Retail Inventory Control Specialist

Boot Barn • Warwick, RI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Retail Inventory Control Specialist (RICS) establishes and maintains overall store inventory control. As the store expert on inbound and outbound inventory activity and procedures, the RICS ensures the sales floor is fully stocked to support a positive customer experience and sales objectives. The role maintains accurate inventory and merchandise flow, completes required documentation and system processes promptly, and keeps the stock room clean and organized.

The position also supports a service- and selling-focused culture by coaching the sales team on inventory processes that affect the customer experience. The role requires professionalism, teamwork, attention to quality, and flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as well as extended hours when necessary.

Requirements

• Strong communication, customer service, time management, and organizational skills.
• Availability to work a variety of shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, to meet business needs.
• Flexibility and willingness to work extended hours when necessary.
• Ability to stand, walk, and squat for more than 50% of the work shift.
• Ability to lift, move, and carry up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to read, count, and write to complete documentation and reports accurately.
• Ability to see, hear, and speak to communicate with partners and customers.
• Close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Manual dexterity to finger, handle, feel, and type, and to reach with hands and arms.

Responsibilities

• Foster a service and selling culture and exceed customer expectations to build long-standing relationships.
• Process all incoming and outbound inventory accurately.
• Verify that merchandise deliveries are compliant and accurate according to Company standards.
• Prepare merchandise for the selling floor in accordance with company ticketing and signage guidelines.
• Apply EAS tags to merchandise before it is moved to the sales floor, following Loss Prevention guidelines.
• Enter freight information accurately and promptly in the appropriate systems.
• Complete RTVs, orders, transfers, re-tickets, and markdowns efficiently and in accordance with Company policies and procedures.
• Educate and coach the sales team on inventory processes and procedures that affect the customer experience.
• Meet units-per-hour (UPH) targets to maintain a high level of productivity.
• Maintain a neat and orderly stock room that complies with Company and State guidelines.
• Comply with applicable local, federal, and state laws, as well as Company policies, procedures, and practices.
• Perform other duties assigned by management.
• Demonstrate professionalism, teamwork, quality work, reliable attendance, and an appropriate appearance in interactions with customers, team members, corporate partners, and vendors.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate and monthly store sales bonus.
• 50% merchandise discount on Exclusive Brands and 40% discount on third-party brands.
• Paid Time Off plan for year-round Boot Barn Partners.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company matching.
• Flexible schedules and work/life balance.
• Opportunities for growth at every level.

What This Job Offers

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