Inventory Control RFC

Ashley Furniture Industries•Lathrop, CA

10d•$21 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

The Inventory Control Associate - RDC is accountable for ensuring high levels of warehouse inventory accuracy and timely responses to all inventory-related communications. This role performs monthly cycle counts, publishes daily results, runs various reports to identify shrink and discrepancies, and reconciles merchandise invoices and purchase orders. The Inventory Control Associate serves as a liaison between stores and the local distribution center, monitors in-transit inventory, manages merchandise movement and disposal processes, and supports quality control programs. This position contributes to Ashley's high-performance culture by modeling our core values and conducting activities that keep the Ashley brand as the #1 home furnishings market leader in style, selection, quality, and value.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent required
Minimum 1-2 years of experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, or related field
Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and record-keeping
Proficiency with inventory management systems and warehouse management software (WMS)
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and formulas
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with ability to identify and resolve discrepancies
Excellent organizational and time management skills with ability to prioritize multiple tasks
Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with ability to collaborate across departments
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
Basic understanding of inventory control principles and cycle counting methodologies
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods in a warehouse environment
Proficient in basic computer skills including email and system navigation

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or related field
2+ years of inventory control experience in retail, distribution, or furniture industry
Experience with SAP, Manhattan, or similar enterprise warehouse management systems
Forklift certification and experience operating material handling equipment
Knowledge of retail merchandise operations and point-of-sale systems
Familiarity with inventory reconciliation, variance investigation, and root cause analysis
Understanding of GAAP inventory accounting principles
Experience with cycle counting methodologies and inventory accuracy improvement techniques
Background in retail operations, store transfers, or multi-location inventory management
Lean or Six Sigma exposure with focus on process improvement

Responsibilities

Perform monthly cycle counts in the warehouse to meet financial requirements and maintain inventory accuracy targets
Publish daily cycle count results, run reports to identify shrink for the day, and report findings by end of day
Analyze inventory transactions to identify and resolve exceptions, discrepancies, and shrinkage issues
Investigate and resolve inventory-related issues including location errors, quantity variances, and system discrepancies
Audit other employees' inventory transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance with procedures
Document findings and corrections and submit to the Operations Manager for review
Run various daily, weekly, and monthly reports including: Use Tax; Quarterly Inventory; MTO Transfer Order; Credit Memo; Invalid Location; Zero Retail and Zero Location; Cost with System; Un-Nailed and Nailed; Bridge; and other reports to ensure correct movement of merchandise and identify discrepancies
Analyze report data to identify trends, root causes, and opportunities for improvement
Track and report on inventory accuracy metrics and key performance indicators
Maintain accurate documentation of inventory adjustments, corrections, and exception handling
Reconcile retail merchandise invoices and purchase orders to ensure accuracy and completeness
Reconcile past due purchase orders and work with vendors and receiving teams to resolve issues
Review shipping and receiving documents for accuracy and compliance with company standards
Support Distribution Center service representatives with billing and receiving issues
Process and document adjustments for invoice discrepancies and receiving variances
Monitor in-transit inventory and location changes with respect to store-to-store, store-to-warehouse, and warehouse-to-store transfers
Manage adjustment of inventory adds and losses in the system
Coordinate product movement when inventory needs to be moved from one location to another
Manage merchandise movement, liquidation, and disposal processes in accordance with company policies
Ensure proper documentation and system updates for all inventory movements
Maintain labeling for all physical locations to ensure proper identification and inventory accuracy
Update location information in the system as changes occur
Ensure compliance with warehouse labeling standards and best practices
Support warehouse organization and space utilization initiatives
Serve as a liaison between the stores and local distribution center to facilitate communication and resolve issues
Engage in quality control processes and programs to maintain product and service standards
Coordinate the merchandise donation process for HomeStore-sponsored charities and/or special projects
Respond to all emails and inquiries in a timely manner to support internal and external customers
Participate in departmental meetings, training sessions, and continuing education opportunities
Train associates from other departments on good inventory control practices and procedures
Share best practices and knowledge with team members to drive continuous improvement
Demonstrate the company's core and growth values in performance of all job functions