Inventory Control Specialist

River Valley Holdings is a family-owned distribution company based in Syracuse, NY, serving retail customers across the northeastern United States. The River Valley family of companies: River Valley Foods, Cavallaro Foods, and Empire Valley distribute a wide range of specialty dry and frozen grocery items and consumable products from warehouses in Syracuse, NY.

Position Overview

The Inventory Control Specialist plays a critical role in maintaining inventory accuracy across our warehouse operations. The position is responsible for performing regular cycle counts, reconciling inventory discrepancies, processing returns & damages, and identifying root causes of inventory issues. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and proactive in problem-solving.

Work Schedule:

• Monday – Friday 5am – 1:30pm

 Wages:

• $21.50 - $25.50 per hour

Key Responsibilities:

• Arrive promptly and prepared for each scheduled shift
• Conduct daily cycle counts and make accurate inventory adjustments in the Warehouse Management System (WMS).
• Monitor inventory reports, investigate discrepancies, and implement corrective actions as needed, including:
  • Zero Bin Report
  • Overhead verifications
  • Weekly Quantity Comparison Report
• Evaluate discrepancies reported on the Daily Outs recap from the 2nd shift
• Complete Warehouse Receiving Error Log and Replen Error Log with all discrepancies that are identified
• Process damaged goods and returns, including repacking product and returning to stock when applicable
• Support quality assurance efforts by addressing recalls and investigating the root cause of mispicks, overages, or shortages
• Receive and put away customer return products in the appropriate storage location and complete required paperwork and communication with accounting team to ensure proper customer credits
• Assist with scheduled physical inventory counts and audits
• Monitor and Maintain the Warehouse Hold & Release process including filling out the Hold & Release log, review weekly and communicate with the Purchasing department to coordinate disposition of product
• Assign picking slots to new items prior to their first receipt and complete regular re-slotting of existing products based on seasonality, movement or other factors
• Operate equipment (forklift, scissor lift, power jack) safely and perform pre-operational inspections prior to use
• Adhere to all company policies and SQF (Safe Quality Food) protocols for product handling and storage
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Perform additional duties as requested by the supervisor, including selecting, cleaning, shipping and sort/segregation of incoming product

Skills and Competencies:

• Proficiency in reading and understanding English to comprehend inbound orders and supervisor instructions
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds
• Capability to stand and work on your feet for extended periods
• Skilled in operating RF guns accurately
• Attention to detail
• Ability to perform basic math calculations such as addition, subtraction and multiplication

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required

• Inventory Control experience preferred but not required

Benefits: 

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes: 

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance
• Flexible Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) & Roth IRA with company match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Purchase Program