Warehouse Inventory Control

Warehouse Inventory Control I – UNFI

Inventory Control I is responsible for tracking inventory, maintaining accurate records, researching discrepancies, and ensuring proper handling of damaged or spoiled merchandise. The role requires a strong understanding of warehouse layout, slot location, product mix, and safety protocols.

The Inventory Control Team tracks all inventory within distribution centers, handles whole-sale adjustments, monitors expiration dates, alerts management to safety concerns, conducts cycle counts, and works with procurement and operations leadership to recommend improvements.

• Monitors product velocity and tracks lost sales and in‑house damages.
• Researches inventory adjustments and maintains high service levels (low out of stock).
• Initiates date checks, periodic cycle counts (3 months for grocery and repack, every 3–4 weeks for cooler/freezer) as well as quality checks.
• Researches mis‑slots and quality issues, verifies pick slots and back‑stock verification.
• Processes return-to‑vendor requests.
• Performs basic slotting.
• Alerts management of potential safety problems or violations.
• Tracks expiration dates (particularly cooler/freezer items).
• Tracks food bank and salvaged product.
• Performs duties in accordance with HACCP and SQF policies and procedures, as appropriate for location.

• Capability of being licensed in operating powered industrial equipment.
• Good judgment is required because direct supervision may not be immediately available at times.

• Understanding of safety guidelines.
• Strong knowledge of applicable Bakco functions and RF systems.
• 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.

• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills; motivated and takes initiative.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Detail‑oriented and able to manage multiple tasks.

• This position requires the associate to perform all duties at a UNFI location such as a distribution center or office.

• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and to stand, walk, bend, stoop, twist, and turn frequently.
• Exposed to temperatures ranging from –20°F to 35°F in perishable operations and 37°F to 90°F in grocery operations.
• Requires repetitive arm, wrist, and hand movements.
• Must work with hands and arms overhead, and in or under equipment.
• Requires manual dexterity, coordination, and balance for ground and high‑level work.
• Specific vision abilities required: close, distance, peripheral, depth perception, and adjust focus.

UNFI is North America’s premier grocery wholesaler delivering a wide variety of fresh, branded, and owned‑brand products to independent grocers and retail chains. With 29,000+ employees across 50 distribution centers and corporate offices, UNFI pioneers natural and organic foods while continually evolving the workplace.

Competitive 401(k), PTO plan, health benefits beginning the month following 30 days of employment, mentorship program, developmental opportunities, and other role‑specific benefits. Washington‑based positions have additional paid‑time‑off details available at

UNFI anticipates paying the above‑referenced pay rate (or within the above‑referenced pay range) for this position. Actual pay depends on education, experience, training, and applicable collective bargaining agreements. UNFI is committed to pay transparency in compliance with applicable state and local laws.

UNFI is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. All qualified applicants receive equal consideration 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. UNFI is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

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.