Inventory Control Lead – Backroom & Compliance

The Fresh Market; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team Member discount

Early Earn Wage Access

401K with company match

Financial Wellness Program

Personal time off

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

Pet insurance discounts

Job summary

The Fresh Market in Greenville, SC is seeking an Inventory Control Specialist to be the store’s point person for backroom accuracy, inventory integrity, and vendor receiving execution.

This role focuses on product dating, cooler and freezer compliance, days-on-hand targets, and beer, wine, and spirits inventory management, while upholding SOPs and ensuring guest confidence in product freshness.

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 all inbound and outbound deliveries—including documentation, follow-ups, and resolution of open items—while supporting inventory planning, product rotation, and ordering to ensure operational efficiency and product availability.
• Monitor and maintain days-on-hand inventory targets for all departments.
• Maintain accurate beer, wine, and spirits inventory records and compliance with all applicable laws
• Enforce store receiving protocols, including vendor security and backroom access control.
• Verify all deliveries, truck seals, and electronic invoices, ensuring accurate processing and credit handling.
• Partner with distribution and merchandising teams to resolve invoice, quantity, and quality discrepancies.
• Serve as the primary contact for the Maintenance Dispatch Center to enter and track equipment repairs through resolution.
• Provide courteous, helpful interactions with vendors, team members, and guests as needed.

Skills

Inventory management

Team coordination

Retail operations

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Inventory systems

Job description

The Fresh Market in Greenville, SC is seeking an Inventory Control Specialist to be the store’s point person for backroom accuracy, inventory integrity, and vendor receiving execution.

This role focuses on product dating, cooler and freezer compliance, days-on-hand targets, and beer, wine, and spirits inventory management, while upholding SOPs and ensuring guest confidence in product freshness.