Inventory Specialist

Albertsons Companies • Lubbock, TX

31d

About The Position

An Inventory Specialist plays a critical role in maintaining accurate inventory records and driving timely execution of manufacturing orders. You are responsible for entering data into the operating system, verifying product movement, and performing inventory counts aligned with production schedules. Tasks include keying manufacturing orders, tracking labor assignments, processing transfers, and reconciling finished goods and raw materials. The inventory specialist operates directly within warehouse operations and ensures inventory precision through cycle counts, adjustments, and documentation. Work hours may extend based on production demands and period closings.
Albertsons Companies Inc. has always been a people-oriented business, and thoughtful people practices remain a core element of our company’s philosophy. Our goal is to continue to bring people together around the joys of food and to inspire well-being and that starts with people like you bringing your unique self to our company and making it one person stronger and better!
Albertsons Companies is at the forefront of the revolution in retail. Committed to innovation and fostering a culture of belonging, our team is united with a unique purpose: to bring people together around the joys of food and to inspire well-being. We want talented individuals to be part of this journey!
Locally great and nationally strong, Albertsons Companies (NYSE: ACI) is a leading food and drug retailer in the U.S. We operate over 2,200 stores, 1,732 pharmacies, 405 fuel centers, 22 distribution facilities, and 19 manufacturing plants across 34 states and the District of Columbia. Our well-known banners include Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, ACME, Shaw’s, Tom Thumb, United Supermarkets, United Express, Randalls, Albertson’s Market, Pavilions, Star Markets, Market Street, Carrs, Haggen, Lucky, Amigos, Andronico’s Community Markets, King’s, Balducci’s, and Albertson’s Market Street.
Our vision is to be a retail leader admired for national strength with deep local roots, offering an easy, fun, friendly, and inspiring experience, no matter how customers choose to shop with us. We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities we serve, and strive to create a workplace where everyone has equal access to opportunities and resources, and can fully contribute to their and our company’s success.
Building the future of food and well-being starts with you. Join our team and bring your best self to the table.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by the employees assigned to this job and are not the official job description for the position. All employees must comply with Company, Division, and Store policies and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties, and skills of personnel may vary within store and/or from store to store and the official job description will be provided during the application process.
Albertsons is an Equal Opportunity Employer
This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Consistent with applicable state and local law, the Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of six months warehouse and inventory experience
• Experience working with a manufacturing environment operating system
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and spreadsheet applications
• Strong math skills, including percentages and basic calculations
• Ability to follow safety protocols and operational procedures
• Ability to read, understand, and execute written instructions and documentation

Responsibilities

• Keys manufacturing orders, transfers, and labor assignments into the operating system with precision
• Receives finished goods and returns of raw materials in alignment with production activity
• Performs cycle counts and inventory audits based on current manufacturing orders
• Maintains inventory records and enforces adjustments to ensure stock accuracy
• Works directly with warehouse teams to monitor product movement and resolve discrepancies
• Coordinates with management to align inventory procedures with production objectives
• Executes clerical tasks such as filing invoices and maintaining inventory documentation
• Carries out annual inventory processes and physical count procedures
• Applies advanced math skills including percentages, addition, subtraction, and division
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and spreadsheet applications
• Operates standard office equipment and warehouse systems efficiently
• Completes daily tasks before end of shift and adapts schedule based on production needs
• Demonstrates reliability and consistency in meeting deadlines and maintaining data integrity
• Takes appropriate actions within established guidelines to support team performance
• Receives direction and maintains a focused, results-driven work environment
• Able to stand, walk, bend, crouch, stoop, reach, stretch, step, climb, and/or sit frequently or throughout the shift
• Communicates clearly and directly with team members and management to resolve inventory issues
• Operates effectively in varied temperature environments for extended periods as needed

Benefits

• Inclusive work culture built on belonging
• Competitive Wages paid weekly
• Flexible work schedules
• Associate discounts
• Leaders invested in your training, career growth & development.
• Health and welfare benefits for eligible employees (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
• Vacation / Paid Time Off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees