Inventory Technician Full Time w/ Benefits

NAVY EXCHANGE SERVICE COMMAND (NEXCOM); Oak Harbor (WA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Vision & Dental

401(k) & Pension Plan

Life Insurance

Sick and annual leave accruals

Access to on-base amenities

Job summary

Navy Exchange Service Command (NEXCOM) in Oak Harbor, WA is seeking an Inventory Technician to support Navy patrons and families. You will manage store inventory using SIM system, resolve receipt and transfer discrepancies, and ensure accurate shelf availability for Retail and Services.

This role requires at least two years of experience in retail or related fields, familiarity with automated systems, and the ability to lift up to 40 lbs and work outdoors in various weather.

Qualifications

• Two years total experience in administrative or retail roles enabling knowledge of merchandising operations in automated systems.
• Experience with inventory control methods in a computerized environment; ability to access screens and print documents.
• Education substitution note: one half year of academic study above high school may substitute for six months of experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate Store Inventory Management SIM system to resolve errors in receipts, transfers, replenishment, and inventory adjustments.
• Inspect and replenish products; ensure planogram integrity and price verification.
• Assist with perpetual inventory management and year-end inventories; follow SOPs.

Job description

Join us as our next Inventory Technician with the Navy Exchange Service Command (NEXCOM), in Oak Harbor, WA.

Why the Navy Exchange Service Command?

While some may serve overseas for our country, we hold down the fort - we serve the men and women who wear the flag - America’s strength, America’s heart. We are here to guide them, and deliver our service members and their families the tools they need to do what they love to do. Here at the Navy Exchange in Oak Harbor, no two days will look the same.

We are an enthusiastic and driven team supporting our service members and their families, who push ourselves and those around us to develop personally and professionally, every single day.

You can expect an unforgettable, dynamic, and competitive work environment.

This is where YOU fit in: your local Navy Exchange is in need of a personable Inventory Technician to answer the call; a team player who is dedicated to supporting our Naval community, and operational successes on a day to day basis. Your work will make an impact and support how our organization serves the best customer – our Military patrons and their families.

No Military Affiliation Necessary!

So, what does a typical day look like? What does it take to succeed?

• Utilizing the Store Inventory Management (SIM) system, conducting research to resolve errors related to store receipts, transfers in/out, replenishment, inventory adjustments, shipment confirmations, returns to vendor/warehouse, etc
• Inspects, replenishes products to include, but not limited to reviewing shelf Not-in-Stock (NIS) for Retail and Services
• Take inventory, execution and compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for Perpetual Inventory Management, Planogram Integrity and Price Verification and Label Integrity
• Lifting and handling moderate to heavy objects up to 40 lbs.
• Working both inside and outside in all types of weather conditions

The Qualifiers

• A total of two years of experience or two year degree
• One year of experience in administrative, professional, investigative or other responsible work which enabled the applicant to gain a general knowledge in retail or merchandising operations functioning within an automated system environment.
• One year of experience which provided a knowledge of retail store operations processes and familiarity with inventory control methods in a computerized environment; knowledge of computer systems and ability to access screens and print documents.

The Benefits begin DAY ONE!

We know you work hard, and cultivate the very best solutions for your family – and that’s why we offer a competitive federal salary & comprehensive benefit plan.

• Benefits begin on DAY ONE
• Medical/Vision & Dental
• 401(k) & Pension Plan
• Life Insurance
• Disabled Veteran Leave
• Sick and annual leave accruals
• Continuity of Employment Programs for Military Spouses
• Tax Free shopping, worldwide, at any Navy Exchange location
• Access to on-base amenities, including lodging, bowling, gym, movie theaters, & much more (where available)!
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• *Includes LifeMart Discount Savings Program

Job Summary

Assists with reviewing shelf Not-in-Stock NIS for Retail and Services businesses and ensuring adherence to communication strategy for NIS merchandise provides assistance in the execution and compliance with Standard Operating Procedures SOPs for Perpetual Inventory Management Planogram Integrity and Price Verification and Label Integrity.

Duties and Responsibilities

Works under the general supervision of a Replenishment Manager or designated supervisor who outlines work objectives and priorities and provides guidance and instructions on new procedures.

• Utilizing the Store Inventory Management SIM system conducts research to resolve errors related to store system processes to include but not limited to receipts transfers in out replenishment inventory adjustments shipment confirmations BOLs returns to vendor warehouse etc.
• Completed work is reviewed for attainment of objectives technical accuracy and ability to effectively communicate and correct problems.
• Assists with the execution and compliance with the standards defined in the Perpetual Inventory Management SOP.
• Assists with the execution and compliance with the standards defined in the Planogram Integrity SOP.
• Assists with the execution and compliance with the standards defined in the Price Verification and Label Integrity SOP.
• Assists with the execution of periodic and year-end inventories assists with year-end inventory reconciliation.
• Performs other related duties as assigned

A total of 2 years of experience consisting of the following:

GENERAL EXPERIENCE

1 year experience in administrative professional investigative or other responsible work which enabled the applicant to gain a general knowledge in retail or merchandising operations functioning within an automated system environment.

AND SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE

1 year of experience which provided a knowledge of retail store operations processes and familiarity with inventory control methods in a computerized environment knowledge of computer systems and ability to access screens and print documents.

OR SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE

One half year of academic study above the high school level may be substituted for each 6 months of 1 year general and 1 year specialized experience.

Primary Location

United States-Washington-Oak Harbor

Organization

Whidbey Island

Schedule

Full-Time (35 + hours)

Unposting Date

Oct 26, 2026, 11:59:00 PM