Associate, Distribution Center

Americares•Stamford, CT

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Associate, Distribution Center plays a critical role in ensuring essential medicines and medical supplies reach health programs, partners and communities around the world. The position supports the receiving, inventory management, storage and distribution of donated and purchased medical products. The Associate helps maintain inventory accuracy, ensures compliance with safety and quality standards, and contributes to the efficient fulfillment of domestic and international shipments. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys a fast-paced warehouse environment, values teamwork and attention to detail, and wants their daily work to directly support global health and disaster response efforts.

Requirements

Ability to lift 60-80 pounds
Experience organizing and tracking warehouse inventory
Experience with data entry in various software systems
Technology skills and the ability to learn new software systems
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Experience working collaboratively with a team to meet established goals
Strong communication and problem-solving skills
US work authorization is required for this role.

Nice To Haves

Fluency in languages that are spoken in at least one of our core locations (India, Philippines, Tanzania, El Salvador, Puerto Rico, Colombia, etc.), in addition to English; strong preference for Spanish proficiency
OSHA Forklift certification and previous experience operating a forklift
Prior experience in receiving
Experience operating barcode scanners
Experience in pharmaceutical or medical inventory control, with familiarity of inventory lot numbers and expiration dates

Responsibilities

Enter data into inventory management database efficiently and accurately.
Load/Unload donations, purchases and shipments using various warehouse machinery and equipment.
Use HELM Inventory Management System with proficiency.
Acquire and maintain licenses for Sit-Down Forklifts, Narrow-Aisle Reach Trucks and Man-up Order Pickers.
Ensure data integrity/uniformity throughout all entry and outbound processes.
Interface with other departments via Teams, Zoom, and email on Inbound/Outbound paperwork, issues, and errors.
Actively model and contribute to Americares values, work culture and mission.
Engage in and contribute to team spaces with openness, global competencies, and a growth mindset.
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.