Inventory Specialist
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Job overview
Sysco is hiring an Inventory Specialist. The Inventory Specialist at Sysco IFG Plant City Facility performs cycle counts, resolves discrepancies, manages product placement, handles recalls, assists labeling, and supports operations to ensure accurate inventory across the distribution center.
Key focus areas include Perform cycle counts, pick slots and reserves in the building, Research discrepancies with counts and daily warehouse outs, place products on hold, and Handle stock transfers and review daily adjustments with Inventory Manager.
Important skills include Excellent Written Communication, Excellent Verbal Communication, Good Organization Skills, Basic Computer Skills, Excel, and Outlook.
Skills & qualifications
Skills
Qualifications
Full job description
Company:
US0134 IFG Tampa, Division of Sysco International Food Group, Inc.
Sales Territory:
None
Zip Code:
33566
Travel Percentage:
0
COMPENSATION INFORMATION:
The pay range provided is not indicative of Sysco’s actual pay range but is merely algorithmic and provided for generalized comparison. Factors that may be used to determine rate of pay include specific skills, work location, work experience and other individualized factors
Position Purpose:
The purpose of the Inventory Specialist role is to perform cycle counts, adjustments, locate missing products, keep various reports up to date and gather info for other departments as needed in order to maintain the accuracy of Sysco IFG inventory.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Cycle counts pick slots and reserves in the building
- Researches discrepancies with counts and daily warehouse outs, places products on hold requiring review by upper management, handles stock transfers relative to country item codes and reviews daily adjustments with Inventory Manager to ensure accuracy
- Slots new products including TI/Hi and weight considerations, creates rack types in SWMS, plans / executes order selection paths and corrects product placement within the facility to match the warehouse management system
- Handles both actual and mock product recalls / liaises with various auditors
- Assists labeling department with date and code deciphering and correction
- Assists in operations as needed
Education:
- HSD or equivalent
Experience:
- 4 years warehouse/distribution experience * inventory experience is a plus * RF system experience a plus *
Skills:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills *good organization skills *ability to lift 40-50.lb regularly * basic computer skills including Excel and Outlook *able to operate a forklift * basic math skills
BENEFITS INFORMATION:
For information on Sysco’s Benefits, please visit https://SyscoBenefits.com
OVERVIEW:
Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations.
We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We’re looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.
AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT:
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.
This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.