Overview
Please note this role is for the Outbound Shift (2pm/3pm start time). The Inventory Control Coordinator I partners with the Inventory Control Supervisor and/or Manager to ensure outbound shipments are accurate, properly palletized, and meet Sprouts' quality standards. This role is responsible for auditing outbound loads to confirm correct product selection, quantities, and overall shipment integrity. In addition to outbound audit responsibilities, this position supports inventory control functions, including performing cycle counts, researching discrepancies, and maintaining inventory accuracy within the Warehouse Management System (WMS). The Inventory Control Coordinator I works closely with Inventory Control leadership and 3PL partners to ensure stores receive products that align with purchase orders and reflect Sprouts Farmers Market's quality expectations
Responsibilities (Essential Functions)
- Accurately document and maintain outbound audit records and supporting documentation.
- Perform pallet audits, including breakdowns, to validate case pick accuracy and order integrity.
- Verify product, quantities, and item details against WMS data.
- Investigate and resolve inventory exceptions identified during the outbound process.
- Conduct product counts and adjustments to reconcile inventory discrepancies.
- Monitor and enforce proper product rotation (FIFO) standards.
- Verify that all inventory is stored and handled in the appropriate temperature zone.
- Identify, document, and process damaged or poor-quality products removed from inventory.
- Conduct process and compliance audits as required to support operational standards.
- Partner with 3PL teams and internal leadership to communicate findings and drive resolution.
- Perform additional duties as assigned to support inventory and outbound audit operations.
Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities & Physical Requirements)
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- 1-2 years of experience in logistics, inventory control, or supply chain operations preferred.
- Knowledge of fresh produce items (fruits and vegetables) preferred.
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong attention to detail, organization, and dependability.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Outlook.
- Working knowledge of WMS and/or ERP systems.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently.
- Ability to work a flexible work schedule and shift, including weekends if needed
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Ability to work in temperature-controlled environments (as low as 28°F).
Physical Requirements
- This position will work in a distribution center. Typically, this environment is subject to:
- Exposure to extreme temperature changes, moisture, noise, odors, and moving equipment.
- Lifting, pushing, pulling, and/or carrying up to 75 lbs.
Pay Range
The pay range for this position is $20.19 - $28.17 / hour. Sprouts Farmers Market determines pay based on applicable experience and qualifications of the applicant.
Why Sprouts
Grow with us!
If you have a passion for inspiring people and a flair for fresh food, consider applying for a job at Sprouts! With a focus on customer service, our neighborhood grocery stores offer high-quality, farm fresh produce, natural meats, plenty of scoop-your-own bulk goods and much more in a fun, friendly, old-fashioned farmer's market setting. Come grow your career in healthy living with a fast-paced, rapidly growing company and teams that pride themselves on empowering others along their journey.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and requirements. Sprouts' management reserves the right to amend and change duties, responsibilities, and requirements to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.
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