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About the Role

The Inventory Specialist at John F. Kennedy International Airport executes inventory control procedures across retail operations, ensuring accurate stock tracking, proper handling, and efficient supply chain support. This role supports inventory control activities that contribute to sales objectives while minimizing shrink and supporting profitability.

Responsibilities

• Executes inventory tracking using SAP to maintain accurate stock records across assigned retail locations.
• Conducts analysis to identify inventory discrepancies, reconciles sales reports against physical inventory, and reports variances.
• Communicates inventory status updates and order issues to warehouse personnel.
• Inspects incoming inventory for quality standards and processes returns.
• Assists in ordering supplies based on inventory analysis and reorder points.
• Provides input on inventory needs based on sales data analysis.
• Supports inventory control procedure execution.
• Implements inventory control procedures and best practices to minimize shrink.
• Conducts physical counts of products and supplies.
• Ensures compliance with company policies across assigned locations.
• Identifies and reports discrepancies between inventory records and sales data promptly.
• Supports business activities relating to store inventory control under management supervision.
• Analyzes inventory turnover rates, shrink patterns, and stock levels.
• Supports implementation of inventory level adjustments based on seasonal trends and sales data.
• Supports merchandising teams with planogram execution and product placement activities.
• Monitors assigned inventory metrics including stock levels and product rotation.
• Executes inventory procedures and operational tasks.
• Develops knowledge of retail products, inventory systems, and merchandising principles.

Requirements

• Requires 2+ years of inventory management, warehouse operations, or retail stock control experience.
• A bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or related program can count for 1 year of the requirement.
• 1-3 years of Retail operations, inventory management, warehouse operations, and/or supply chain experience preferred.
• Basic proficiency in inventory management software systems, specifically SAP.
• Knowledge of retail safety and inventory control procedures.
• Training in basic inventory control procedures and loss prevention awareness.
• Working knowledge of retail inventory management, stock control procedures, and loss prevention principles.
• Proficiency in inventory management software (SAP), basic reporting tools, and data entry systems.
• Ability to understand inventory metrics including turnover rates, stock levels, and basic shrink analysis.
• Understanding of retail supply chain operations and basic procurement processes.
• Demonstrates inventory management aptitude required to execute inventory procedures and support supply chain operations effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with retail business operations, vendor partners, warehouse personnel, and store management teams.
• Exhibits strong work ethic and ability to follow direction while developing inventory management skills.
• Strong attention to detail with good organizational and time management capabilities.
• Can read and interpret basic sales and inventory reports.
• Clear communication skills.
• Demonstrates ability to execute inventory procedures and support cost control initiatives.
• Possesses working knowledge of retail products and inventory systems.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across departments and locations to support business objectives.
• Ability to walk extensively throughout warehouses and retail locations for extended periods.
• Lift, carry, and move inventory items up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Visual acuity to review inventory records, conduct physical counts, and analyze basic reports.
• Work in varying warehouse and retail environments with different temperature and noise levels.

Skills

• SAP
• Inventory management software
• Basic reporting tools
• Data entry systems
• Inventory metrics analysis
• Retail supply chain operations
• Procurement processes
• Organizational skills
• Time management capabilities
• Reading and interpreting reports
• Communication skills

Location

• John F. Kennedy International Airport

Work Type

• Full-time
• Flexible scheduling
• May include early morning, evening, or weekend work

Experience Level

• Exceeds 3 years of combined education and professional experience
• 2+ years of inventory management, warehouse operations, or retail stock control experience
• 1-3 years of Retail operations, inventory management, warehouse operations, and/or supply chain experience preferred

Education Level

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or related program (can count for 1 year of experience)

Salary/Compensations

• $26.06 to $29.31

Benefits

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Generous paid time off (vacation, flex or sick)
• Holiday pay
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Company paid life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee discounts across all company brands
• Employee assistance program
• Training and exciting career growth opportunities
• Referral program – refer a friend and earn a bonus

About the Company

• Avolta, including Dufry, HMSHost Corporation, Hudson, and affiliates (“the Company”)

Equal Opportunity

• Avolta, including Dufry, HMSHost Corporation, Hudson, and affiliates (“the Company”), is an equal opportunity employer.
• It is the Company’s policy to ensure equal employment opportunity in all aspects of employment and to comply with anti-discrimination laws and regulations.
• The Company prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and provides equal opportunities to applicants and team members without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, age, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, national origin, disability, military service and veteran status, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances (referred to as “protected characteristics”).