What are the responsibilities and job description for the Inventory Specialist position at Farmers Seafood Company, Inc.?
About Us
Farmers Seafood Company is a family-rooted seafood distributor and retail market based in Shreveport. We supply fresh and frozen seafood to restaurants, grocers, and retail customers across Louisiana, Texas, Arkansas, Mississippi, Kansas, and Tennessee. Our team moves fast, and accurate inventory keeps it all running.
The Role
We're looking for a detail-oriented Inventory Specialist to own the accuracy of our cooler, freezer, and dry storage inventory. You'll receive product, track it by location, and help us reduce waste and stockouts. If you like organized spaces and numbers that match, this job is for you.
What You'll Do
- Receive incoming shipments and verify against purchase orders (count, weight, quality, and temperature)
- Enter received product accurately into our inventory system and receiving log
- Perform daily cycle counts and scheduled full physical counts across cooler, freezer, and dry storage
- Maintain location-based organization and rotate stock (FIFO) to protect freshness
- Investigate and resolve count discrepancies with purchasing, sales, and warehouse staff
- Flag slow-moving, short-dated, or damaged product for write-off or markdown
- Support order pulling and staging during peak periods
- Follow food safety, sanitation, and cold-chain procedures (HACCP, USDA, and health department standards)
- Keep storage areas clean, safe, and inspection-ready
What We're Looking For
- 1 year of inventory, warehouse, receiving, or stock control experience (food or cold storage a plus)
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy with counts and data entry
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word (required); comfortable learning inventory/ERP software
- Able to work in cold environments (coolers and freezers) for extended periods
- Able to lift up to 50 lbs repeatedly and stand/walk for full shifts
- Forklift or pallet jack experience preferred
- ServSafe Food Handler certification preferred (or willingness to obtain)
- Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently
- High school diploma or GED
Schedule
Monday–Friday, 6:30 AM – 4:30 PM, with occasional Saturdays. Some late days as business needs require.
What We Offer
- Pay based on experience
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off
- Stable, year-round work with a growing local company
- Training on our systems and procedures
How to Apply
Apply through Indeed, or email your resume to jobs@farmersseafood.com with "Inventory Specialist" in the subject line. Qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.
Farmers Seafood Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $30,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $30,000 - $60,000