Inventory Control Specialist

The Fresh Market Inc • Delray Beach, FL

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About The Position

The Inventory Control Specialist works with department managers to oversee inbound and outbound deliveries and support inventory planning, product rotation, and ordering. The role monitors days-on-hand inventory targets, maintains accurate beer, wine, and spirits inventory records, and helps ensure compliance with applicable laws. It also enforces receiving protocols, verifies deliveries and associated documentation, resolves discrepancies with distribution and merchandising teams, and tracks equipment repairs through the Maintenance Dispatch Center. The position involves regular interaction with vendors, team members, and guests.

The work takes place in physically demanding environments that may be cold, wet, and exposed to extreme temperatures. It includes extended periods standing or walking, repetitive hand and arm movements, and lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 50 pounds. The position requires using equipment such as knives, ladders, stepstools, box cutters, and pallet jacks, and wearing specified protective items.

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.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to work in cold, wet, and physically demanding environments.
• Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds independently.
• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods, including up to 4 hours without a break or as required by law.
• Ability to use tools and equipment such as knives, ladders, stepstools, box cutters, and pallet jacks.
• Required to wear an approved hat, hair net, and/or beard guard, and 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 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, 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
• Education Level: No Education Listed