Inventory Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Warehouse Inventory Specialist
Job summary:
The Inventory Control Specialist will maintain the company’s inventory by performing inventory checks, cycle counts, quality checks on outbound orders and perform random counts on inbound freight to ensure accuracy.
Primary duties:
Develop expert abilities using the company’s WMS
Count materials in stock and work with Customer Service Representative to update inventory records.
Compare inventory with previous records, compute figures from previous records such as inbounds and shipments.
Work with various warehouse teams on correctly entering storage data, training on system requirements, collaborate with IT on system improvements.
Verify computer data with physical count of stock and adjust errors. Investigate and report reasons for discrepancies.
Quality check orders for accuracy before they are labeled
Quality check labels placed on cartons for item number and correct placement on carton
Report cycle count performance to management
Maintain cleanliness in warehouse as needed
Performs other duties/projects as needed
Required skills/abilities:
Excellent communication skills with warehouse workers, customers, management
Previous experience with inventory control, cycle counts, inventory procedures
Ability to perform basic math calculations
Experience with MS outlook and excel programs
Strong clerical skills
Detail oriented
Ability to work with minimal supervision

Education and Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent required
Experience with computerized inventory system in a warehouse environment required
At least one year cycle counting experience required
Forklift and/or reach lift certification preferred

Physical Requirements:
Must be able to stand for long periods of time and navigate warehouse by lifting, standing, climbing, bending, pulling, pushing, to reach items both high and low
Frequent use of forklift and/or reach lift
Must be comfortable with heights
Must be able to lift 50 pounds unassisted at times

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