DC Inventory Control Specialist

Grainger Businesses • Joliet, IL

4d • $25 - $31 • Onsite

About The Position

The DC Inventory Control Specialist performs tasks associated with inventory management, customer service and TU (Transportation Unit) / ER (Expected Receipt) building. Effectively and efficiently uses established procedures, tools, equipment, and technologies to complete transactions related to inbound and outbound processes with a Grainger Distribution Center. This role is intended to build upon skills learned in other roles within the ICQA department.

Requirements

• Must have good communication skills written and verbal
• Must have the ability to work in a team environment
• Must be able to meet minimum performance expectations consistently
• Must have a proven quality track record and passion for improving quality
• Must display a high degree of accuracy, attention to detail and good math skills
• Problem solving and LEAN thinking skills to allow for continuous improvement to the inventory maintenance needs of the DC

Nice To Haves

• SAP and EWM/MOVE experience preferred (or like systems)
• Advanced Excel and access skills preferred. Experience in building reporting and managing databases is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform all Logistics functions, such as slotting and maintenance, on a daily basis to ensure optimal inventory management and space control in both bulk and bin/ Goods to Product (GTP) areas; Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: New Item Inspection, Closing ER (Expected Receipts) / (Transportation Units) TU / STO's (Stock Transfer Orders), Exceptions, Replenishment Max Quantity and Multi Location maintenance, PO (Purchase Order) cut report & TU data.
• Perform all tasks of a Customer Service Associate including, but not limited to, monitoring Chatroom, order cancellation, providing branch and customer feedbacks to operations, addressing stock checks and branch inquiries, open order report VL06, failed order allocation & yard transfers.
• Perform all TU/ER building for inbound trailers with a high level of efficiency and accuracy, including but not limited to: Daily yard and trailer priority reporting, Closing out trailers in Ryder & tracking detentions.
• Meet or exceed daily productivity, quality and safety goals.
• General awareness of all sub-processes that support DC operations.
• Willing to perform all job duties listed on a regular basis if needed.
• Willing and able to fill in for other positions both inside and outside of ICQA including Inbound Check in and put away and Outbound picking and packing depending on shift coverage needs.
• Performs necessary housekeeping duties in order to maintain a clean, safe, organized work environment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans with coverage starting on day one of employment
• 6 free sessions each year with a licensed therapist to support your emotional wellbeing
• 18 paid time off (PTO) days annually for full-time employees (accrual prorated based on employment start date)
• 6 company holidays per year
• 6% company contribution to a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan each pay period, no employee contribution required
• Employee discounts
• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan refinancing
• Free access to financial counseling, education, and tools
• Maternity support programs
• Nursing benefits
• Up to 14 weeks paid leave for birth parents
• Up to 4 weeks paid leave for non-birth parents

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed