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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!
POSITION PURPOSE:
Responsible for tracking inventory and maintaining accurate inventory records and able to research any discrepancies. Display a strong understanding of the equipment he/she uses, the location of product, and the lay-out of the warehouse, slot location, lost sales, mispicks, pack size and all other applicable product information.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES:
Conducts review and appropriate research to verify if a credit is valid and provide disposition back to customer experience
Collaborate with customer experience team on credit inquiries and other requests
Perform shipping and receiving audits on-site and in retail stores as required
Partners with local inventory control to review and process adjustments as needed
Make accurate inventory adjustments in the system
Collaborate with all stakeholders including but not limited to procurement, operations, customer care, inventory control on inventory concerns
Reconcile store returns and make necessary adjustments within the inventory system
Identify and resolve all internal shrink concerns
Update home slot quantities when removing product from the home slot
Monitor all outside/offsite storage inventory
Analyze and monitor velocity reports and seasonal promotions to ensure product is available for sale onsite
Direct operations and offsite storage providers on inventory to pull and pick up
Ensure proper rotation of product in outside storage and onsite/in house storage
Manage Inventory Control projects that drive improvement of operations processes and/or other UNFI business area processes
Performs other relevant job duties as required
QUALIFICATIONS:
Understanding of Safety guidelines
Strong knowledge of applicable Bakco functions and RF systems
Understanding of applicable Bakco functions
Understanding of all paperwork and reporting methods related to tracking inventory
Have an understanding of procedures in other areas of the warehouse for a more global understanding of all processes
Capability of being licensed in operating powered industrial equipment
Strong communications skills; both written and oral applications
Good judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available
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
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
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.
Company: United Natural Foods West IncCompensation:
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/provincial and local laws.
Benefits:
For Washington positions (or positions that may be performed remotely from Washington), Click HERE 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 (or retirement savings plan if in Canada); 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 (U.S. only), subject to meeting the eligibility requirements and the terms and conditions of these programs, and subject to any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Sales Positions Only: For sales positions that are commission-based, the above range is an estimate of total potential commission-based compensation during an associate’s first year, but UNFI offers an introductory period minimum of $680 per week. After the introductory period, as a 100% commission-based role, there is no set salary. UNFI’s commission plans are uncapped and average earnings vary depending on territory and sales achieved, among other factors.
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 or for Canadian applicants in accordance with provincial human rights legislation.
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