DC Inventory Clerk

Ashley Furniture Industries•Mesquite, TX

About The Position

The DC Inventory Clerk supports inventory accuracy and warehouse operations through inventory control, receiving and put-away, order fulfillment support, data entry and reporting, and compliance with safety and company policies. The role investigates inventory discrepancies, maintains records in warehouse or enterprise systems, and works with warehouse and office teams to resolve inventory-related issues. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 5:00 AM to 1:30 PM.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Basic math and analytical skills for inventory reconciliation.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other basic computer applications.
Ability to read and interpret SKU labels, packing lists, and inventory reports.
Good communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with warehouse and office teams.
Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
Ability to stand, walk, and move around the warehouse for extended periods.
Ability to lift, pull, or push materials and products up to 50 lbs. as needed.
Ability to work in varying warehouse conditions, including temperature and noise variations, standing, and bending.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in inventory control, warehousing, or distribution.
Experience with WMS/ERP systems and handheld scanners.

Responsibilities

Perform daily cycle counts and scheduled full inventory counts.
Investigate and reconcile discrepancies between physical inventory and system records.
Update inventory quantities, locations, and adjustments in the WMS or ERP.
Monitor slow-moving, damaged, and obsolete inventory and report findings to leadership.
Verify incoming shipments against purchase orders for quantity, SKU, and condition.
Ensure received products are accurately labeled and documented.
Coordinate put-away of inventory in designated warehouse locations.
Confirm inventory availability for wholesale orders and transfers.
Support picking and packing teams by resolving shortages, mis-picks, and location errors.
Assist with audits of completed orders to verify items and quantities.
Maintain accurate and timely inventory data in applicable systems.
Generate requested inventory reports, including variance reports, cycle count summaries, and stock status reports.
Escalate recurring inventory problems, process gaps, and system issues to the Inventory Supervisor.
Follow warehouse safety procedures and company policies concerning inventory handling, documentation, and loss prevention.
Help maintain organized, clean, and clearly labeled storage areas.