Retail Inventory Control Specialist
About The Position
The Retail Inventory Control Specialist (RICS) establishes and maintains overall store inventory control and serves as the store expert on inbound and outbound inventory activity and procedures. The role ensures the sales floor is fully stocked, merchandise flows properly to the sales floor, and inventory records are accurate to support replenishment. The RICS completes required documentation and system processes in a timely manner and maintains a clean, organized stock room. The position also supports a service- and selling-focused culture, helps ensure a positive customer experience, and coaches the sales team on inventory processes that affect customers. Work is performed in a clean, orderly, properly lighted and ventilated workspace with moderate noise levels. Boot Barn describes its culture as collaborative, inclusive, and grounded in community and its values of the West.
Requirements
- Strong communication, customer service, time management, and organizational skills.
- Availability to work a variety of shifts to meet business needs, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Ability to be flexible and 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 accurately to complete documentation and reports.
- 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 use hands to finger, handle, feel, and type, and to reach with hands and arms.
Responsibilities
- Foster a service and selling culture and exceed expectations to build long-standing customer relationships.
- Process all incoming and outbound inventory accurately.
- Verify that merchandise deliveries are compliant and accurate to Company standards.
- Prepare merchandise for the selling floor and ensure compliance with ticketing and signage guidelines.
- Place EAS tags on merchandise before moving it to the sales floor, following Loss Prevention guidelines.
- Enter freight information accurately and on time through 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 processes and procedures affecting the customer experience throughout inventory control.
- 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.
- Follow local, federal, and state laws, as well as Company policies, procedures, and practices.
- Perform other duties assigned by management.
- Demonstrate professionalism in communication, attitude, and teamwork with customers, team members, corporate partners, and vendors, while maintaining quality work, attendance, and appearance.
Benefits
- Competitive hourly rate of $18.00–$22.00, varying based on geography, skills, experience, and tenure.
- 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
