporting methods related to tracking inventory
Understanding of procedures in other areas of the warehouse for a more global understanding of all processes
Capability of being licensed in operating powered industrial equipment
Strong communications skills; both written and oral applications
Strong interpersonal skills; must be motivated and take initiative
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
Ability to be detail oriented and manage multiple tasks

Responsibilities

Monitors product velocity and tracks lost sales and in-house damages
Researches inventory adjustments and maintain high service levels (low out of stock)
Initiates date checks, periodic cycle counts ( 3 months in grocery and repack and every 3-4 weeks in cooler/freezer) as well as quality checks
Researches mis-slots and quality issues, verifies pick slots and back stock verification
Processes return to vendor requests
Basic slotting
Alerts management of potential safety problems or violations.
Tracks expiration dates (particularly cooler/freezer items)
Tracks food bank and salvaged product
Perform duties in accordance with Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) and Safe Quality Food (SQF) policies and procedures, as appropriate for location