Backroom Inventory Lead — Elevate Grocery Operations

Talentify; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team discount

Wage access

401K

Health insurance

Paid time off

Pet discounts

Job summary

The Fresh Market is seeking an Inventory Control Specialist to lead backroom operations, ensure inventory accuracy, and manage vendor receiving. You will uphold SOPs, drive product dating compliance, and maintain regulatory standards while supporting store efficiency and guest confidence in product freshness.

In this role, you’ll coordinate with managers to optimize deliveries, enforce receiving protocols, and sustain days-on-hand targets across all departments.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in retail, grocery, restaurant, or hospitality operations.
• 1–2 years of experience coordinating teams.
• Ability to work in cold, wet, and physically demanding environments.
• Strong attention to detail with organizational skills, ability to multitask, and work at a fast pace.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with department managers to oversee inbound/outbound deliveries, documentation, follow-ups, and resolution of items.
• Monitor and maintain days-on-hand inventory targets for all departments.
• Maintain beer, wine, and spirits inventory records and compliance with laws.
• Enforce store receiving protocols including vendor security and backroom access control.
• Verify deliveries, truck seals, and electronic invoices; ensure accurate processing and credit handling.
• Partner with distribution and merchandising teams to resolve discrepancies.
• Serve as primary contact for the Maintenance Dispatch Center to log repairs.
• Provide courteous interactions with vendors, team members, and guests.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Team coordination

Schedule flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Fresh Market is seeking an Inventory Control Specialist to lead backroom operations, ensure inventory accuracy, and manage vendor receiving. You will uphold SOPs, drive product dating compliance, and maintain regulatory standards while supporting store efficiency and guest confidence in product freshness.

In this role, you’ll coordinate with managers to optimize deliveries, enforce receiving protocols, and sustain days-on-hand targets across all departments.