Inventory Control Specialist — Food Supply Chain Expert

Foster; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free lunch every day

Full benefits

Job summary

Foster is hiring an Inventory Specialist in Winston-Salem, NC. The role focuses on inventory accuracy, cycle counts, and smooth supply chain operations in a high-volume environment.

Responsibilities include tracking inventory movements, addressing discrepancies, and ensuring products are properly located and available. A strong attention to detail and Excel proficiency are essential, with opportunities for growth and a benefits package including daily free lunch.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail with accuracy in inventory
• Customer service and communication skills for internal/external customers
• Team-oriented approach with a focus on process and performance
• Proficiency in Excel and data input/analysis
• Willingness to learn inventory accounting software and systems

Responsibilities

• Perform cycle and full physical inventory counts as scheduled or required.
• Review inventory and movement activities to identify trends impacting accuracy.
• Investigate inventory and product movement errors to identify root causes.
• Identify appropriate slot locations for new products based on size and forecasted sales.
• Create inventory adjustments under appropriate codes after investigation.
• Monitor, manage, and process returns/returned products per defined processes.
• Document numbers of cases on trucks and correct inaccuracies.
• Complete driver check-in to ensure proper product placement in temperature-controlled areas.
• Learn and operate forklift, reach, and pallet jack; follow safety rules.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Team player

Excel

Data analysis

Tools

Excel

Inventory accounting software

Job description

Foster is hiring an Inventory Specialist in Winston-Salem, NC. The role focuses on inventory accuracy, cycle counts, and smooth supply chain operations in a high-volume environment.

Responsibilities include tracking inventory movements, addressing discrepancies, and ensuring products are properly located and available. A strong attention to detail and Excel proficiency are essential, with opportunities for growth and a benefits package including daily free lunch.