Job Description

Fresh Inventory Specialist

Location: Kansas City Support Center

Department: Fresh

Responsible for the purchase, proper inventory control and rotation of all Deli/Bakery/Meat and related items for sale to member retailers.

Inventory Management & Purchasing

• Monitor and assess inventory levels to ensure optimal service levels and product turns.
• Place and manage orders using computer systems.
• Make informed daily buying decisions based on market conditions, trends, and pricing.
• Review and maintain all assigned items, including pricing, A Maps, E.B.A.s, and pre-booked items.
• Calculate quantities, gains, and losses related to price changes using basic math skills.
• Stay informed on product details, pricing, and market trends to make effective decisions.

Vendor & Member Communication

• Communicate effectively with vendors and member stores via phone and email to place orders, provide pricing, resolve issues, and negotiate truckload buys.
• Respond promptly to and resolve any vendor or store concerns.

Receiving & Coordination

• Schedule Deli/Bakery/Meat truck deliveries with the warehouse and traffic departments to ensure proper quantities and freshness.
• Verify accuracy of daily receiving documents, accounts payable vouchers, and supply invoices.

System & Record Maintenance

• Maintain accurate computer records for all assigned items and pricing.
• Ensure all required documentation and reports are complete, accurate, and submitted on time.

Technology & Office Tools

• Operate standard office equipment such as calculators, copiers, and fax machines.
• Demonstrate strong computer skills and the ability to learn new technologies.

Team Collaboration & Professionalism

• Collaborate as a member of the AWG team, demonstrating cooperation, integrity, and professionalism with members, associates, and management.
• Keep management informed of plans, performance, and results.

Math Skills

• Proficient in basic and intermediate math, including:
• Discounts, percentages, commissions, and proportions
• Basic algebra and geometry
• Measurement concepts (area, volume, etc.)

Language Skills

• Able to read and understand documents like safety rules, manuals, and procedures.
• Able to write clear reports and business correspondence.
• Comfortable speaking in front of groups, such as customers or coworkers.

Education & Experience

• Preferred: Experience in grocery retail or grocery wholesaler.
• A degree is not required if equivalent work experience is present.
• Minimum 3 years of related experience, ideally in retail or wholesale grocery.
• Management experience of at least 3 years is preferred.

Associated Wholesale Grocers, Inc. (AWG) is the nation’s largest cooperative food wholesaler to independently owned supermarkets, serving 1,100 member companies and more than 3,400 locations throughout 33 states from 9 wholesale divisions. Consolidated sales for AWG in 2024 exceeded $12.0 billion. In addition to its cooperative wholesale operations, the company also operates subsidiary companies that provide certain real estate and supermarket development services, and pharmaceutical products. For more information, visit AWGinc.com

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Vacation, Holiday, and Sick Time
• 401(k) with 4% match along with 3 other contributions
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Basic & Supplemental Life and AD&D
• Employee Assistance Program
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Wellness Program
• Yearly Holiday Bonus