Inventory Control Specialist
Why Join Us
Behind every successful workshop is a warehouse that runs like clockwork—and that's where you come in. As an Inventory Control Specialist, you'll play a key role in keeping our operations moving by ensuring the right parts are in the right place at the right time. You'll work with experienced warehouse and workshop teams, use industry-leading systems and equipment, and help drive continuous improvements that make a real difference to the business. At HE Parts International, we invest in our people through ongoing training, a strong safety culture, and opportunities to develop your career. If you're organised, enjoy solving problems, and take pride in accuracy and attention to detail, you'll be joining a team that values your contribution every day.
Responsibilities
- Conduct all activities in a safe manner, utilizing PPE and adhering to company policy; alert others regarding potential safety concerns.
- Verify inventory computations by comparing them to physical counts of stock and investigate discrepancies or adjust errors.
- Assist with development and achievement of Warehouse KPI targets.
- Coordinate with Accounting to document cycle counts and correct any inventory discrepancies in appropriate systems.
- Investigate lost or missing inventory.
- Work with external auditors on inventory audits.
- Serve as subject matter expert and work with IT to obtain necessary reporting and system functionality for inventory purposes.
- Ensure completed work order inventory accuracy and closing work orders.
- Determine proper storage methods, identification, and stock location based on turnover, environmental factors, and physical capabilities of facilities.
- Maintain default inventory locations in appropriate system.
- Monitor the recording of incoming and outgoing shipments through random audits.
- Assist with identifying process improvements.
- Store items in an orderly and accessible manner in stockroom, supply rooms, or other areas.
- Assist in 7S, continuous improvement, and Lean activities proactively and as assigned.
- Operate powered industrial trucks to load and unload materials and deliveries and move them to and from storage areas.
- Mark stock items using identification tags, stamps, electric marking tools, or other labeling equipment.
- Keep records on the use and/or damage of stock or stock handling equipment.
- Demonstrate knowledge in the proper use of bridge/jib crane operation, lifting rigging, and proper securing of all objects.
- Perform additional duties assigned by management and strive for continual improvement in all areas of responsibility.
Requirements
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
- 3 years’ warehouse inventory experience.
- Ability to follow company instructions and procedures.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with fellow employees and management.
- Proficiency in basic arithmetic (counting, addition, subtraction, multiplication) and comprehension of written instructions.
- Ability to write job documentation and reporting requirements.
- Ability to operate company software used in operations.
- Certified in forklift operation.