Inventory Coordinator - Ace Hardware

Job Title: Inventory Coordinator - Ace Hardware

Company: Ace Hardware | Jones Petroleum

Direct Link to apply: jonespetroleum.com/careers

Pay: Based on experience and highly competitive for the Market served

Benefits for QUALIFIED Applicants:

A competitive starting wage

Most rewarding 401(k) retirement plan in the Industry!

Paid weekly

We are a privately owned COMMUNITY ORIENTED company.

Our Team Members put CUSTOMER SERVICE as their 1st PRIORITY!

Our Team Members are team players and work well with their team including being engaged and displaying pleasant and enthusiastic attitude.

All Team Members are treated fairly with dignity and respect.

Team members are required to follow the site specific / brand specific procedures for offering consistent and quality customer experiences.

This location, operated by Convenience Stores Inc- a subsidiary of Jones Petroleum, is looking for a highly skilled, self-motivated individuals looking to assist in our growing Retail Operation.

Position Summary

Upholds the Core Values as determined by the management team. Primary responsibility for all positions with Jones Petroleum / Convenience Stores Inc. (dba ACE Hardware) is to Amaze Every Customer Every Time.

The Inventory Coordinator’s role also requires they foster a commitment to generate an in stock position to satisfy every customer by having the right product, in the right quantity, at the right time.

The Inventory Coordinator position is responsible for the overall inventory integrity and maintenance of a store’s inventory following Ace’s inventory best practices and metrics - some of which are outlined as follows:

• Inventory Record Accuracy-IRA (Change in Quantity on Hand, Credit PO’s, Direct Ship, etc.)
• In Stock Opportunity (Maximum Stock Level, Minimum Order Point, Store Use, etc.)
• Assortment (Product Mix)
• Unproductive Inventory (Overstock, Obsolete, Discontinued, Markdowns, etc.)
• Shrink (Loss, Damage, etc.)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure data accuracy within the system to maintain adequate inventory levels
• Print and process the Negative Reports and make corrections as necessary
• Process Count-Correction-Sheets and make corrections in inventory system
• Monitor Outs to ensure store maintains a rate in accordance with company standards.
• “Shoot the Outs,” research variances, and make corrections as needed
• Process defectives and temporary outs
• Process Mango Count Sheets and exception reports.
• Monitor shrinkage, recommend ways to reduce theft and breakage, and make corrections in inventory system.
• Identify obsolete inventory, determine how to best remove it, and assist store management with the liquidation process.
• Train store staff on inventory management best practices
• Maintain accuracy of all location codes.
• Collaborate with Receivers and Cashiers to help identify errors and correct them as necessary
• Print bin tags (labels) as requested
• Other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• High school diploma or equivalent and 1-2 years prior receiving experience; or an acceptable combination of education and experience.
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task.
• Ability to work independently yet have excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with other team members and leadership
• Knowledgeably communicate with service vendors.
• Ability to understand proper retail receiving.
• Ability to perform simple math operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division).
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Bilingual (Spanish) verbal and written communication skills strongly preferred
• Ability to operate a forklift
• Possession of a valid State License with a clean driving record in accordance with company’s insurance carrier’s standards

Note: This company participates in the E-verify program. This positions is subject to a 90 day introductory period. This introductory period is designed, primarily, to give both the Company and the employee an opportunity to determine whether the employee will be able to adequately perform in the assigned job position. At the end of the introductory period, your performance will be reviewed and a decision made regarding your continued employment or any extended introductory period. All employees are hired as temporary employees until their introductory period has elapsed. Temporary employees are not eligible for any benefits during the introductory period.

Availability:

• All positions require open availability and no special accommodations can be made or guaranteed.
• Crew Schedules are determined by business needs therefore all schedules must be flexible. This position is variable, which means changing schedules are a requirement of this job.

Physical Requirements:

• Physical requirements include standing up to 8 hours during a shift and able to lift up to 60 pounds.
• Requires you to use motion that entails pushing, pulling, stretching and continuous bilateral use of fingers and wrists.