Inventory Control Specialist I General Admin

Builders FirstSource • Ballston Spa, NY

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About The Position

Under general supervision, the Inventory Control Specialist I monitors the accuracy of inventory information and adjusts inventory records based on physical verification and computer research. The role maintains inventory system quantities and costs on an ongoing basis. This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work is performed indoors and outdoors and may involve variations in temperature and weather, equipment noise, and dust. The employee must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds frequently and, on occasion, up to 80 pounds. The role may also require climbing, lifting, pushing, or kneeling. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED and one year of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong data-entry skills.
• Ability to read and communicate verbally and in writing.
• Working knowledge of material acquisition and inventory processes.
• Ability to understand and carry out instructions in written, oral, or diagrammatic form using common sense.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Ability to compose effective and efficient reports.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and an enterprise resource planning (ERP) program.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds frequently and up to 80 pounds occasionally.
• May be required to perform tasks involving climbing, lifting, pushing, or kneeling.

Responsibilities

• Compile data from records, shipping and receiving documents, requisitions, contracts, and accounting reports.
• Perform scheduled cycle counts, verify counts against computer quantities, and identify discrepancies.
• Research variances between physical counts and computer quantities and make appropriate system corrections.
• Assign SKU numbers while maintaining SKU logic, and maintain or update SKU files, including deleting discontinued or changed SKUs.
• Create and review reports for management and follow up on discrepancies, including negative on-hand quantities and out-of-stock items.
• Understand and observe safety procedures and practices to prevent injury to self and coworkers.
• Attend periodic safety meetings as required and recommend changes to improve safety procedures when appropriate.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED