Temporary - Inventory Control Specialist II

City of Austin

2d•$23 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

This position performs duties associated with warehouse and/or inventory management. It involves receiving, shipping, verifying, and documenting goods, as well as managing inventory levels, resolving discrepancies, and operating equipment. The role also supports operations through training and liaison activities.

Requirements

Knowledge of fundamental inventory control procedures and systems.
Knowledge of office and administrative practices related to purchasing.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Skill in record keeping and performing detailed work.
Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
Skill in using computers and related software applications.
Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
Ability to use various types of equipment, including a pallet lift and/or fork lift
Ability to perform detailed work in an accurate and organized manner.
Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other city employees and the public.
Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent plus three (3) years of experience in a warehouse/inventory control related field.
Education may substitute for experience up to the maximum of two (2) years.
Valid Texas Class C Driver’s License, if required for the position
If required for the position, legally mandated training must be completed within 1 year of employment

Nice To Haves

Experience with inventory management
Experience with purchasing, using purchasing software, and budget reconciliation
Experience with vendors and monitoring for a utility, government agency, or other similarly regulated entity
Experience working with a computerized maintenance or asset management system
Experience monitoring and tracking inventory
Experience in an industrial or highly regulated environment similar to a water utility.

Responsibilities

Receives, ships and verifies items assuring items received are accurate; inspecting condition of items; performing operational checks on equipment in inventory, comparing count/measure of items to purchase orders and packing lists, resolving discrepancies, and tracking delayed orders.
Documents goods/services purchased, received and/or issued by recording identifying information using the appropriate tracking method and providing status updates to stakeholders on variances.
Prepares items for shipment to ensure safe delivery and determines most economical and efficient shipping method.
Documents items shipped by recording identifying information of items and transport information.
Completes purchase requests by verifying inventory and specifications of purchase requests; preparing stock and equipment requisitions, inputting purchase orders, quotes and service requests, expediting deliveries and assisting with invoice processing.
Replaces or repairs damaged or obsolete items using the appropriate tools and following internal guidelines.
Resolves discrepancies in receiving by identifying damaged items and shortages and quantity of materials; placing materials in inventory, conferring with various entities to make adjustments; correcting the shortages and obtaining credits.
Monitors and/or maintains inventory by applying fundamental control techniques; monitoring inventory level and replenishment lead times, anticipating needed items, updating inventory forecasts, minimum and maximum stock levels, and performing periodic cycle counts / inventories.
Monitors inventory by identifying idle, excess and obsolete stock and coordinates disposition as directed.
Supports inventory and/or warehouse operations by providing on-the-job training, troubleshooting issues at various phases of the receiving and shipping cycle, and serves as liaison among purchasing, vendors and other staff members to resolve operational issues.
Operates various types of equipment including a pallet lift and/or fork lift.