Inventory Specialist

Description

JOB SUMMARY:

The Inventory Control Specialist will maintain the organization’s inventory, ordering and supplying necessary items while maintaining accurate records of all procurements.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None.
  
  

Duties/Responsibilities

• Maintains consistent stock of inventory, providing analysis to Purchasing Department to order new stock up to pre-authorized limit as inventory dwindles.
• 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 to required stakeholders.
• Develops and maintains good working relationships with internal stakeholders to ensure their needs are continuously met.
• Maintains accurate daily records of goods received and shipments made for later balancing of on-hand inventory.
• 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, as well as coordinating schedules of routine cycle counts.
• Assists with periodic (at least annual) physical inventory audits.
• Operates forklift truck when necessary.
• Performs other related duties as requested.
  
  

Requirements

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Excellent communication skills with warehouse workers, purchasing department, and production department.
• Basic understanding of inventory control procedures.
• Proficient keyboarding skills.
• Extremely organized and able to work with minimum supervision.
• Ability to perform basic math calculations.
  
  

Education And Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with computerized inventory systems required.
• Forklift operator certification preferred.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds at times.
• Must be able to navigate warehouse and reach items both high and low.