Damage Recoup

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We are now hiring a Damage Recoup Associate. In this role you will be responsible for ensuring proper handling of damaged and/or spoiled merchandise daily, reviewing and processing returns from retailers including the salvage program, processing vendor returns in accordance with policies and procedures, and assistance with supporting inventory projects and programs to ensure accuracy and in compliance with service levels.

The schedule for this position is Tuesday through Saturday, 3:00pm to 11:30pm. Sunday and Monday are scheduled days off.

Some of what you will do:

• Monitors and process store returns, driver check-in process and salvage programs
• Monitors and process 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 product
• 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 location
• Performs other relevant job duties as required

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Who should apply?

Professionals with the following:

Education/ Certifications:

• 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

Here are some of the physical aspects of the job and environment:

• Ability to lift between 40-60 pounds daily and to stand, walk, bend, stoop, twist and turn frequently
• Exposure 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
• Repetitious arm, wrist and hand movements required for maintenance and service procedures
• 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 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.