Inventory Specialist
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onNorth 3rd Street, Central City, Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona, 85004, United States
About the Role
As a key member of the Walgreens team, you will serve as the operational backbone for both the front end and pharmacy departments. This role is designed to ensure the highest standards of inventory accuracy, asset protection, and customer satisfaction. You will be responsible for executing best practices that keep shelves stocked, prices accurate, and the store ready for business every day.
In this position, you will act as a liaison between management and team members, coaching others on inventory systems and operational procedures. Whether you are managing complex pharmacy shipments, resolving customer issues, or leading the store during your shift, your focus will be on delivering a distinctive and delightful customer experience while maintaining strict compliance with state and local regulations.
Day in the Life
Your day will be a dynamic mix of hands-on inventory management and team leadership. You will start by ensuring the store is ready for business, managing system startups, and preparing the floor and stockroom. Throughout the shift, you will coordinate the receipt of deliveries, verifying shipments from vendors and common carriers, and ensuring all products are accurately posted in our systems.
A significant portion of your time will be dedicated to maintaining On-Shelf Availability (OSA). This involves validating planograms, managing disposals and returns before expiration, and ensuring that pricing is accurate and signage is correct. In the pharmacy, working under the supervision of the pharmacist-in-charge, you will handle critical tasks such as verifying shipments, managing recalls, and conducting inventory counts.
You will also be a champion for customer service, greeting shoppers, offering assistance, and resolving issues to ensure a positive experience. When serving as the leader on duty, you will take accountability for registering sales, handling cash, and managing the overall flow of the store. Your role requires a keen eye for detail to identify operational issues and implement strategies to resolve them effectively.
Hiring Process
We are looking for candidates who demonstrate a willingness to work a flexible schedule, including evening and weekend hours. Internal candidates must have achieved an "Achieving expectations" rating on their last performance review and have no written disciplinary actions in the previous 12 months. External candidates should have at least one year of prior retail work experience.
To apply, please ensure you meet the language requirements (fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English, except in Puerto Rico) and possess the necessary attention to detail and multitasking abilities. Previous experience as a shift lead, pharmacy technician, or customer service associate is preferred but not required.
Our Culture & Commitment
Walgreens is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. We consider employment of qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records and are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veterans. We believe in continuous development and encourage all team members to attend company-based trainings and complete e-learning modules to grow their skills.
Join a team where your contributions directly impact the health and well-being of the communities we serve. We value respect, integrity, and a dedication to excellence in everything we do.
Work location
Work model: On-site
North 3rd Street, Central City, Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona, 85004, United States
Phoenix, Arizona
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleExecute and monitor inventory best practices and standard operating procedures for front end and pharmacy
- check_circleManage receiving, counting, ordering, pricing, and returns for all in-store inventory processes
- check_circleExecute asset protection techniques and file claims for warehouse and vendor overages or shortages
- check_circleCoach team members on warehouse and vendor inventory management and package delivery activities
- check_circleExecute all pricing activities including price changes, markdowns, and regulatory pricing tasks
- check_circleMaintain accurate inventory records and ensure compliance with state laws for regulated products
- check_circleVerify pharmacy shipments and complete inventory counts under the supervision of the pharmacist-in-charge
- check_circleValidate planogram accuracy and ensure On-Shelf Availability across all departments
Requirements
- verifiedSix months of prior work experience with Walgreens or one year of prior retail work experience
- verifiedFluent in reading, writing, and speaking English
- verifiedValid pharmacy license/certification as required by the state
- verifiedWillingness to work a flexible schedule including evening and weekend hours
- verifiedAchieving expectations rating on last performance review and no written disciplinary actions in the previous 12 months (internal candidates only)
Nice to Have
Previous experience as a shift lead, pharmacy technician, designated hitter, or customer service associate. Prior work experience with Walgreens, with an evaluation on file.
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Frequently asked questions about Inventory Specialist at Walgreens
What does a Inventory Specialist at Walgreens do?expand_more
In this Inventory Specialist at Walgreens role, you will execute and monitor inventory best practices and standard operating procedures for front end and pharmacy; manage receiving, counting, ordering, pricing, and returns for all in-store inventory processes; execute asset protection techniques and file claims for warehouse and vendor overages or shortages; and coach team members on warehouse and vendor inventory management and package delivery activities.
What are the requirements for this Inventory Specialist role?expand_more
Walgreens is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Six months of prior work experience with Walgreens or one year of prior retail work experience; Fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English; Valid pharmacy license/certification as required by the state; Willingness to work a flexible schedule including evening and weekend hours; and Achieving expectations rating on last performance review and no written disciplinary actions in the previous 12 months (internal candidates only).
Where is the Inventory Specialist role at Walgreens located?expand_more
Inventory Specialist at Walgreens is based in North 3rd Street, Central City, Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona, 85004, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this Inventory Specialist job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
Walgreens has listed this Inventory Specialist role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this Inventory Specialist role?expand_more
Inventory Specialist at Walgreens typically requires 1+ years of relevant experience at the mid level level.
What skills do you need for the Inventory Specialist role at Walgreens?expand_more
Key skills for Inventory Specialist at Walgreens include Inventory Management; Standard Operating Procedures; Pharmacy Inventory Management; Planograms; Asset Protection; Cash Handling; Customer Service; and Warehouse Inventory Management.
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Inventory Specialist at Walgreens is part of the retail job category on Recrutus.