Inventory Specialist
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onSouth 8th Street, Town of Blue Mounds, Dane County, Wisconsin, 53572, United States
About the Role
As a key member of the Walgreens team, you will serve as the guardian of inventory integrity and a champion for the customer experience. This role is designed to ensure that our stores operate smoothly by managing the complex flow of goods from the warehouse to the shelf, with a specialized focus on both the front end and pharmacy departments. You will be the bridge between operational precision and customer satisfaction, ensuring that every product is available, priced correctly, and ready for the shopper.
In this position, you will not only execute daily inventory tasks but also coach team members on best practices. Whether you are coordinating the receipt of vendor deliveries, managing pharmacy shipments under the supervision of a pharmacist, or resolving customer issues as the leader on duty, your work directly impacts the reliability of our service. You will be responsible for maintaining the accuracy of on-hand balances, ensuring compliance with state regulations for regulated products, and keeping the store environment clean and well-merchandised.
Day in the Life
Your day begins with ensuring the store is ready for business, including system start-ups and floor preparation. You will spend significant time scanning deliveries, verifying shipments, and managing the intricate process of inventory counts and planogram validation. A major part of your focus will be On-Shelf Availability (OSA), ensuring that products are physically present and correctly displayed.
You will act as a liaison between management and the team, communicating tasks and providing guidance on inventory systems. When serving as the leader on duty, you will take accountability for the store's operations, including cash handling, POS transactions, and resolving customer concerns to deliver a distinctive and delightful experience. You will also play a vital role in asset protection by filing claims for shortages, overages, and damaged goods, ensuring the store remains compliant with all company policies and safety standards.
Hiring Process
We value internal growth and external talent equally. Internal candidates are encouraged to apply if they have six months of prior work experience with Walgreens, while external candidates should have at least one year of retail experience. We look for individuals who demonstrate a willingness to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, and possess a strong attention to detail.
Culture & Commitment
Walgreens is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider qualified applicants regardless of background, including those with arrest and conviction records. We believe in continuous development, providing opportunities for team members to attend company-based trainings and complete e-learning modules to enhance their skills and career growth.
Application Instructions
This role will remain open until filled. To review the full list of benefits, please visit jobs.walgreens.com/benefits. If you are applying through a job board and cannot access the link directly, please copy and paste the URL into your browser.
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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 pharmacy inventory activities including receiving, counting, ordering, and facilitating returns; validate and ensure accuracy of planograms and on-shelf availability processes; and execute asset protection techniques and file claims for warehouse and vendor overages or shortages.
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 South 8th Street, Town of Blue Mounds, Dane County, Wisconsin, 53572, United States. This is a on-site role.