Damage Recoup

The Damage Recoup associate will be ensuring the proper handling of damaged and/or spoiled merchandise daily. The Damage Recoup associate is responsible for reviewing and processing returns from retailers, including the salvage program. This position will also process vendor returns in accordance with policies and procedures. They will also help support inventory projects and programs to ensure accuracy and compliance with service levels.

Schedule for this position is tentatively set for Tuesday through Saturday, 8:00am to 4:30pm.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Monitors and processes store returns, driver check-in process, and salvage programs

• Monitors and processes product velocity and tracks lost sales and in-house damages

• Research mis-slots and quality issues, verifies pick slots and back stock verification

• Processes return to vendor requests in accordance with standard operating procedures

• Alerts management of potential safety problems or violations

• Track food bank donations and salvaged products

• Responsible for proper handling of damaged and/or spoiled merchandise daily

• Collect and relocate merchandise as necessary to correct inventory problems

• Perform duties in accordance with Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) and Safe Quality Food (SQF) policies and procedures, as appropriate for the location

• Performs other relevant job duties as required

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Education/ Certifications: (Required/Preferred-list requirement is required or preferred)

• High school diploma or GED required

• Capability of being licensed in operating powered industrial equipment

Experience:

• Have an understanding of procedures in other areas of the warehouse for a more global understanding of all processes.

• Experience as a selector or lift operator (strongly preferred) • 1-2 years of data entry experience preferred

Knowledge:

• Understanding of safety guidelines

• Understanding of paperwork and reporting methods related to tracking inventory

• Strong knowledge of applicable warehouse mgmt. system and RF system Skills/ Abilities:

• Attention to detail

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT/ DEMANDS:

• Ability to lift between 40-60 pounds daily and to stand, walk, bend, stoop, twist and turn frequently.
• Exposed to temperatures ranging from -20 degrees below zero to 35 degrees Fahrenheit in Perishable Operation and 37 degrees to 90 degrees Fahrenheit in Grocery Operation
• Ability to do repetitious arm, wrist, and hand movements required for maintenance and service procedures.
• Must be able to work with hands and arms overhead and to work in or under the equipment.
• Requires manual dexterity, overall coordination, and good balance to work both at ground level and in high places to perform job duties. Ability to operate work-related equipment
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Moving about the distribution center warehouse floor

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.