ePlus Field Inventory Specialist - (Norwich, NY)

Ellsworth Adhesives•New York, NY

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 Norwich, NY. This role involves approximately 10 hours per week. Ellsworth Corporation is a family-run company with over 50 years of continuous growth, specializing in adhesives for industries such as cell phone, medical device, space/aerospace, and electric vehicles. The specialist will monitor and maintain inventory levels at assigned customer locations using Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) software, ensuring proper inventory rotation through FIFO and scrap mitigation.

Requirements

2+ years of related industrial experience and/or training
High school diploma or equivalency (GED, HSED)
Ability to 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
Familiarity with use of VMI software
Familiar with VMI solutions and equipment including pull-tag and RFID
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

Responsibilities

Accurately perform inventory transactions for lot-controlled and non-lot-controlled inventory following FIFO methods, understanding the difference between Manufacturer and internal lot numbers.
Validate inbound shipments against pack slips and open receipts, process VMI receipts, and perform put-away in designated customer inventory storage locations.
Review shelf-life reports, communicate potential issues to team members and/or customers, scrap material when appropriate, and follow customer-specified disposal procedures.
Perform and reconcile cycle counts to compare VMI inventory with actual inventory on hand.
Proactively interact with key customer contacts to understand demand fluctuations and potential impact on inventory levels, identify and troubleshoot onsite issues, and collaborate on resolutions, escalating when necessary.
Maintain the Account Attribute master document for each customer location, editing it based on changes in the account/location relationship, and understanding differences between consigned and non-consigned inventory.