ePlus Field Inventory Specialist - (Murfreesboro, TN)

Ellsworth Adhesives•Remote - Tennessee, TN

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Ellsworth Corporation, a global, industry-leading distributor of specialty chemicals and equipment and adhesive manufacturer, is seeking a Part-time ePlus Field Inventory Specialist in Murfreesboro, TN. This is a part-time position requiring approximately 12-15 hours per week. Ellsworth Corporation is a family-run company with over 50 years of continuous growth, specializing in adhesives for cell phone, medical device, space/aerospace, and electric vehicle industries. The role involves monitoring and maintaining inventory levels at assigned customer locations using Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) software, performing periodic reviews of product lot and shelf-life information, and ensuring proper inventory rotation using First In, First Out (FIFO) and scrap mitigation.

Requirements

2+ years of related industrial experience and/or training
High school diploma or equivalency (GED, HSED)
Must work well independently and manage own time effectively
Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate at various levels internally and externally
Strong attention to detail, accuracy and thoroughness
Balances team and individual responsibilities
Good listener
Maintains confidentiality while balancing customer specific requirements
Adapts to changes in the work environment
Ability to accurately manage inventory transactions at multiple locations as needed
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
Must have reliable access to a personal vehicle for daily use throughout assigned territory
Must maintain current automobile insurance that meets Ellsworth policy requirements
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
May require extended periods of walking and standing.
May require working outdoors depending on customer inventory storage requirements
Up to daily travel within the assigned customers

Nice To Haves

Forklift certification may be required
Familiarity with use of VMI software
Familiar with VMI solutions and equipment including pull-tag and RFID

Responsibilities

Accurately perform inventory transactions for lot controlled and non-lot-controlled inventory following FIFO methods while understanding the difference between Manufacturer and internal lot numbers.
Validate inbound shipment against pack slip and open receipt. Complete processing of receipt VMI and perform put away in designated customer inventory storage locations.
Review shelf-life reports and communicate potential issues with team members and/or customers. Scrap material out when appropriate and follow customer specified disposal procedures.
Perform and reconcile cycle counts to compare VMI inventory to actual inventory on hand.
Proactively seek out and interact with key customer contacts to understand demand fluctuations and potential impact on inventory levels. Identify and troubleshoot onsite issues and work collaboratively to resolve, escalating when necessary.
Maintain Account Attribute master document for each customer location. Edit document based on changes in the account / location relationship. When required, understand differences between consigned and non-consigned inventory at a customer(s) location.