Inventory Control Specialist - Military veterans preferred

JOB TITLE: INVENTORY CONTROL SPECIALIST

REPORTS TO: Inventory Manager

DEPARTMENT: Materials

BASIC FUNCTION:

The Inventory Control Specialist is responsible for tracking and maintaining correct inventory

management including counting and day-to-day inventory operations. The Inventory Control

Specialist maintains communication with all members of the Supply Chain and acts as a liaison to other departments.

GENERAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain and manage all warehouse inventory locations.
• Report on inventory activities and variances.
• Perform daily inventory cycle counts and reconciliation.
• Document inventory discrepancies, determines root causes and corrective actions.
• Communicate with Supply Chain Management about current stock and potential issues with orders.
• Help in the support of managing VMI inventory levels.
• Recommend slow moving inventory disposition.
• Assist in developing and initiating control policies and procedures and in planning activities that relate to inventory control in the organization.
• Control inventory by demonstrating complete ownership and accountability for all inventoried items.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of work area.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Business, Supply Chain, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in inventory, distribution, and operational procedures.
• Proven leadership skills.
• Demonstrated ability to multitask and work independently.
• In-depth understanding of distribution workplaces.
• Excellent analytical abilities and PC skills including Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word.
• InfoFlo Experience preferred but not required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time.
• Capable of lifting up to 40 pounds on occasion.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
  • Conduct all interactions with supervisors, co-workers, vendors, customers, and field sales representatives in a focused, positive, courteous and respectful manner.

• • Regular attendance is an essential element of the job. Unplanned absences have the potential to impair the operation of the department and diminish the effectiveness of the company.

• • Flexible with periodic change in hours when required.

• • Cross train in multiple job functions

• • Safely operate various material handling equipment (e.g. stand-up forklift, reach truck, sit down forklift, scissor lift, pallet jack, etc.)

• NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. It represents

  typical duties and criteria necessary to successfully fulfill the

  responsibilities of the position. Other duties may be required at the

  discretion of supervision or management.

  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. #Acco