Inventory Control Specialist — Growth & Training Opportunities

The Kroger Co.; Shelbyville (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Flexible scheduling

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Associate discounts

Job summary

A leading distribution center in Shelbyville is seeking a dedicated Inventory Management Specialist to oversee stock auditing and reconciliation. You will respond to inventory inquiries and ensure accuracy in product tracking. Ideal candidates will possess strong customer service skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities, along with familiarity in inventory systems. The role offers a full-time schedule with comprehensive benefits including healthcare coverage, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with case pick, piece pick, shipping and receiving functions.
• Ability to learn and apply multiple systems for tracking inventory.
• Experience with product flow processes.
• Experience with multiple computer and technology systems.

Responsibilities

• Respond to inquiries related to inventory from various stakeholders.
• Move new product items into the inventory system.
• Monitor inventory of equipment and supplies.
• Reconcile product discrepancies between systems.
• Research accounting questions regarding orders and invoices.
• Verify returns and manage obsolete inventory items.

Skills

Customer service skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Systems abilities

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Responsible for reconciling, verifying and auditing product and equipment stock within the site location. Research, resolve stock discrepancies, and addresses inventory inquiries. Verify product location within the warehouse, assists in cycle counts and inventory audits. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

Responsibilities

- Respond to inquiries from management, supervision, buyers, stores, vendors and trucking companies on inventory within site
- Move new product items into inventory system
- Monitor inventory of equipment and warehouse supplies
- Reconcile product shown in various systems with actual product at site
- Research accounting questions on purchase orders, invoices, billings of product received
- Research and verify returns and obsolete inventory items, and ensures they are accurately recorded in various systems
- Prepare handbill for stores when product returned to distribution center (based on site location)
- Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation

Qualifications

Minimum
- Familiarity with case pick, piece pick, shipping and receiving functions
- Strong customer service skills to respond to multiple internal and external customers quickly
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong problem solving skills
- Strong systems abilities, ability to rapidly learn and apply multiple systems for tracking inventory

Desired
- High School Diploma or GED
- Any experience with product flow processes, from product entry to departure from site
- Any experience with multiple computer and technology systems

Job Info

• Job Identification 186908
• Job Category Supply Chain/Logistics
• Locations 4301 N 125 W, Shelbyville, IN, 46176, US (On-site)
• Job Schedule Full time
• Line of Business Supply Chain & Distribution

The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial and more. We'll help you thrive, with access to:

– A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
– Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
– Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching.
– Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more.
– Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
– Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.

From one tiny Cincinnati grocery store more than a century ago, we’ve grown into what today is the nation’s largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states operating under 28 different names. As America’s grocer, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities AND each other, with food at the heart of it all.
Here, people matter. That’s why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. If you’re caring, purpose-driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited.
Whether you’re seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we’ve got a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to become part of our Kroger family!