Inventory Control Manager at United Natural Foods Inc

Posted in General Business 10 days ago.

Type: Full-Time
Location: Urbana, Illinois





Job Description:

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 Market 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?


  • Competitive salary and One@Work Option
  • Medical, dental and vision benefits after 30 days of employment
  • Paid Leave Time earned
  • Quartely bonus based on performance
  • Even more perks: 401K with company match, tuition reimbursement, on-site gym, discounted child care services and a wellness program that puts money back in your pocket for living a healthy lifestyle!

Purpose
Manages distribution center inventory control functions. This includes effective receiving, slotting and storage of product. Maintains an accurate inventory, stored in a cost effective and efficient manner.

Job Responsibilities and Accountabilities


  • Manages physical inventories and the cycle inventory process; stock rotation, outside storage and product
    transfer
  • Ensures proper receiving in system, storage and control of warehouse inventory
  • Maintains accurate physical or cycle inventory records
  • Ensures adequate systems security is maintained in the computer inventory system
  • Coordinates SOX activities and compliance in cooperation with warehouse manager
  • Manages product dating, efficient warehouse space utilization and product slotting
  • Interviews, training and oversees performance management of all direct reports
  • Acts as liaison with buyers and coordinates activities to ensure budgeted inventory levels
  • Manages disposition of discontinued items
  • Analyzes and resolves buying and logistics related problems to optimize service level to retail customers
  • Assists in preparation of financial studies and warehouse budget
  • Resolves warehouse system issues (AWS, PLUS, and Voice) working with ITS and outside contractors
  • Provides on-call support for system issues

Relevant Experience, Education, Certification, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Bachelor's Degree preferred or equivalent experience
  • 3 years of relevant inventory control experience or equivalent experience
  • 3-5 years of warehouse experience
  • 3-5 years of supervisory experience
  • Strong administrative, analytical and problem solving skills
  • Strong leadership capabilities
  • Strong communication skills, verbal and written
  • Excellent ability to understand and utilize warehouse systems and technology

Physical Environment

  • Temperatures in the warehouse may vary between - 20 to 70 degrees, noise levels in all areas are within
    acceptable tolerance ranges for those specific work areas
  • Incumbent may sit for long periods of time at desk or computer terminal
  • Incumbent may use calculators, keyboards, telephone and other office equipment in the course of the normal workday
  • Stooping, bending, twisting and reaching may be required in completion of job duties
  • Some travel may be required

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.





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