Inventory Variance Researcher (New Stanton, PA)

Company: UNFI
Location: New Stanton
Posted on: May 4, 2024

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 Wholefoods 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.PURPOSE:The Inventory Disposition Processor will be responsible for pulling and processing salvage product as directed from Procurement,inventory control and/or any chargebacks. This associate will collaborate with cross-functional departments and local operationsleadership to reconcile and respond to damage and returned products. They will also help support inventory projects and programs toensure accuracy and in compliance with service levels.JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:Provide guidance regarding Damage and Returns for products that can be sold to salvage dealersSign and date all pick up documents and return to inventory control coordinator for SOX recorded keepingPull salvage product using reports generated by Quality Control using the
pull date
columnBuild stable, secure pallets with the pulled product and label with pallet number tagEnter items pulled on excel spreadsheet itemizing by palletPull any product to be salvaged as directed by buying department, inventory control department or by chargebackCorrectly fill out chargeback paperwork and return to inventory control coordinatorMake necessary inventory adjustments within the systemRun appropriate reports to identify and action products that need to be pulledCoordinate and load salvage pickups with salvage dealerCommunicate information as needed with inventory control, reclaim, Quality Control, buying department and warehouse supervisionReceive, review, and respond to emails regarding salvage product using good communication skillsBe able to safely operate forklift and pallet jack in conjunction with job dutiesExecute and validate Intercompany TransfersPerforms other relevant job duties as requiredJOB REQUIREMENTS:Education/ Certifications:(Required/Preferred-list requirement is required or preferred)High school diploma or GED requiredCapability of being licensed in operating powered industrial equipmentExperience:Pallet jack certification required2-3 years of experience as a selector, lift operator preferred1-2 years of data entry experience preferredKnowledge:Have an understanding of procedures in other areas of the warehouse for a more global understanding of all processes.Understanding of safety guidelinesUnderstanding of paperwork and reporting methods related to tracking inventoryStrong knowledge of applicable warehouse mgmt. system and RF system.Skills/ Abilities:Strong ability to analyze, interpret, and report financial dataAbility to partner with a wide variety of people both in person and virtuallyAbility to problem solve and collaborate to seek resolutionStrong communication skills; both written and oral applicationsStrong interpersonal skills; must be motivated and take initiativeDeal effectively with a wide variety of people both in person and over the telephoneAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with othersAbility to be detail oriented and manage multiple tasksProficiency in PC software tools for reports, analysis, and audits. MS Outlook, Word and Excel experience requiredPHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT/ DEMANDS: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 37degrees to 90 degrees Fahrenheit in Grocery OperationAbility 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 performjob duties. Ability to operate work related equipmentSpecific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and abilityto adjust focus.
Moving about the distribution center warehouse floorAll 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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