Inventory Control Specialist

Tractor Supply Company•Buda, TX

About The Position

The Inventory Control Specialist supports store operations by maintaining inventory control, receiving accuracy, and compliance routines. The role performs receiving, inventory adjustments and reconciliation, transfers, buyback and return-to-vendor processes, compliance tasks, and reporting, while partnering with the Store Operations Manager. It also supports customer service, freight handling, order fulfillment, and safe store operations. The position requires availability for varied hours, including days, nights, weekends, and overtime as business needs dictate.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must 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 shifts, including nights, weekends, and overtime as dictated by business needs.
Must be able to complete required training and certifications.
Must be able to travel as required in support of district needs.
Must be able to communicate effectively with Team Members and customers using written and verbal communication skills.
Must be able to process information and merchandise through a point-of-sale system.
Must be able to handle and be in contact with birds/poultry.
Must be able to operate required store equipment safely, properly, efficiently, and accurately.
Must be able to move merchandise weighing up to 50 pounds and push or pull merchandise weighing up to 2,000 pounds with appropriate material-handling equipment.
Must be able to frequently stand, kneel, twist, crouch, squat, bend, stoop, climb ladders, and move throughout the store for an entire shift.
Must be able to occasionally lift or reach merchandise overhead and safely access all store areas.
Must have the physical and mental stamina to move throughout the distribution center and outdoor areas quickly and safely.

Nice To Haves

Shipping and receiving experience.
Retail experience and/or farming, ranching, pet/equine, or welding knowledge.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Basic computer skills or experience.
Basic math skills.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to resolve issues ethically and with minimal conflict.

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 by greeting customers, identifying their needs, recommending products, and suggesting additional value.
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 OMNI orders and support BOPIS/OMNI reconciliation routines.
Complete BOPIS and BODFS reconciliation reports according to company standards.
Receive Direct POs, Mixing Center and 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 and side-lot DC freight, and leather footwear according to process standards.
Create Fill to Capacity picklists for the Freight Team as assigned.
Enter inventory adjustments and correct discrepancies according to company processes and Store Operations Manager direction.
Review the Negative On Hand Report and complete required follow-up.
Review and execute buybacks and return-to-vendor processes.
Check ACT for assigned tasks and complete 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 requirements.
Complete monthly food expiration reviews for Feed/Food and Registers.
Check the High Dollar List and 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.
Complete all documentation associated with job duties accurately and on time.
Obtain licenses or certifications as required by the business.
Promote a safe and productive work environment and follow company safety training and guidelines.
Perform other duties as assigned.