What are the responsibilities and job description for the Inventory Specialist position at Western Partitions, Inc.?
Job Description
Job Description
Inventory Specialist
Western Partitions, Inc. (WPI) is one of the largest and most reputable interior and exterior contracting firms in the US. WPI provides superior contracting services for drywall, prefabrication, metal studs, acoustical systems, wall panels, fireproofing, firestopping, stucco, claddings, painting, windows, doors / frames / hardware, and more.
Headquartered in Wilsonville, Oregon, WPI also has offices in Eugene, Seattle, Reno, Las Vegas, Albuquerque, Salt Lake City, Boise, Phoenix, and Spokane. WPI serves the West including Oregon, Washington, California, Idaho, Nevada, Utah, Arizona, Montana, Hawaii, Alaska, and other regions determined by our growing national customer base.
Since WPI's inception in 1972, we have provided award-winning construction without sacrificing integrity, safety, or efficiency. We are proud that a significant percentage of our business comes from repeat customers. Our service-oriented, fast-track approach, coupled with an attention to detail has resulted in a superior reputation within our industry. We work hard every day to earn our customers' trust and confidence.
Throughout our history, our dedication to our employees, quality of work, and customers has set us apart. The strongest characteristic of our organization is the prominent level of pride we take in every job we complete. Our employees are driven to do the job right the first time without compromise. Lastly, our customers choose WPI based on the emphasis we place on communication, trust, and respect.
Job Description
The Inventory Specialist is responsible for managing all incoming and outgoing inventories. Their main duties include ensuring inventory counts are accurate and up to date, logging all inventory movements in an organized spreadsheet or computer system, flagging shortages to Purchasing, partnering with Manufacturing to expedite delivery of materials, oversee an organized inventory location scheme, and ensuring that quantities of FGI, direct materials, and consumables are maintained at all times.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement effective inventory location and tracking system.
- Manages inventory tracking system to record deliveries, shipments and stock levels.
- Evaluates deliveries, shipments and product levels to improve inventory control procedures.
- Analyzes daily product and supply levels to anticipate inventory problems and shortages.
- Partners with Logistics Specialist to manage deliveries and shipments to optimize operations.
- Communicates with Manufacturing and Supply Chain Operations teams to meet business goals.
- Develops business relationships with consumables suppliers and implements VMI when feasible.
- Proposes strategies to reduce costs and improve procedures.
- Monitors demand and analyzes space planning to anticipate future storage and logistical needs.
- Maintains timely and accurate inventory data.
- Develops Inventory department metrics and reports on inventory levels and procedural efficiency to upper management.
- Receiving and delivering of special orders to the appropriate departments.
- Ensure that all part numbers match and the quantity noted on packing slips and that any special storage instructions are followed.
- Adheres to all applicable safety procedures and OSHA regulations for material handling.
- Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
Location / Hours
On site in Salt Lake City, UT. Day shift, 40 hours per week.
Basic Requirements
Preferred Requirements
Skills
Professional verbal and written communication
Organizational and logistics skills
Strong attention to detail
Problem solving
Data analysis
Interpersonal ability
Team oriented
Proactive critical thinking
Revised 02-20-2025
