Inventory Control I - 3 PM Start

United Natural Foods, Inc.; Centralia (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Sick Time

Paid holidays

401K Program

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Disability insurance

FSA/HSA options

Job summary

UNFI is seeking an Inventory Control I in Washington to track inventory, maintain records, and research discrepancies. You will understand warehouse layout, slot locations, and shop-floor details to ensure accurate product placement and reporting.

Responsibilities include applying control procedures, addressing shrink and mis-slots, and coordinating with procurement and operations to optimize inventory accuracy and safety across distribution centers.

Qualifications

• Capable of operating powered industrial equipment safely.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Office applications.
• Understanding of safety guidelines and paperwork related to tracking inventory.
• Global understanding of warehouse processes and cross-department communication.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and develops inventory control procedures as appropriate.
• Identifies and resolves internal shrink problems and mis-slots.
• Monitors and analyzes daily inventory control reports.
• Collects, relocates and adjusts inventory to correct discrepancies.
• Communicates with QC, procurement, operations and other stakeholders.
• Performs system inventory adjustments and reconciliations.
• Operates powered equipment safely as required.

Skills

Strong communications

Interpersonal skills

Detail oriented

Multi-tasking

Team collaboration

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

About UNFI: We are North America’s premier grocery wholesaler, delivering the widest variety of fresh, branded, and owned brand products to community grocers and retail chains alike. A pioneer in natural and organic foods, we are growing and transforming to meet the needs of an evolving workplace. Our 29,000+ employees work across America in our 50 Distribution Centers and corporate offices. Learn more: Organic, Natural and Conventional Food | Wholesale Food Distributors | UNFI

Job Overview:

Inventory Control I is responsible for tracking inventory, maintaining accurate inventory records and researching any discrepancies, 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.

What does it mean to be part of the Inventory Control Team?

Our Inventory team is responsible for tracking all inventory within our distribution centers. This includes maintaining accurate records and researching any discrepancies of product. It is imperative to understand the layout of the warehouse to ensure proper location of product. Researching any damages/adjustments of product, tracking expiration dates and alert management of any potential safety concerns that may arise. Within this department, you will ensure proper handling of damaged and/or spoiled merchandise, pulling and processing salvaged product, review and analyze inventory reports to identify trends, and work directly with procurement and local operations leadership to provide recommendations.

Some Job Responsibilities:

• Reviews and develops inventory control procedures as appropriate
• Identifies and resolves all internal shrink problems
• Monitor, process and analyze daily reports for inventory control
• Research mis‑slots and quality issues, verifies pick slots and back stock verification
• Collect and relocate merchandises as necessary to correct inventory problems
• Communicate with all stakeholder departments including QC, inventory control, operations, procurement, reclaim, etc.
• Make accurate inventory adjustments in the system
• Review, receive and respond to written and verbal communication
• Safe operation of powered equipment
• Performs other relevant job duties as required

Job Requirements:

Experience:

• Capability of being licensed in operating powered industrial equipment
• Microsoft programs, with an emphasis on Excel

Knowledge:

• Understanding of Safety guidelines
• Understanding of all paperwork and reporting methods related to tracking inventory (Preferred)
• Have an understanding of 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; must be motivated and take initiative
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
• Ability to be detail oriented and manage multiple tasks

Work Environment:

Onsite Role: This position requires the associate to perform all duties at one of our UNFI locations, such as a distribution center or office.

Physical Environment/Demands:

• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds consistently and up to 100 pounds occasionally throughout shift
• Ability 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
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

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:

• 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.