Inventory Control Lead - Backroom & Compliance

The Fresh Market Inc; Southern Pines (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team member discount up to 40%

Early Earn Wage Access

401K contribution and company match

Financial Wellness Program

Personal time off and additional time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, &

Life Insurance for individual, spouse,

Discounts on pet insurance

Daycare discounts

Event tickets discounts

Job summary

The Fresh Market Inc. is seeking an Inventory Control Specialist to lead backroom accuracy, inventory integrity, and vendor receiving execution.

This role oversees product dating, cooler/freezer compliance, days-on-hand targets, and beer, wine, and spirits inventory management, aligning with SOPs and store compliance standards. You will drive efficient backroom operations, maintain regulatory compliance, and enhance guest confidence in product freshness through meticulous detail and teamwork

Qualifications

• 1+ years of progressive management experience in supermarkets, retail, restaurants, hotels, or general business.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop high-performing teams.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and conflict resolution abilities.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with department managers to oversee inbound/outbound deliveries, documentation, follow-ups, and item resolution; support inventory planning and ordering.
• Monitor and maintain days-on-hand inventory targets for all departments.
• Maintain beer, wine, and spirits inventory records and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Enforce store receiving protocols, including vendor security and backroom access control.
• Verify deliveries, truck seals, and electronic invoices for accurate processing and credits.
• Partner with distribution and merchandising teams to resolve invoice, quantity, and quality discrepancies.
• Serve as the primary contact for the Maintenance Dispatch Center to track equipment repairs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Conflict resolution

Education

Associate’s degree in business/retail

Tools

POS systems

Scheduling tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Fresh Market Inc. is seeking an Inventory Control Specialist to lead backroom accuracy, inventory integrity, and vendor receiving execution.

This role oversees product dating, cooler/freezer compliance, days-on-hand targets, and beer, wine, and spirits inventory management, aligning with SOPs and store compliance standards. You will drive efficient backroom operations, maintain regulatory compliance, and enhance guest confidence in product freshness through meticulous detail and teamwork