Inventory Control Specialist

The Fresh Market Inc • Southern Pines, NC

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About The Position

The Inventory Control Specialist supports store operational efficiency and product availability by coordinating inbound and outbound deliveries, inventory planning, product rotation, and ordering with department managers. The role maintains inventory targets and accurate records, including beer, wine, and spirits records, and ensures compliance with applicable laws and store receiving protocols. It also verifies deliveries and related documentation, helps resolve discrepancies, and tracks equipment repairs. The position involves interacting courteously with vendors, team members, and guests as needed.

This role requires a flexible schedule that may include weekends, days, evenings, and holidays. Work takes place in physically demanding conditions, including cold and wet environments and exposure to extreme temperatures. Team members may need to lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds, use specified tools and equipment, remain standing or walking for extended periods, and wear required protective gear.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience in retail, grocery, restaurant, or hospitality operations.
• 1–2 years of experience coordinating teams.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to multitask and work at a fast pace.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Ability to work in cold, wet, and physically demanding environments.
• Ability to perform repetitive hand and arm movements; grasp, bend, and reach; lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds independently; and work with exposure to extreme temperatures.
• Ability to use knives, ladders, stepstools, box cutters, pallet jacks, and other equipment.
• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods, including up to 4 hours without a break or as required by law.
• Ability to wear an approved hat, hair net, and/or beard guard, as well as personal protective equipment.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, days, evenings, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Retail, culinary, and/or grocery experience.
• Proven experience in receiving, inventory management, and/or backroom operations.
• Familiarity with inventory systems and vendor receiving procedures.
• Experience with electronic shelf label systems, inventory management technology, or AI-enabled retail tools.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with department managers to oversee inbound and outbound deliveries, including documentation, follow-ups, and resolution of open items.
• Support inventory planning, product rotation, and ordering to help ensure operational efficiency and product availability.
• Monitor and maintain days-on-hand inventory targets for all departments.
• Maintain accurate beer, wine, and spirits inventory records and comply with applicable laws.
• Enforce store receiving protocols, including vendor security and backroom access control.
• Verify deliveries, truck seals, and electronic invoices, ensuring accurate processing and credit handling.
• Partner with distribution and merchandising teams to resolve invoice, quantity, and quality discrepancies.
• Serve as the primary contact for the Maintenance Dispatch Center to enter and track equipment repairs through resolution.
• Provide courteous and helpful interactions with vendors, team members, and guests as needed.

Benefits

• Team Member discount up to 40%.
• Early Earn Wage Access: access up to 50% (maximum $500) of earned wages on demand per pay period.
• 401K contribution and company match.
• Financial Wellness Program.
• Personal time off and additional time-off purchase plans.
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance for individual, spouse, partner, and family.
• Discounts on pet insurance, daycare, event tickets, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed