Inventory Control Specialist I

Builders FirstSource • Anchorage, AK

5d

About The Position

Spenard Builders Supply is Alaska's choice for building materials and home improvements. Statewide, we service the needs of a variety of customers including residential and commercial builders, specialty contractors, government and other institutions, and especially do-it-yourselfers. Check out our latest building products, events, manufacturing services or find an SBS near you. Today, Spenard Builders Supply is owned by Builders FirstSource, the largest supplier of building products, prefabricated components, and value-added services to the residential construction market in the U.S. We provide customers an integrated homebuilding solution, offering manufacturing, supply, delivery and installation for a full range of structural and related building products. Position Summary: Monitors accuracy of inventory information and makes adjustments to inventory records based on physical verification and computer research. Maintains inventory system quantities and costs on an ongoing basis.

Requirements

• High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED) and one (1) year related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

• Strong data entry skills
• Ability to read and communicate verbally and in writing
• Working knowledge of material acquisition and inventory processes
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagrammatic form
• Basic mathematical skills
• Ability to compose effective and efficient reports
• Exhibit proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and an enterprise resource planning (ERP) program

Responsibilities

• Compiles data from records and shipping/receiving documents, requisitions, contracts and accounting reports.
• Performs cycle counts per schedule, verifying all counts for accuracy by comparing physical counts to computer quantity and identifying discrepancies.
• Researches variances between physical counts and computer quantities and makes appropriate corrections in the system.
• Assigns SKU numbers to inventory, maintaining SKU logic, and maintains/updates SKU files including deleting dropped or changes SKU's.
• Creates and reviews appropriate reports for management, follows up on discrepancies such as negative on-hands and out-of-stock.
• Understands and observes all safety procedures and practices in order to prevent injury to self or co-workers; attends periodic safety meetings as required; may recommend changes to improve safety procedures.
• Other duties may be assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees