Experienced Inventory Control Specialist

The Inventory Control Specialist reports to the Manager and their main duties involve maintaining inventory, ordering and supplying necessary items and maintaining accurate procurement records.

Starting Salary: $40,000/annually based on experience

Inventory Control Specialist ROLES/TASKS OF THE POSITION

• Maintains consistent stock of inventory
• Establishes and maintains backup source for high-demand items.
• Assesses inventory reports and order patterns to identify items in need of automatic, recurring delivery.
• Provides inventory reports as needed.
• Develops and maintains good working relationships with vendors.
• Maintains accurate daily records of goods received and shipments made.
• Manages and maintains inventory system; facilitates upgrades to related database and/or software under the direction of the purchasing or Inventory Control manager.
• Conducts frequent spot and partial audits of physical inventory.
• Assists with periodic physical inventory audits.
• Operates forklift truck when necessary.
• Travel to other offices as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Inventory Control Specialist REQUIRED Abilities

• Basic understanding of Inventory Control procedures
• Time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain working relationship with vendors
• Excellent communication
• Proficient with related software.
• Ability to travel roughly 50% for the first year, then quarterly from thereout

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 2-3 yrs Inventory Control experience required
• Digital inventory system experience REQUIRED
• Forklift experience PREFERRED

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities or medical restrictions to perform the essential functions.

· Working in hot, humid environments.

· Lifting of up to 50 pounds, bending, climbing (stairs and structures), and stooping.

· Keyboarding/typing.

· Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Inventory Control: 2 years (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 50% (Required)

Work Location: On the road