Inventory Control I

UNFI; Ridgefield (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly paychecks

Freezer Premium - $2.00/ hr

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid Leave Time

401K with company match

Tuition reimbursement

On-site Co-op grocery store

Job summary

UNFI is hiring for an inventory control role in Washington. The incumbent will track inventory, coordinate cycle counts and ensure accuracy across WE warehousing operations.

The job requires operating powered equipment, applying SOX controls, and collaborating with multiple departments to resolve discrepancies. The position emphasizes maintaining documentation, executing inventory procedures, and ensuring proper handling of salvaged or damaged goods.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of RF systems.
• Understanding of inventory tracking and control processes.
• Ability to operate powered equipment safely.
• Knowledge of safety guidelines in a warehouse environment.
• Analytical mindset for daily inventory reports.
• Excellent written and oral communication.
• Detail oriented with multitasking ability.

Responsibilities

• Track and maintain SOX compliance relative to 3rd party audit and company standards.
• Coordinate physical inventories and cycle counts.
• Prepare physical inventory recaps for distribution to management.
• Review and develop inventory control procedures as appropriate.
• Identify and resolve internal shrink problems.
• Monitor, process and analyze daily inventory reports.
• Manage store returns, salvage programs, and damaged goods.
• Maintain records retention per corporate guidelines.

Skills

RF systems

Inventory control

Equipment operation

Safety guidelines

Data analysis

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Discover What’s Next For Your Career Join one of the largest distributor of conventional, natural, organic and specialty products in the United States and Canada. We serve over 43,000 customer locations with 200,000 different products. Our retailers range from small family owned stores to Whole Foods Markets and everything in between. Are you ready to make an impact on the lives of others and feel good about what you do? Join our growing team today!

Discover What’s Next For Your Career Join one of the largest distributor of conventional, natural, organic and specialty products in the United States and Canada. We serve over 43,000 customer locations with 200,000 different products. Our retailers range from small family owned stores to Whole Foods Markets and everything in between. Are you ready to make an impact on the lives of others and feel good about what you do? Join our growing team today!

Why Work At Unfi

• Weekly paychecks
• Freezer Premium - $2.00/ hr
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits after 30 days of employment
• Paid Leave Time, 401K with company match, tuition reimbursement, on-site Co-op grocery store

Position Purpose

Responsible for tracking inventory and maintaining accurate inventory records and able to research any discrepancies. Display a strong understanding of the equipment he/she uses, the location of product, and the lay-out of the warehouse, slot location, lost sales, mispicks, pack size and all other applicable product information.

Essential Functions And Basic Duties

• Track and maintain SOX compliance relative to 3rd Party audit & Company standards.
• Coordinates all physical inventories and cycle counts including date check.
• Prepares physical inventory recaps on a timely basis for distribution to management.
• Reviews and develop inventory control procedures as appropriate.
• Identifies and resolves all internal shrink problems.
• Monitor, process and analyze daily reports for inventory control.
• Monitors quarterly parts and supply inventories to ensure accuracy.
• Maintains records retention program in compliance with corporate guidelines and policies.
• Perform basic slotting functions as needed.
• Research mis-slots and quality issues, verify pick slots and back stock verification.
• Monitors and process store returns, driver checks in process and salvage programs.
• Monitors and process product velocity and track lost sales and in-house damage.
• Process return to vendor requests in accordance with standard operating procedures.
• Track food bank donations and salvaged products.
• Responsible for proper handling of UNFI product.
• Collect and relocate merchandise as necessary to correct inventory problems.
• Provide guidance regarding damage and returns for products that can be sold to salvage dealers.
• Build stable, secure pallets with the pulled product and label with pallet number tag.
• Pull any product to be salvaged as directed by buying department, IC or chargeback.
• Coordinate and load salvage pickups with salvage dealer.
• Communicate with all stakeholder departments.
• Safe operation of powered equipment.
• Performs other relevant job duties as required.

Qualifications

• Capability of being licensed in operating powered industrial equipment.
• Understanding of Safety guidelines,
• Strong knowledge of RF systems.
• Understanding of all paperwork and reporting methods related to tracking inventory.
• Have an understanding for procedures in other areas of the warehouse for a more global understanding of all processes.

Skills/ Abilities

• Strong communications skills; both written and oral applications.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to be detail oriented and manage multiple tasks.
• Good judgement is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available.

Physical Environment/ Demands

• Some travel may be required.
• Ability to lift between 40-60 pounds daily and to stand, walk, bend, stoop, twist and turn frequently.
• Exposed to temperatures ranging from -20 degrees below zero to 35 degrees Fahrenheit in Perishable Operation and 37 degrees to 90 degrees Fahrenheit in Grocery Operation.
• Ability to do repetitious arm, wrist and hand movements required for maintenance and service procedures.
• Must be able to work with hands and arms overhead, and to work in or under the equipment.
• Requires manual dexterity, overall coordination and good balance to work both at ground level and in high places to perform job duties. Ability to operate work related equipment.

UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected ground. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the job selection process. - Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Compensation

UNFI anticipates paying the above-referenced pay rate (or within the above-referenced pay range) for this position. Actual Pay, where applicable, will depend on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, education, experience, training, and any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements. UNFI is committed to transparency in pay in compliance with applicable state and local laws.

Benefits

For Washington positions (or positions that may be performed remotely from Washington), https://www.unfi.com/jobs-more-info-wa.html for Washington-specific paid time off details.

Candidates hired into this position will also be eligible to participate in the following benefits programs: Paid Time Off; Sick Time; paid holidays and parental leave; 401K Program; medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental death/dismemberment insurance; short-term and long-term disability insurance program, Flexible Spending Account and/or Health Savings Account, subject to meeting the eligibility requirements and the terms and conditions of these programs, and subject to any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements.

UNFI’s compensation, benefits, and paid time off policies are subject to change in the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with applicable law. This job posting should not be construed as an offer of employment with certain terms, nor should it be construed as a guaranteed minimum.

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.