Inventory Control Clerk

usfoods; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

US Foods in Buffalo, NY is seeking an Inventory Clerk to help maintain accurate inventory levels and product quality. The role involves clerical tasks, records retention, and supporting an efficient order and shipping index to meet customer expectations.

The position starts at $24 per hour with schedule Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–4 PM. Benefits begin Day One with health care and retirement savings. Prior HACCP experience and strong MS Office skills are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years experience in inventory control or clerical work in a distribution center.
• HACCP experience preferred.
• Strong computer literacy with MS Office and inventory systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily inventory counts and audits with detailed documentation.
• Research transactions and exceptions to determine root cause and resolutions.
• Prepare and retain reports in printed and electronic form.
• Identify products in inventory and check dates on products.
• Handle full range of inventory reclass/transfer tasks.
• Reconcile routes, invoices and other documents.
• Process debit and credit adjustments with accurate reason codes.
• Support warehouse logistics with related clerical tasks and audits.
• Move pallet loads and operate material handling equipment as needed.
• Adhere to safety, food safety and company standards.

Skills

Inventory control

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Inventory database

Pallet Jack certification

Job description

ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE

Join Our Community of Food People!

Under limited Supervision, helps maintain accurate inventory levels and product quality by performing essential clerical functions, including records compilation and retention, computer updates and requisition preparation. Deliver timely and accurate inventory and adjustment records to support an order and shipping index that exceeds Customer expectations. Complete essential Returns & Refusals functions.

The pay for this position starts at $24 per hour.

Schedule

• Monday - Friday
• 7:30 AM - 4 PM

Benefits Day One

From affordable health care to retirement savings, your benefits begin immediately, not weeks later! Get all the details here .

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform daily inventory counts and audits and provide detailed documentation of results.
• Research transactions and exceptions to derive root cause and provide resolution.
• Request, prepare, compile and retain reports and records in printed and electronic form.
• Identify products in inventory database; Identify code dates on products.
• Perform full range of Inventory Reclass/Transfer functions.
• Evaluate, verify and process Driver returned products.
• Reconcile Routes, Invoices and other documents.
• Process debit and credit adjustments while utilizing accurate reason codes.
• Perform related clerical tasks and audits to support warehouse logistics.
• Move and stage pallet loads with material handling equipment.
• Adhere to Company standards for Safety, product handling and Food Safety.
• Keep timecard record to ensure accurate time and attendance reporting.
• Adhere to Division Attendance Policy.
• Work in multiple environments, including office as well as ambient, refrigerated and frozen storage areas.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Training :

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Related Experience/Requirements:

• A minimum of three years job experience, Inventory Control or other Clerical in a Distribution Center setting.
• HACCP experience preferred

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities :

• Computer literacy - MS Office, electronic inventory database, Windows based applications.
• Able to communicate effectively, written and verbal; Possess strong math skills, excellent organizational practices with a high attention to detail.
• Able to resolve routine problems of typical scope; Analyze complex scenarios; Prioritize job tasks of varying frequency; Perform with limited Supervision.
• Possess and practice strong teamwork skills; Serve as resource to others and provide inter-department support.
• Ability to operate and become certified on Powered Industrial Trucks (Pallet Jack, Stock Picker, et al).

Work Environment :

Ability to work in environments between 0F and 34F degrees

Compensation

Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law (for example: state or local minimum wage thresholds).

The expected base rate for this role is between $16 - $25

***EOE - Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/ Age/Genetic Information /Protected Veteran/Disability Status***