Inventory Clerk

POSITION TITLE: Inventory Clerk

PURPOSE: The purpose of this position is to maintain accurate records of inventory within the company’s warehouse. This role involves handling all paperwork and procedures necessary to ensure that inventory levels are consistently accurate, and discrepancies are promptly addressed.

DEPARTMENT: Warehouse I

REPORTS TO: Warehouse Manager

PAYRATE: $18.00-$20.00 an hour

SCHEDULE: Full-Time,

HOURS: Monday-Friday Start 7:00am-8:00am Saturday Start 7:00am-8:00am

DRESS CODE: Sweater, Lightweight Thermal or Jacket, Gloves, Steel toe boots.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee and update inventory records. Follow efficiently and accurately inventory management procedures.
• Reconcile inventories to book records and make adjustments when necessary.
• Assist with a recoup program to ensure all damaged/defective product(s) is accounted for and properly handled by dumping, salvaging, or returning to stock.
• Maintain records to accurately track-recouped product and return saleable product to stock.
• Oversee the inventory quality and accuracy assurance programs, including weekly and monthly reports.
• Conduct as necessary, any search to locate products within the system. Adjust records when there are discrepancies between actual product and records.
• Assist with a program to audit returns and move returned product to their proper location.
• Perform weekly cycle counts and make system adjustments as necessary.
• Assist in maintaining tight security over the inventory.
• Maintain accurate inventory records to help facilitate shortage detection.
• Run all necessary reports and documentation to facilitate accurate inventory counts including records of all audits, counts, and adjustments.
• Communicate with other departments regarding timing of physical inventories. Work with Customer Service Representatives, Supervisors, and Warehouse Supervisors to establish cut-off dates.
• Receive incoming shipments.
• Other functions and tasks as assigned by management.

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Proficient in inventory management software, Excel, and basic computer skills.
• One (1) year of experience involved in performing work in a warehouse that requires the use of various warehouse practices
• Knowledge of inventory management procedures and general warehousing terminology and practices
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift more than 40 lbs.