Wellness Orderer

Boise Co-Op • Boise, ID

392d

About The Position

The Wellness Orderer at Boise Consumer Cooperative Inc. is responsible for managing inventory levels, replenishment ordering, and providing excellent customer service within the Wellness department. This role is integral to ensuring that the store maintains appropriate stock levels, particularly for natural foods and wellness products, while also contributing to a positive shopping experience for customers. The position requires collaboration with other locations and suppliers to minimize out-of-stock items and maximize sales opportunities.

Requirements

• Previous Purchasing, Inventory Management and Retail experience
• Ability to comprehend complex instructions, memos, training materials and effectively communicate
• Familiarity with natural foods and wellness products
• Proficient in use of Microsoft Office Suite
• Good general knowledge of all sales and service aspects of the department
• Able to build relationships, learn quickly, and use strong interpersonal skills
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Comply with all departmental policies and procedures
• Work flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department
• Manage workload and prioritize tasks independently

Responsibilities

• Order and maintain appropriate inventory levels.
• Run and analyze movement reports to forecast and order in alignment with current departmental guidelines and expectations.
• Order appropriately for seasonality and promotions.
• Order within an established budget, taking advantage of promotional pricing when available.
• Order within pre-order timelines to prevent missed opportunities on carrying seasonal items.
• Collaborate with sister locations to ensure acceptable inventory levels and minimize out-of-stock items.
• Monitor short dated and off-season products and place them on the proper sale to minimize loss.
• Maintain floor sets and backstock area for clear understanding of inventory levels.
• Monitor supplier out-of-stock to better forecast possible shifts in buying patterns to appropriately anticipate and pivot to alternative sourcing means.
• Ensure all Special Orders are ordered at the earliest possible opportunity and maintain communication with customers to ensure excellent customer care.
• Stock products following departmental guidelines for merchandising, rotation, sanitation and pricing.
• Manage credits, damages, and returns for subdepartment in alignment with current department practices.
• Greet every customer in both a welcoming and professional manner.
• Maintain and foster healthy relationships with supplier representatives, vendors, and local business owners.
• Follow department policies for receiving new products and price changes.
• Adhere to all Idaho Department of Health codes regarding food safety and sanitation.
• Foster a safe environment for our customers by using DESHA approved language.
• Participate in quarterly inventory counts.
• Ordering for, build, and maintain promotional sets and spaces.
• Participate in training new associates in Supplement sub-department.
• Consistently adhere to scheduled shifts and be ready for work when shift begins.
• Proficiency in creating purchase orders, reconciling, and committing invoices within our current purchase order system for inventory and price integrity purposes.
• Complete any other duties assigned by your Department Manager, Assistant Department Manager or Lead.

Benefits

• Store discount
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• 401(k) 5% Match
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Flexible schedule

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Food and Beverage Retailers
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees