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Full-Time

Inventory Associate

Posted on 6/21/2024

Misfits Market

Misfits Market

201-500 employees

Online grocery delivery of surplus foods

Food & Agriculture
Social Impact
Consumer Goods

Entry

Walnut, CA, USA

Category
Administrative & Executive Assistance
Administrative Support
Specialized Administrative Roles
Required Skills
Communications
Requirements
  • Authorized to work in the United States
  • Experience or comfort with working in a refrigerated environment (36 degrees)
  • Strong verbal communications skills
  • Willingness to work overtime and/or possible weekends if the business needs you to
  • Ability to thrive in a repetitive and fast-paced environment
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs repetitively with or without reasonable accommodation
  • Ability to stand, squat, kneel, and bend repetitively with or without reasonable accommodation
Responsibilities
  • Works closely with the receiving and quality control teams to unload and verify inbound inventory of commodities.
  • Enforces FIFO (First-In-First-Out) practices in the warehouse to ensure product quality and freshness for our customers.
  • Partners with other departments to complete cycle counts and inventory audits on a regular basis.
  • Research and document inventory discrepancies, escalating to Inventory Supervisor when necessary.
  • Supports the on-time delivery of customer orders by maintaining optimal product inventory levels in all areas of the facility.
  • Follows all applicable regulations to maintain a safe and healthy workplace while operating PIT equipment and storing food.

Misfits Market provides an online grocery delivery service that specializes in organic produce, high-quality meats, seafood, dairy products, and other sustainably sourced groceries. The company focuses on offering affordable food options to cost-conscious consumers by sourcing surplus and imperfect foods that are still fresh and nutritious. This approach allows Misfits Market to sell products at prices up to 30% lower than those found in traditional grocery stores. Customers can easily place orders through their e-commerce platform for home delivery. Misfits Market stands out from competitors by emphasizing sustainability and reducing food waste, which appeals to environmentally conscious shoppers. The company's goal is to make high-quality food accessible while promoting sustainable practices.

Company Stage

Series C

Total Funding

$301.5M

Headquarters

Delanco Township, New Jersey

Founded

2018

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

2%

1 year growth

9%

2 year growth

16%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The move to a new headquarters in Maryland could provide better logistical advantages and access to a larger talent pool.
  • The introduction of Misfits Perks loyalty program and private-label products can drive customer retention and increase market share.
  • Partnerships with organizations like the Upcycled Food Association highlight Misfits Market's commitment to sustainability, potentially attracting eco-conscious consumers.

What critics are saying

  • The closure of multiple distribution centers and significant layoffs could disrupt operations and affect customer satisfaction.
  • Consolidation of distribution operations may lead to logistical challenges and delays in delivery times.

What makes Misfits Market unique

  • Misfits Market focuses on reducing food waste by offering 'ugly' or surplus produce at discounted prices, a unique value proposition in the grocery delivery market.
  • Their partnership with Imperfect Foods enhances their delivery system, providing a more reliable and dedicated service compared to competitors.
  • The launch of a private-label line, Odds & Ends, allows Misfits Market to offer pantry staples at lower prices, differentiating them from other grocery delivery services.

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