Inventory Control Clerk

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings

Immediate benefits start

Job summary

US FOODS Buffalo location is seeking a Warehouse Clerk to support inventory accuracy and records management. You will perform daily counts, audits and documentation, ensuring data integrity across printed and electronic files, and assist in resolving discrepancies.

Work environments include office and cold storage, with safety and quality compliance as priorities. The role offers day-one benefits and a starting pay of $24 per hour, with Monday–Friday 7:30 AM to 4 PM shifts.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of three years in Inventory Control or clerical roles in a distribution center.
• HACCP experience preferred.
• Operate and be certified on powered industrial trucks (Pallet Jack, Stock Picker, et al).

Responsibilities

• Perform daily inventory counts and audits and document results.
• Research transactions and root cause analysis to provide resolution.
• Prepare, compile and retain reports and records in print and electronic form.
• Identify products and codes in the inventory database and verify dates.
• Reconcile routes, invoices and other documents.
• Move and stage pallet loads using material handling equipment.

Skills

Inventory Control

Clerical Skills

MS Office

Time Management

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Inventory Database

Windows-based Applications

Job description

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 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***