Inventory Specialist - Walgreens - Chicago

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As America’s most loved pharmacy, health, and beauty company, Walgreens' purpose is to create more joyful lives through better health. Operating nearly 9,000 retail locations across America, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, Walgreens is proud to be a neighborhood health destination serving approximately 9 million customers each day.

• Receive, stock, and organize merchandise according to Walgreens’ inventory procedures
• Conduct inventory counts, audits, and reconciliations to ensure accuracy
• Identify and report inventory discrepancies, shortages, or damaged goods
• Support loss prevention and shrink reduction initiatives
• Collaborate with store team members to maintain a well-organized sales floor and stockroom
• Assist with pharmacy-related inventory tasks as needed, following training and certification

• 2 years of retail experience, preferably in inventory, stockroom, or operations roles
• Ability to obtain Pharmacy Technician Certification within 2 years, including passing the PTCB exam
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to follow processes, meet deadlines, and work independently
• Basic computer skills and comfort using inventory systems
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Chicago

Dental;Employee Assistance;Life Insurance;Long Term Disability;Maternity Leave;Medical;Paid Training/Personal Development;Personal;Short Term Disability;Sick;Tuition Reimbursement;Vacation;Vision;Other Benefits -