Inventory Control Supervisor

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Join our team and immediately become part of the largest distributor of conventional, natural, organic and specialty products in the United States and Canada. We serve over 43,000 customer locations with 200,000 different products. Our Warehouse associates supply thousands of consumers with better for you food that nourishes families nationwide. Our retailers range from small family owned stores to Whole Foods Markets and everything in between. Are you ready to make an impact on the lives of others and feel good about what you do? Join our growing Distribution team today!

Why work at UNFI of Ridgefield, WA?

• Weekly paychecks.
• Earlier pay, easier saving. Even is the money app that makes it happen. A new fully sponsored benefit for all UNFI associates.
• Medical, dental and vision benefits after 30 days of employment.
• Paid Leave Time earned.
• Even more perks: 401K with company match, tuition reimbursement, on-site grocery store, wellness program that puts money back in your pocket for living a healthy lifestyle!
  
  

PURPOSE:

The Inventory Control Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the inventory control team through reporting, audits and coaching and inventory optimization. This position will collaborate closely with Operations leadership to meet inventory goals. The Supervisor will address inventory escalations with cross-functional teams including Procurement, Customer Experience and vendors as needed.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversees the inventory control daily operations including inventory management, researching, and resolving inventory inquiries and processing adjustments as needed.
• Reviews and processes financial adjustments to inventory as needed.
• Develop and maintain slotting and capacity optimization.
• Conduct routine audits on cycle counters & inventory to ensure standard operating procedures are followed.
• Reviews and actions inventory reporting including but not limited to Dock/Trailer Report Review, MY529 NWXD Exception Report.
• Manage outside storage process.
• Perform non-warehouse cross dock research.
• Coaches and trains associates on inventory processes including managing talent and performance.
• Partners with local Operations leadership to meet inventory and service level goals.
• Performs other relevant job duties as required.
  
  

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Education/ Certifications: (Required/Preferred-list requirement is required or preferred)
• Bachelor's Degree in related field and/or equivalent work experience preferred.
• Capability of being licensed in operating powered industrial equipment.
• Experience:
• 3-5 years of relevant inventory control experience or equivalent experience required.
• 3-5 years of warehouse experience required.
  
  

KNOWLEDGE:

• Strong knowledge of warehouse operations including slotting system required.
• Proficient with reporting methods related to tracking inventory.
  
  

SKILLS/ ABILITIES:

• Strong ability to analyze, interpret, and report financial data.
• Strong communication skills; both written and oral applications.
• Strong interpersonal skills; must be motivated and take initiative.
• Deal effectively with a wide variety of people both in person and over the telephone.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to be detail oriented and manage multiple tasks.
• Proficiency in PC software tools for reports, analysis, and audits. MS Outlook, Word and Excel experience required.
  
  

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT/ DEMANDS:

• Some travel may be required.
• Ability to lift between 40-60 pounds daily and to stand, walk, bend, stoop, twist and turn frequently.
• Exposed to temperatures ranging from -20 degrees below zero to 35 degrees Fahrenheit in Perishable Operation and 37 degrees to 90 degrees Fahrenheit in Grocery Operation.
• Ability to do repetitious arm, wrist and hand movements required for maintenance and service procedures.
• Must be able to work with hands and arms overhead, and to work in or under the equipment.
• Requires manual dexterity, overall coordination and good balance to work both at ground level and in high places to perform job duties. Ability to operate work related equipment.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Moving about the distribution center warehouse floor.
  
  

UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected ground. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the job selection process. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Compensation:

UNFI anticipates paying the above-referenced pay rate (or within the above-referenced pay range) for this position. Actual Pay, where applicable, will depend on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, education, experience, training, and any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements. UNFI is committed to transparency in pay in compliance with applicable state and local laws.

Benefits:

For Washington positions (or positions that may be performed remotely from Washington), https://www.unfi.com/jobs-more-info-wa.html for Washington-specific paid time off details.

Candidates hired into this position will also be eligible to participate in the following benefits programs: Paid Time Off; Sick Time; paid holidays and parental leave; 401K Program; medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental death/dismemberment insurance; short-term and long-term disability insurance program, Flexible Spending Account and/or Health Savings Account, subject to meeting the eligibility requirements and the terms and conditions of these programs, and subject to any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements.

UNFI’s compensation, benefits, and paid time off policies are subject to change in the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with applicable law. This job posting should not be construed as an offer of employment with certain terms, nor should it be construed as a guaranteed minimum.

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.