1st Shift Admin I Inventory Support - DC04

ADUSA Distribution; Dunn (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Prescription drug coverage

HSAs and FSAs

401(k) matching

Employee discounts

Paid time off

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Training programs

Wellness programs

Job summary

ADUSA Distribution is seeking an Inventory Support Associate to help keep our distribution center running smoothly. You will focus on inventory accuracy, quality checks, and collaboration across shipping, receiving, and inventory teams in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

You will use warehouse management systems, perform audits, and contribute to process improvements that reduce costs and boost productivity across the distribution network.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail with ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Team-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and quality.
• Experience in a distribution or warehouse environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate inventory records across grocery and perishable warehouse areas.
• Perform cycle counts, supplemental counts, and audits within established timelines.
• Research and help resolve routine inventory discrepancies.
• Monitor product damage and initiate corrective action.
• Conduct quality control checks and audit outbound cases destined for retail stores.
• Ensure compliance with company standards for accuracy, safety, and productivity.
• Maintain organized, accurate files and documentation for inventory-related activities.
• Enter and maintain inventory data in warehouse management systems.
• Support shipping, receiving, and inventory management teams with technical and process-related assistance.
• Use reports to help investigate discrepancies and expedite resolution of inventory issues.
• Communicate effectively with internal partners including retail, merchandising, transportation, and distribution teams.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, accuracy, and efficiency.
• Recommend changes that help reduce costs and improve productivity within the distribution center.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Team oriented

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Powered industrial equipment certification

Job description

• Prescription drug coverage

Category/Area of Expertise: Distribution

Job Requisition: 546603

Address: USA-NC-Dunn-2940 Arrowhead Road

Store Code: DC 04 Dist Genl & Admin (7250851)

ADUSA Distribution is the distribution company of Ahold Delhaize USA, providing distribution services to one of the largest grocery retail supply chains in the nation. ADUSA Distribution receives, stores, manages inventory, and ships fresh and non-perishable product throughout the network of local brand stores. ADUSA Distribution facilities handle a mix of product types, including fresh, frozen, grocery and health and beauty care items. Our team is supporting the supply chain network evolution to an integrated self-distribution model of the future, serving leading omnichannel grocery brands - Food Lion, Giant Food, The GIANT Company, Hannaford and Stop & Shop. To learn more about our company and the other supply chain companies of Ahold Delhaize USA, visit www.adusasc.com.

Position Summary

As an Inventory Support Associate, you play a vital role in keeping our distribution operation running smoothly. Your attention to detail ensures inventory accuracy, product quality, and reliable service to our retail partners and customers. If you enjoy problem-solving, working with data, and being hands‑on in a fast‑paced warehouse environment, this role offers variety, responsibility, and opportunities to grow.

What You'll Do

Inventory Accuracy & Control

• Maintain accurate inventory records across grocery and perishable warehouse areas.
• Perform cycle counts, supplemental counts, and audits within established timelines.
• Research and help resolve routine inventory discrepancies.
• Monitor product damage and initiate corrective action.

Quality & Audit Support

• Conduct quality control checks and audit outbound cases destined for retail stores.
• Ensure compliance with company standards for accuracy, safety, and productivity.
• Maintain organized, accurate files and documentation for inventory-related activities.

Operational & Technical Support

• Enter and maintain inventory data in warehouse management systems.
• Support shipping, receiving, and inventory management teams with technical and process‑related assistance.
• Use reports to help investigate discrepancies and expedite resolution of inventory issues.
• Communicate effectively with internal partners including retail, merchandising, transportation, and distribution teams.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve processes, accuracy, and efficiency.
• Recommend changes that help reduce costs and improve productivity within the distribution center.

What You'll Bring

Minimum Qualifications

• Highly motivated self-starter with strong attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Team-oriented mindset with a commitment to accuracy and quality

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience in a distribution or warehouse environment
• Powered industrial equipment certification (where applicable)

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs, bend, reach, and stoop as needed
• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Comfort working in warehouse conditions, including cool temperatures, concrete floors, and powered industrial equipment

What Makes You Stand Out

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience in a distribution or warehouse environment
• Powered industrial equipment certification (where applicable)

Why Join Us?

Inventory accuracy is the foundation of a successful supply chain. In this role, your work directly impacts product availability, customer satisfaction, and operational efficiency. You'll gain valuable experience across multiple areas of distribution, making this a strong steppingstone for future growth within operations or inventory management.

WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING HERE

ADUSA D&T offers competitive benefits to enchance your work‑life experience. Our benefits are available to new associates starting on day 1 of employment.

Core Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Prescription drug coverage
• Health savings account (HSA) & flexible spending account (FSA)
• Life, AD&D, and disability insurance

Financial & Retirement

• Retirement plan with 401(k) matching
• Employee discounts

Time Off & Leave

• Paid time off
• Parental leave

Development & Growth

• Paid training
• Leadership development programs
• Tuition reimbursement

Workplace Experience

• Rewards and recognition programs
• Wellness programs

We are an organization that values diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply without regard to sex, race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, marital status (including civil unions), military service, veteran status, pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions), genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, legally recognized disability, domestic violence victim status or any other characteristic protected by law. Our organization is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities, including applicants. If you have a disability and require assistance in the application process, please email [e-mail]