Retail Inventory Control Specialist

Boot Barn • Downey, CA

12d • $18 - $23 • Onsite

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 is accurate to support system replenishment and sales goals. The RICS completes required documentation and system processes promptly and keeps the stock room clean and organized.

The position also supports a service- and selling-focused customer experience, coaches the sales team on inventory processes that affect customers, and upholds company procedures, legal requirements, productivity standards, and store presentation expectations. Boot Barn describes its workplace as collaborative and inclusive, with a focus on community, belonging, and mutual support.

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, type, and reach with hands and arms.

Responsibilities

• Foster a service and selling culture, exceed customer expectations, and build long-standing customer relationships.
• Process all incoming and outbound inventory accurately.
• Verify that merchandise deliveries are compliant with and accurate to company standards.
• Prepare merchandise for the sales floor and ensure it complies with company ticketing and signage guidelines.
• Place EAS tags on merchandise before it moves to the sales floor, in accordance with Loss Prevention guidelines.
• Enter freight information accurately and on time through the appropriate systems.
• Execute returns to vendor (RTVs), orders, transfers, re-tickets, and markdowns efficiently and according to company policies and procedures.
• Educate and coach the sales team on inventory processes and procedures that affect the customer experience.
• Meet units-per-hour productivity targets.
• Maintain a neat and orderly stock room that complies with company and state guidelines.
• Follow applicable local, federal, and state laws, as well as company policies, procedures, and practices.
• Perform other duties assigned by management.
• Demonstrate professionalism, quality work, dependable attendance, and appropriate communication, attitude, teamwork, and appearance when interacting with customers, team members, corporate partners, and vendors.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate of $18.00–$23.00, varying by 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.

What This Job Offers

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