What are the responsibilities and job description for the Inventory associate position at EMPIRE OFFICE INC?
Job Details
Description
About Empire Office
Empire Office is the largest commercial furniture dealer in the world, with over 78 years of experience and more than 425 full-time employees across the country. As the preeminent Steelcase dealer in the United States, we support a network of over 500 manufacturers. We partner with top-tier architects, designers, brokers, craftsmen, and manufacturers to deliver innovative workspace solutions that address business challenges and activate brands with creative, cost-effective results.
Title: Inventory Associate
Reports to: VP of Warehousing
Department: Warehouse
Location: Secaucus, NJ – 1000 New County Rd., Secaucus, NJ, 07094
Status: Hourly/Full-time
Overview
Empire Office is currently seeking an Inventory Associate in our Secaucus, NJ warehouse to join our team. This role is a hybrid of asset management and warehouse inventory control, with additional responsibilities supporting pre-sold warehousing functions. The Inventory Associate will be responsible for recording, maintaining, and updating the inventory of client-owned furniture, creating customized inventory management standards, and generating reports to convey this information. Additionally, this role will help manage pre-sold warehousing functions such as closing out delivery tickets and performing inventory cycle counts. Traveling to jobsites may be required at times.
Requirements
- Ability to work independently.
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work within a deadline.
- Strong communication skills and willingness to work as a team.
- Physical ability to lift 50 lbs.
- Ability to read and write in English.
- Ability to operate an iPad and phone to communicate with the team.
- Ability to operate warehouse machinery.
- OSHA certification and forklift certification are preferred.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop inventory standards and import data into SnapTracker.
- Create and distribute inventory reports as needed for customers.
- Generate and process work orders for items pulled from client inventory for delivery.
- Audit client-owned inventory for accuracy.
- Maintain the organization and cleanliness of the asset management area in the Secaucus warehouse.
- Assist with pre-sold warehousing tasks, including closing out delivery tickets and performing inventory cycle counts.
- Assist with physical itemized cataloging of account inventory using SnapTracker software.
- Maintain detailed cataloging of conditions and items and perform record-keeping tasks.
- Clean and organize inventory areas, adding necessary protection to inventory items as needed.
Qualifications
Skills & Qualifications
- High School diploma or GED required.
- Preferred skills: SnapTracker, Crystal Report Writer, Cap Studio Worksheet, Hedberg, MS Office, and Outlook.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to multitask effectively.
- Minimum of 4 years’ experience in the commercial furniture industry.
- Knowledgeable about various furniture products and applications.
- Valid driver’s license and insurability preferred.
- Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
- Demonstrates efficiency and accountability.
Physical Demands
- Requires standing, walking, and sitting for extended periods.
- Requires climbing and balancing.
- Requires the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Requires pushing and pulling.
- Requires color vision.
- Requires regular and reliable attendance.
- Requires English language and grammar skills.
- Requires reading and interpreting instructions.
- Involves repetitive motions.
