Inventory Control Specialist (ICS)

Overview: Inventory Control Specialists execute the inventory maintenance (scanning outs) controls for the store.Responsibilities:

• Responsible for all “Top 200” cycle counts being completed, and changes being researched.
• Review on hand accuracy changes submitted by associates and research if necessary.
• Scan outs, lows, and overs daily.
• Give recommendations for PIP approvals to Store Manager.
• Communicate with the store support purchasing team about in-stock issues.
• Ensure quality customer service with Customer CARE practices.
• Assist with planogram resets to ensure on-hand accuracy.
• Research inventory variances to determine if count issues exist.
• Reduce inventory shrink by identifying potential causes of shrink and retraining associates on proper procedures.
• Use general office equipment.
• Operate handheld inventory device, forklift, pallet jack, ladder, and other retail equipment.
• Help drive company initiatives, such as Rural King’s Harvest Card Program, Customer C.A.R.E., RK Plus Protection Plan.
• File paperwork quickly and accurately.
• Frequently operate keyboard to enter in information.
• Ability to verbally communicate effectively with customers and co-workers (in-person and via electronic devices).
• Ability to move up to 20 pounds repetitively and 21-50 pounds intermittently.
• Ability to sit/stand/walk for long periods of time.
• May be required to cross train and perform other duties.

Qualifications:

• 1+ years management experience preferred, with knowledge of specific department.
• Strong communications (written, oral and interpersonal skills).
• Ability to interact with the team in a fast-paced environment, remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful, and efficient.
• Ability to multi-task and coordinate, analyze, observe, make decisions, and meet deadlines in a detail-oriented manner.
• Ability to work independently without supervision.
• Ability to work a 40-hour workweek with varied hours, days, night, and weekends as business dictates.
• Ability to access and use the in-store computer, scanning system, and wireless handheld unit.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• None.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.