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Inventory Control Coordinator

AT US Foods
US Foods

Inventory Control Coordinator

La Mirada, CA

ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE.

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The following information is provided in accordance with certain state and local laws. Compensation depends on experience, geographic locations, and other factors permitted by law. The expected compensation for this role is between $22- 37/hour depending on market area. Benefits for this role include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance. To review available benefits, please click here: https://www.usfoods.com/careers/benefits.html.

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We help YOU make it! US FOODS® is one of the largest food distributors with a culture and history of promotion from within, excellent training programs and a continuous improvement focus.

We are looking for Inventory Control Clerks who relish the chance to push their potential, grow and reap the rewards of joining the US FOODS® family.

US FOODS® has a lot to offer:

  • US FOODS® is the company built on YOU Matter, where your hard work is rewarded


  • We are committed to compensation, benefits that respect, and reward our employees for their dedication and hard work


  • Service recognition and employee rewards
  • Company with a history of promotion from within and unlimited career growth opportunities w/ ongoing job skills and leadership development training
  • Excellent Leadership

BENEFITS START DAY ONE: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) Plan and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) life insurance and paid parental leave.

Main Ingredients of the Job!

As a US FOODS® as an Inventory Control Clerk you will be responsible for maintaining accurate inventory levels and product quality by performing essential clerical functions, including records compilation and retention, computer updates and requisition preparation. Delivering timely and accurate inventory and adjustment records to support an order and shipping index that exceeds Customer expectations. Complete essential Returns & Refusals functions.

Great Inventory Control Clerks are crucial to the US FOODS® team and one of the important faces of our organization. Our Inventory Control Clerks strive for integrity and reliability, while building trusting relationships with team members.

  • Perform daily inventory counts and audits and provide detailed documentation of results.


  • Research transactions and exceptions to derive root cause and provide resolution.
  • Request, prepare, compile, and retain reports and records in printed and electronic form.
  • Identify products in inventory database; Identify code dates on products.
  • Perform full range of Inventory Reclass/Transfer functions.
  • Evaluate, verify, and process Driver returned products.
  • Reconcile Routes, Invoices, and other documents.
  • Process debit and credit adjustments while utilizing accurate reason codes.
  • Perform related clerical tasks and audits to support warehouse logistics.
  • Move and stage pallet loads with material handling equipment.
  • Adhere to Company standards for Safety, product handling and Food Safety.
  • Keep timecard record to ensure accurate time and attendance reporting.
  • Adhere to Division Attendance Policy.
  • Work in multiple environments, including office as well as ambient, refrigerated, and frozen storage areas.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE

Education/Training:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required

Related Experience/Requirements:

  • A minimum of three years job experience, Inventory Control or other Clerical in a Distribution Center setting preferred


  • HACCP experience preferred

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

  • Computer literacy - MS Office, electronic inventory database, Windows based applications.
  • Communicate effectively, written and verbal; Possess strong math skills, excellent organizational practices with a high attention to detail
  • Resolve routine problems of typical scope; Analyze complex scenarios; Prioritize job tasks of varying frequency; Perform with limited Supervision
  • Strong teamwork skills: Serve as resource to others and provide inter-department support
  • Ability to operate and become certified on Powered Industrial Trucks (Pallet Jack, Stock Picker, et al) preferred

Your efforts are the foundation that defines US FOODS® success based on our pillars of cultural beliefs, work ethic, collaborative spirit, and service.

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Client-provided location(s): La Mirada, CA, USA
Job ID: US_FOOD-R255597
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • On-site/Nearby Childcare
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Woman founded/led
    • Black founded/led
    • BIPOC founded/led
    • Latinx founded/led
    • Asian founded/led
    • LGBTQ+ founded/led
    • Veteran founded/led

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