Inventory Control Specialist

Verst Logistics • Hebron, KY

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About The Position

The Inventory Control Specialist maintains accurate inventory records and product availability through daily physical cycle counts, inventory tracking, KPI reporting, and analysis of inventory locations. The role works with the WMS team, warehouse management, and clients to set up new items, and contributes to facility layout discussions and inventory-control procedures. The specialist also accounts for defective or damaged product, conducts annual physical inventories, and works with the Operations Manager to create and maintain SOPs and DOPs.

The position supports continuous improvement and may provide backup to material handling operators, participate in meetings about facility layout, process flow, and inventory profiles, and operate material handling equipment as needed. The job requires following company policies and procedures and being able to work overtime, weekends, and holidays when customer demand requires.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• 2 to 4 years of experience in Inventory Control, Quality, or a related role is preferred.
• Basic math and reading skills.
• Computer literacy and Microsoft Excel experience are required.
• Demonstrated problem-solving abilities and experience using Root Cause Analysis.
• Able to follow specific instructions thoroughly and accurately, and provide instructions to other associates as needed.
• Ability to understand, follow, and enforce company policies and procedures.
• Ability to reach, bend, climb, and lift up to 50 lbs safely as needed.
• Good hand/eye coordination and motor skills.
• Able to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed due to customer demand.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience operating a forklift.
• Previous experience in an Automotive Distribution environment.
• Previous experience with Continuous Improvement Plans and Lean Manufacturing techniques.
• Familiarity with SOX Compliance Requirements.
• Familiarity with SDS/Hazmat Safety and OSHA Safety Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Complete daily physical cycle counts to maintain accurate records and product availability.
• Maintain inventory tracking systems and produce inventory KPI reports for warehouse and Senior Management using existing WMS and reporting tools.
• Analyze inventory locations daily and document potential inventory shortages or space requirements.
• Work with the WMS team, warehouse management, and clients as necessary to set up new items in WMS Inventory.
• Assist with and make recommendations during plant layout discussions as necessary.
• Implement and/or maintain inventory-control procedures and industry best practices.
• Account for defective or damaged product and follow appropriate corrective actions.
• Conduct annual physical inventories as necessary.
• Work closely with the Operations Manager to create and maintain SOPs and DOPs.
• Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, and streamline work processes.
• Provide backup support to material handling operators as needed.
• Participate in meetings regarding facility layout, process flow, inventory profiles, and related topics.
• Operate material handling equipment as required to complete job functions.

What This Job Offers

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