Inventory Specialist

Butler Bros. is a family owned and operated Industrial Distributor based in Lewiston, ME with branches in New London, NH, East Syracuse, NY and Greensboro, NC. Butler Bros. is a “full line” distributor of cutting tools, abrasives, safety, MROP, and packaging products. Since 1952, Butler Bros. has delivered exceptional value to their customers by providing innovative solutions and extraordinary service at a competitive price. We strive to be the market leader by setting the highest standards possible in customer service, integrity, flexibility, reliability, and teamwork.

We have an immediate opening for an Inventory Specialist in the Newport, NH area to assist with maintaining correct inventory, direct customer service, stocking MRO products and running product between multiple locations at our customer facility.

Our ideal candidate will be friendly and outgoing, well organized, with the ability to function in an ever-changing and fast-paced environment. Attention to detail, solid math skills and the ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. are also required.

The hourly requirement will be 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday. *Hours May Be Negotiable*

A proven track record of solid attendance and punctuality will be essential as well as DAILY reliable transportation that may be used during work hours to move about the facility.

Must be able to pass a background check that is a requirement for the customer.

JOB SUMMARY: Reporting to the Division Manager at each location, this position will assist the tool crib staff with a variety of manual and administrative tasks.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

o Organizing and ownership of the inventory, with the direction of manager

o Inventory cycle counts and reconciliation

o Analyzing stock reports showing usages/trends and effectively communicating to the team

o Creating orders and tickets for point of use vending machines and VMI

o Pulling items for ticket to restock point of use vending machines

o Receiving and small parcel shipping

o Aid in facilitating test tools, sample and inventory returns between the manufacturer, customer and Butler Bros. Team.

o Assisting the customer with any needs / making the customer a priority

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

o Administrative tasks such as copying, scanning, data entry and answering of phones

o Order expedites, Tracking of orders

o Cross Training on restocking point of use vending machines, and VMI areas

o Stock checks for inventory control

o Cleaning of work space (sweeping, organizing, keeping surfaces clean)

EDUCATION:

· High school Diploma or equivalent

EXPERIENCE:

· Previous experience in one of the following areas: *customer service, warehouse, purchasing

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

· Attention to detail

· Patient, friendly demeanor with customer and co-workers

· Flexibility in dealing with a demanding customer and their expectations

· Problem solving skills

· Highly motivated/show initiative

· Ability to excel in high pressure and fast paced environments

· Knowledge and proficiency of MS programs including email (OUTLOOK) and EXCEL

· Excellent organizational and time management skills

· Strong verbal and written communication skills

EXPECTATIONS:

· Punctuality is critical

· Consistently high work ethic regardless of task

· Flexibility to move from one task to another quickly

· Ability to communicate effectively with on-site customer and co-workers

· Able to work in a team focused environment

· Follow-through is very important and must be treated with a sense of urgency

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

· Occasional sitting, phone, and computer use

· Heavy lifting could be required (up to/around 50 lbs. or more)

· Reliable transportation for daily commute between facilities is needed. Please note that mileage is reimbursed monthly when you submit the expense report.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

· Warehouse and machine shop environment

· In and out of buildings in all kinds of weather

Job Type: Full-time

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person