Warehouse Associate Inventory

About the role

The Warehouse Inventory Control follows team guidelines for management and control of product inventory. Performs a variety of functions to include cycle counts, inventory adjustment, replenishments and resolves overstock and damages issues.

Responsibilities

• Using computer system-generated reports, cycle counts products in the fulfillment center
• Using various computer system-generated reports, audits product locations to verify item, count and expiration dating accuracy
• Identifies and corrects inventory errors; Sets up new, and adjusts existing, storage locations
• Investigates inventory discrepancies, and makes appropriate adjustments to inventory in the computer system
• For customer invoice item where inventory is not available, investigates the error and edits the invoice to remove the item
• Alerts the Supervisor to product non-conformances (new packaging, wrong count, product damage, shortages, etc.)
• Details regarding these essential functions are provided in inventory work instructions
• Keeps the fulfillment center aisles clear and maintains integrity of storage locations
• Ensures regulatory compliance for the facility as it relates to DEA, OSHA, FDA, EPA, BoP, local/state compliance agencies
• Assesses replenished pick location for proper restock settings in the computer system
• Matches product transferred to pick location label for accuracy
• Cycle counts locations to verify on-hand quantities match reports
• Updates overstock location placards or labels to reflect quantity changes
• Communicates with vendors, PLSI Liaison, and procurement to resolve vendor discrepancy issues
• Communicates with vendor returns team to obtain return PO's to vendors
• Updates warehouse management system with status notes on PO issues
• Monitors status and timelines of discrepancies to ensure prompt resolution
• Determines disposition of damaged product to company approved charity
• Processes returned merchandise from customers or vendors from start to finish
• Works with Sales Rep's on customer returns to ensure processing is properly completed
• Works with Sales Managers and Vendor Returns Department to ensure reimbursements from vendor when needed
• Transacting all business in accordance to Patterson Companies business code of ethics and conduct
• Aligns with Patterson Companies Purpose, Vision and Values statement
• Uses assigned warehouse equipment/machinery to perform assigned job
• Meets/exceeds assigned performance metrics and KPIs
• Helps maintain an organized, clean and safe warehouse
• Handles all hazardous materials, pesticides, and prescription drugs according to the Company's processes/procedures and all applicable laws and regulations
• Performs all work in accordance with Company Safety guidelines and procedures, with safety and regulatory compliance
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

Requirements

• Position Self/Kneeling Frequently
• Position Self/Stooping Frequently
• Ascend/Descend (e.g. Stairs/ladder) Frequently
• Hand/Eye Coordination Frequently
• Move/Traverse Frequently
• Stationary Position (Standing) Frequently
• Stationary Position (Seated) Frequently
• This position requires no travel per week in a local area.

Skills

• Proficient and accurate PC/keyboarding skills.
• Familiar with MS Office Productivity Suite (Excel, Word) and email
• Ability to read, write and count
• Comprehensive problem-solving skills
• Ability to meet deadlines and productivity goals

Schedule