Inventory Control Coordinator

About Us:

For more than 40 years, PCMag has been a leading authority on technology, delivering lab-based, independent reviews of the latest products and services. Our expert analysis and practical solutions help our audience make better buying decisions and get more from technology. Our team is dedicated to excellence, independence, and trust, which ensure that we always deliver high-quality journalism. We develop our stories through testing, research, and interviews, along with product and industry experience.

PCMag is looking for an Inventory Control Coordinator to join our dynamic, passionate team. 
Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly organized, thorough Inventory Control Coordinator to supervise the prompt logging, outbound shipping, and offsite routing of all the products that our team reviews, including laptops, desktop PCs, TVs, phones, displays, PC components, and much more. This is a unique job opportunity for a self-starter interested in seeing how a major tech-review organization works (and potentially, break into the field). We're obsessed with technology; you should be too.

The ideal candidate will have keen attention to detail, possess strong problem-solving skills, and have a willingness to pitch in, on an as-needed basis, on product testing in PCMag's onsite lab. This role is crucial in keeping the review operations of PCMag.com running smoothly; after all, we review more than 1,500 products a year! The Inventory Control Coordinator will also be instrumental in helping us choose and implement a new inventory tracking system to be deployed in 2024 for PCMag.

This is a five-days-a-week onsite role in our New York City offices.

Responsibilities:

• Be the on-site NYC point of contact for inbound deliveries, day in and day out. Coordinate with office management and building personnel to manage everyday and unusual deliveries (for example, inbound/outbound freight).
• Log in and maintain accurate records of all technology products received in our NYC lab, and by offsite reviewers. Assign identifiers to each product and log all shipment activity.
• Maintain PCMag's tracking system for all technology products, from receipt to return/disposal.
• Help PCMag choose and implement a new inventory management system in 2024.
• Coordinate returns and tracking/pickups for reviewed products.
• Develop and manage relationships with tech vendors and shipping companies to expedite shipping issues.
• Conduct regular audits of physical inventory. Implement and enforce security measures to prevent theft or unauthorized access to PCMag inventory. Investigate discrepancies or losses and report/take corrective action.
• Provide inventory and shipping assistance to sibling sites Mashable and Lifehacker, and Ziff Davis IT department, on an as-needed basis.
• Support PCMag reviewers situated around the US in terms of shipping, logistics, and product access.
• Provide assistance to the staff photographer in staging and setting up for studio shoots in the NYC office.
• Learn the rudiments of technology benchmark testing, with the aim of being able to provide ad-hoc testing assistance in PCMag Labs.

Qualifications

• This position is based in our testing lab in New York City. You must be willing to work onsite.
• Experience in inventory management or with inventory management systems is a plus.
• Comfort with using technology products, including laptops and TVs, is a must.
• Ability to move and manipulate packages up to 100 pounds, including large desktop computers and televisions.
• Solid problem-solving skills and a positive, can-do attitude.
• Attention to detail and ability to work independently, while keeping multiple collaborators  informed and balancing competing priorities.
• Comfort with key office software such as Gmail, Slack/messaging apps, Microsoft Office suite (Word/Excel), database software, and shipping programs.

All applications require a cover letter explaining why you're the perfect fit for this role.

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Our Culture and Values:

Every day, our brands reach millions of individuals across the internet. Through our content, tools, and perspectives, we ignite curiosity, nurture knowledge, and guide purchase decisions that empower the tech-driven lives of today. Our success in this endeavor is a direct reflection of our team members who embody qualities of curiosity, knowledge, and an unwavering passion for technology, products, culture, and the world at large.

Collectively, we firmly believe that our diverse identities and experiences are our greatest assets. We wholeheartedly embrace our individuality and actively champion the multitude of perspectives present within our global teams. We labor with a clear sense of purpose to ensure consistent and predictable outcomes. We are proactive in adapting to the ever-evolving tech landscape, staying attuned to trends and insights that secure our relevance in both the present and future.

Our results are born from the accountability we uphold for ourselves and our teams. Integrity is the bedrock of everything we do, extending to our content, solutions, communications, data, and insights, serving all our stakeholders with the highest standards of honesty and transparency.

Our Benefits: 

• Competitive salaries
• Company-sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance (including domestic partner coverage) + pet insurance
• Flexible Vacation / Paid Time Off
• Charitable Giving Programs that include Paid Time Off to volunteer and donation matches
• Family Planning Programs like MAVEN Fertility Concierge
• Paid Parental Leave (up to 16 weeks)
• 401K savings plan with employer match 
• Employee stock purchase program (ESPP)
• Wellness Programs: Gym reimbursement, Lose It! and Calm subscriptions
• Hybrid, Remote and Flexible work arrangements
• Diverse and inclusive employee resource groups where you can collaborate with teams across the company while making an impact in the areas that most excite you!

Ziff Davis is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Note: Disclosure as required by NYCHRL, the base salary range for this role when being performed in the City of New York is $60,000-$65,000. Compensation for this business unit specific role is based on a variety of factors including experience, scope of the role, capabilities to perform the role, as well as business & company performance.