Inventory Control Specialist

Duties And Responsibilities

• Completes daily physical cycle counts to ensure accurate records are kept and availability of product.
• Maintain inventory tracking systems producing reports on inventory KPI’s to warehouse and Senior Management using existing WMS and reporting tools.
• Conduct daily analyses of inventory locations to forecast documenting potential inventory shortages or space requirements.
• Work with the WMS team, warehouse management and client as necessary to set up new items in the WMS Inventory.
• Affords assistance and makes recommendations in the plant layout discussions as necessary.
• Implement and/or maintain inventory control procedures and industry best practice.
• Accounts for all defective or damaged product and follow appropriate corrective actions.
• Conduct all annual physical Inventories as necessary.
• Works closely with Operations Manager to create and maintain all SOP’s and DOP’s.

Job Specifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, Preferred
• 2 to 4 years of experience in an Inventory Control, Quality, or related role, preferred
• Basic Math and Reading skills
• Computer literacy and Microsoft Excel experience, Required
• Prefer prior experience operating a forklift
• Demonstrated problem solving abilities and experience using Root Cause Analysis
• Previous experience in an Automotive Distribution environment, preferred
• Previous experience with Continuous Improvement Plans and Lean Manufacturing techniques, preferred
• Familiarity with SOX Compliance Requirements, preferred
• Familiarity with SDS/Hazmat Safety and OSHA Safety Regulations, preferred
• Able to follow specific instructions thoroughly and accurately, and provide instructions to other associates as needed
• Able to understand, follow, and enforce company policies and procedures
• Able to reach, bend, climb and lift up to 50lbs safely as needed
• Good hand/eye coordination and motor skills
• Able to work overtime, weekends and holidays as needed due to customer demand