Inventory Control Specialist

Tractor Supply Company • Kochville Township, MI

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Inventory Control Specialist is primarily responsible for inventory control, receiving accuracy, and compliance routines that support store operations. The role performs receiving, inventory adjustment, reconciliation, transfer, buyback/RTV, compliance, and reporting processes in partnership with the Store Operations Manager. The position also supports customer service, store operations, and a safe, productive work environment. Work is generally indoors with moderate noise, but the role may involve outdoor work in adverse weather. Shifts vary by store, are generally at least four hours, and may exceed eight hours. The position is non-sedentary and requires regular movement throughout the store and outdoor areas.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old and possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to read, write, and count accurately, regardless of education level.
• Must be able to work varied hours, days, nights, weekends, and overtime as dictated by business needs.
• Must have the physical and mental stamina to move throughout the store and outdoor areas quickly and safely and to operate job-related equipment efficiently, safely, properly, and accurately.
• Must be able to move and transfer merchandise weighing up to 50 pounds throughout the store.
• Must be able to push and pull merchandise weighing up to 2,000 pounds with proper material-handling equipment, such as a pallet jack.
• Must be able to occasionally lift or reach merchandise overhead and frequently stand, kneel, twist, crouch, squat, bend, stoop, and climb ladders.
• Must be able to move throughout the store for an entire shift and safely access the selling floor, side lot, stock area, and register area.
• Must be able to constantly operate a forklift and store equipment such as a dolly, hand truck, baler, computer, and cash register.
• Must be able to process information and merchandise through the point-of-sale system and complete documentation accurately.
• Must have written and verbal communication skills to communicate effectively with Team Members and customers.
• Must be able to handle and be in contact with birds/poultry.
• Must successfully complete required training and certifications for business needs.
• Shipping/receiving experience is preferred but not required.
• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred but not required.

Nice To Haves

• Retail experience and/or knowledge of farming, ranching, pets/equine, or welding is strongly preferred.
• Basic computer skills or experience.
• Basic math skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to resolve issues ethically and with minimal conflict.
• Shipping/receiving experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain regular and predictable attendance and work scheduled shifts, including varied hours, days, nights, weekends, and overtime as business needs dictate.
• Deliver Legendary Customer Service using Greet, Uncover needs and wants, Recommend product solutions, and Ask to add value and appreciate the customer (GURA).
• Reinforce customer-service behaviors through customer engagement, Team Member coaching, and accountability for execution.
• Complete forklift and propane inspections and key propane use as required.
• Pull morning OMNI orders and support BOPIS/OMNI reconciliation routines; complete BOPIS and BODFS reconciliation reports according to company standards.
• Receive Direct POs, Mixing Center freight, Bulk Center freight, and DC receiving transfers, including new and open transfers.
• Key truck receipts, execute the truck unload plan, stage totes for the Freight Team Leader, and complete the Loader Feedback Survey.
• Stock and tag direct vendor freight, front/sidelot DC freight, and leather footwear according to process standards.
• Create Fill to Capacity picklists for the Freight Team as assigned.
• Key inventory adjustments and correct or adjust discrepancies according to company processes and Store Operations Manager direction; review the Negative On Hand Report and complete required follow-up.
• Review and execute buyback and return-to-vendor (RTV) processes.
• Check ACT for assigned tasks and complete assigned receiving, inventory, and compliance actions.
• Key daily defectives, print the Summary Report, and submit it to the Store Operations Manager.
• Complete fire extinguisher sign-off, biological cooler rotation, PER review, Battery Program routines, and hazardous waste disposal program requirements.
• Complete monthly food expiration reviews for Feed/Food and Registers.
• Check the High Dollar List; find and label Rainchecks, BOPIS DC Transfer, and Subscription items.
• Process UPS/FedEx shipments, freight claims, used-oil recycling, and used-tire recycling where applicable.
• Complete Layaway, Special Order, Raincheck, INR, RGO, Open and New Transfers In, and Verify Ship to Store Orders reviews.
• Partner with the Store Operations Manager on inventory control, compliance, receiving standards, and process follow-up.
• Operate a forklift, baler, cash register/computer, and other equipment as needed; assist customers with loading purchases.
• Accurately and promptly complete documentation associated with job duties.
• Obtain licenses or certifications as needed by the business and perform other duties as assigned.
• Promote a safe and productive work environment and follow Company safety training and guidelines.
• Complete required training and certifications, and travel as required in support of district needs.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Company-paid life and disability insurance.
• Paid parental leave.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Adoption and surrogacy assistance.
• A comprehensive total reward package for eligible full-time and part-time Team Members; part-time eligibility is subject to the stated hours and service requirements.

What This Job Offers

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