Inventory Associate

Abl Wholesale Distributors•Columbiana, OH

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Inventory Associate is responsible for managing inventory, processing returns, and assisting with product distribution. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a warehouse environment. The associate will handle tasks such as inventory counts, product returns, damage processing, and preparing shipments. Communication with the sales team and other departments is a key aspect of this position.

Requirements

High School graduate
Very well organized
Able to communicate verbally and written (email) to all levels of the company
Capable of multi-tasking several projects/tasks at a time
Primary focus is to be as efficient as possible while striving to keep up with all inventory/return issues within the warehouse
General math skills
Capabilities in Microsoft excel and email

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of CDR/AS400 system a plus

Responsibilities

Monthly cigarette & stamp inventory
Pulling outdated or recalled product from inventory for adjustment & destruction
Executing return to stock product able to be resold (repackaging if needed)
Processing on site damages from all pick areas
Processing returns from customers; to be returned to stock or sent back to manufacturer
Preparing boxes for UPS/Freight shipment back to manufacturer
Organizing & upkeep of the returns area to ensure efficient processing of all products
Planning & executing monthly manufacturer returns
Assisting manufacturer reps on site with processing product for return
Email or phone communication with Sales Director or Sales Staff regarding customer returns
Daily emails from Sales Team regarding damages/pick up requests
Distribution of products to Sales Team to return to customers (Sales Meetings)
Other tasks & responsibilities as required