Inventory Specialist

Walgreens; Hopewell (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Walgreens is seeking an Inventory Specialist in Hopewell, Virginia. The role involves managing inventory processes, ensuring customer satisfaction, and maintaining compliance with laws. Candidates should have retail experience, be fluent in English, and be flexible with hours. Compensation ranges from $17 to $19 per hour.

Qualifications

• Minimum of six months experience with Walgreens or one year retail experience.
• Fluent in English and willing to work flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Execute and monitor inventory best practices across the store.
• Support pharmacy inventory activities such as receiving and counting.
• Engage customers and ensure a positive experience.

Skills

Customer Service

Inventory Management

Communication

Problem Solving

Job description

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Responsibilities

• Execute, monitor, and train on inventory best practices and standard operating procedures across the store, including front end and pharmacy.
• Support pharmacy inventory activities such as receiving, counting, ordering, and returns.
• Ensure on-shelf availability and validate planogram accuracy.
• Review reports and system applications impacting inventory accuracy and pricing.
• Implement asset protection techniques and handle claims for overages, shortages, and damaged goods.
• In designated stores, open and close the store as needed, including cash handling and system start-ups.

Customer Experience

• Engage customers, resolve issues, and ensure a positive experience.
• Share customer service best practices with team members.

Operations

• Manage warehouse and vendor inventory processes, including order creation and receipt.
• Verify pharmacy shipments and perform inventory activities under pharmacist supervision.
• Complete on-shelf availability processes, pricing activities, and inventory counts.
• Maintain compliance with laws regarding regulated products.

Training & Personal Development

• Attend training and maintain necessary certifications.

Communications

• Coach team members, communicate tasks, and report issues to management.
• Minimum of six months experience with Walgreens or one year retail experience.
• Fluent in English and willing to work flexible hours.

We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Walgreens is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Compensation ranges from $17 to $19 per hour. Role remains open until filled. Benefits details available at jobs.walgreens.com/benefits.