Retail Inventory Analyst

Location: Yerington

The position of a Retail Inventory Analyst is of great significance to Valley Wide Cooperative. A person in this position is responsible for managing all inventories and services at all local level. They are to manage the inventory supply chain including receiving all saleable and non-saleable merchandise into the store, maintaining inventories and assists in coordinating outgoing shipments.

Job Summary:

These are the basic requirements of the position and must be performed competently.

* Maintains an efficient flow of merchandise.

* Responsible for scanning and verifying all received product against the packing slip.

* Responsible for coordinating product flow to the sales floor.

* Prioritizes Out of Stock merchandise to ensure management and associates are informed upon arrival.

* Develops and maintains an efficient filing system for all relevant paperwork (Purchase Orders (PO's), transfer documents, cycle counts, etc.).

* Using proper scan receiving procedures, responsible to ensure all shipments are received, sent, and keyed within 24 hours of receipt including warranty services.

* All out going product is to be properly documented and labeled according to company standards.

* Responsible for printing relevant inventory reports to ensure that all inventories are accounted for including outstanding POs, receiving, transfers, and credits.

* Responsible for returns.

* Accountable for the input and integrity of appropriate back-end paperwork.

* Responsible to forward for approval to appropriate manager.

* Monitors and investigates variances related to receiving documents including purchase Orders (PO), transfers, cycle counts and other inventory measures.

* Responsible for visually checking and alerting management to any received merchandise that is damaged or missing.

* Responds to and directs customers as needed.

* Monitors inventory levels.

* Conducts physical counts on inventory according to the cycle count schedule.

* Conducts physical counts based on variance reports, non-count inventory status and negative item reports.

* Accurately notates inventory counts and variances within the expected timelines.

* Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

* Cross-trains for other roles within the supply chain.

* Meets expected KPIs and address inventory and supply chain issues as necessary.

* Comply with the Health, Safety and Environmental Policies.

* Perform other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL JOB QUALIFICATIONS/PREREQUISITES:

* High School Diploma, Advanced Education or Certified Training.

* Previous experience of working in a supply chain team preferably within wholesale and/or retail.

* Able to add value, reduce costs and input to business improvements.

* An understanding of agri-business including orchard & vineyard supplies would be advantageous.

* Must be computer proficient (Microsoft Office: Excel and Word and able to learn point-of-sale and inventory systems).

* Demonstrates strong organizational skills.

* High level of attention to detail and accuracy.

* Exhibit's ability to use inventory software efficiently.

* Analytical and multi-tasking abilities.

* Ability to work independently and in a team environment; self-motivated.

* Communicates clearly and effectively.

* Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills.

* Ability to meet deadlines and deliver accurate work.

* Demonstrates solid problem-solving skills.

* Product knowledge in categories such as clothing, feed, pet food and supplies, animal health, tack, lawn/garden & gifts are strongly preferred.

* Proactive critical thinking.

* Great written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.

* Must exhibit a professional and positive image.