Facilities Inventory & Risk Assessment Specialist

Aureon•West Des Moines, IA

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

This role is responsible for coordinating with departments to provide exceptional customer service, maintaining inventory storage, performing cycle counts, and ensuring inventory accuracy. The specialist will conduct remote inventory counts, investigate discrepancies, and manage inventory levels to meet demand. They will also assess inventory output, perform process and system testing, and travel to field locations for audits and reconciliations. A key part of the role involves conducting facility risk assessments, documenting conditions, and entering findings into company systems. The specialist will also maintain various logs and records, recommend process improvements, and ensure compliance with company policies and safety standards.

Requirements

Proven work experience as an Inventory Specialist or similar role.
Minimum of 3 years of inventory, warehouse, or supply chain experience.
Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
Working knowledge of word processing, databases, and spreadsheet software.
Ability to travel throughout Iowa and surrounding service areas as business needs require.
Ability to work weekends on occasion.
Valid driver's license with an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Ability to communicate effectively with customers, vendors, management, and coworkers.
Strong written communication skills for documenting assessment findings and inventory reports.
Proficient keyboarding and data entry skills.
Ability to analyze inventory discrepancies and determine root causes.
Extremely organized and able to work with minimal supervision.
Ability to develop professional relationships with vendors and field personnel.
Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
Ability to accurately document facility conditions through written reports and digital photography.
Ability to prioritize multiple projects and travel assignments simultaneously.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
Must be able to proficiently operate Windows PC with Microsoft Office and Outlook.
Ability to use barcode scanners, mobile inventory devices, and handheld data collection equipment.
Ability to use smartphones, tablets, and digital cameras for facility inspection and documentation activities.
Must maintain a valid driver's license and remain insurable under the company's motor vehicle policy.
Ability to work safely in warehouses, field, and customer-site environments.

Nice To Haves

CPIM Certification.
Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
Experience conducting inventory audits, facility inspections, or operational assessments.
Experience utilizing inventory management, ERP, or MRP systems.

Responsibilities

Coordinate with appropriate departments to provide exceptional customer service.
Maintain inventory storage space in warehouses and remote facilities.
Perform cycle counts and ensure all inventory is accounted for and reported according to company policy.
Conduct scheduled and unscheduled remote inventory cycle counts at company and customer locations across the state.
Investigate inventory discrepancies and implement corrective actions to improve inventory accuracy.
Maintain adequate inventory levels to meet customer demand.
Assess inventory output on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis to identify trends in productivity.
Perform process and system testing and track performance by area to identify and resolve issues involving data integrity, productivity, and efficiency.
Travel to field locations to perform inventory audits, material verifications, and asset reconciliations.
Conduct facility risk assessment surveys and site inspections.
Document site conditions, safety concerns, inventory storage practices, and facility issues through written reports and photographic documentation.
Enter facility assessment findings, inventory variances, and risk observations into company systems and databases.
Maintain facility visual records, inventory documentation, and asset tracking records.
Complete and maintain equipment and facility maintenance logs as assigned.
Recommend improvements to inventory control processes, storage practices, and facility organization.
Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and inventory management procedures.