Inventory Specialist

Purpose:

The purpose of the Inventory Specialist is to effectively manage all processes related to ordering and maintaining appropriate inventory levels for daily business operations, including managing store to store transfers and disposing of waste/expired product. He/she will also engage in ancillary activities that support the overall business operations.

Requirements:

• 18


• Has at least a high school diploma


• Ability to work at least 32 hrs/wk (starting at 4:30am)


• Valid driver’s license


• Ability to lift at least 50lbs


• Ability to climb at least 6ft using ladders


• Leadership approval

Skills:

• Organized and pays attention to detail


• Hard-working and dependable


• Ability to work independently, with minimal guidance


• Understands basic tenets of inventory movement

Job Responsibilities:

• Understand the daily needs of operations, from a supply and demand standpoint, to be able to effectively utilize the Suggested Ordering system to order appropriate number of items
  
  
  
  • Examine the supply levels on-hand, on a daily basis, to anticipate potential shortages
  
  
  • Communicate with BOH Director on upcoming events/anticipated sales increases that would require additional supplies
  
  
  
  


• Receive daily deliveries, review for order accuracy and communicate with the supplier on discrepancies, damaged goods etc.


• Ensure that all inventory items are appropriately stored and organized, and maintained in the defined travel path.


• Understand and utilize FIFO for ensuring products are used in operation prior to expiration


• Travel to suppliers to directly source inventory (as needed), in extenuating circumstances


• Utilize a well defined inventory tracking system to optimize the flow and control of items


• Utilize Inform (and other tools) for reports on inventory operations, supply levels and adjustments


• Analyze approved CFA suppliers (if applicable) to obtain the most cost-effective alternatives


• Conduct monthly inventory count and periodic spot checks throughout the month


• Assist with the general upkeep and maintenance of the restaurant facilities including, but not limited to:
  
  
  
  • Regular pressuring washing of the parking lot, sidewalks and building
  
  
  • Daily cleaning and maintenance of machine filters
  
  
  • Regular cleaning and replacement of restaurant air filters
  
  
  • Replacement of bulbs in and around the restaurant, as needed
  
  
  
  


• Utilize BOH checklist (Jolt) to regularly clean and maintain BOH equipment

Benefits:

• Great TEAM culture and positive work environment, where everyone is treated with honor, dignity and respect!


• CLOSED on Sunday! Spend time with family, rest or worship if you ch0ose. Do you!


• Eligible Team Members can apply to receive a Remarkable Futures™ Scholarship from Chick-fil-A, Inc. – up to $25,000!


• Team Members have the opportunity to make an impact beyond the restaurant, as we serve our local communities


• FREE employee meal!


• Opportunities to build a career  in a dynamic business, become a leader or maybe even an Operator one day. Sky’s the limit!


• Eligible team members can earn paid time off the longer their employment time at the store


• Attractive options for various other benefits, which the Operator contributes to for greater affordability, including health insurance, dental and vision and 401K


• Competitive pay, with the opportunity for increases based on performance


• Employee referral program


• And so much more!