Distr Center Inv Coord

Johns Hopkins Medicine•Baltimore, MD

7d•$17 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Inventory Control Manager, this position is responsible for developing and maintaining inventory control processes, which include cycle counting, resolving customer inquiries, invoice discrepancies, inventory discrepancies, returns from customers, inventory consolidation, replenishing, and slotting. This position is also responsible for filing claims with vendors on any damages in shipment or overages/shortages on deliveries. Cross-train with all members of the Inventory Control team to ensure that when there are absences, the team can function at normal service levels. This will also enable growth within the department. Communicate all issues with multiple teams within the organization. This position is accountable for maintaining departmental files, including receiving and inventory control documentation. Shift: Day Shift, Full Time (40 hours). Weekend work not required, 7:00 am – 3:30 pm.

Requirements

Work requires knowledge of departmental policies and procedures, inventory stocking, and distribution
Must have a high working knowledge of computers/word processing
Good communication skills in dealing with other employees and vendors
Familiarity with computer systems and the ability to type
Sound problem-solving skills and strong attention to detail
Ability to take direction and follow institutional guidelines and procedures
Ability to be flexible to meet schedule needs and handle frequent, unpredictable changes
Ability to work as a committed team member by contributing in a positive, enthusiastic, engaged and collaborative manner
Must have good analytical and interpersonal skills
Accuracy in data entry and the verification process
Excellent creative thinking skills with emphasis on developing innovative solutions to complex problems that may not have one clear answer
Team player with strong initiative, independent thinker, driven to succeed, high energy, with a commitment to work and follow through
Ability to establish priorities and handle multiple assignments concurrently with minimal direction in a dynamic work environment
Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a G.E.D. Certification
Three years of prior professional work experience; related experience in a warehouse or manufacturing facility preferred
Must be able to operate data processing equipment, including PC’s, bar code scanners, image scanners, voice picking system, and hand-held order entry system
Operating motorized and manual material handling equipment, including forklifts, pallet jacks, and reach trucks
Must be able to lift and move material over 50 pounds
Must be willing to work rotating shifts and weekends
Must be able to stand, bend, lift, and/or reach for an extended period
Must be able to work under stressful conditions, requiring accuracy and consistency

Nice To Haves

Product and/or industry knowledge would be a plus.

Responsibilities

Developing and maintaining inventory control processes, which include cycle counting
Resolving customer inquiries, invoice discrepancies, inventory discrepancies, returns from customers, inventory consolidation, replenishing, and slotting
Filing claims with vendors on any damages in shipment or overages/shortages on deliveries
Cross-train with all members of the Inventory Control team
Communicate all issues with multiple teams within the organization
Maintaining departmental files, including receiving and inventory control documentation