Inventory Control Specialist

La-Z-Boy • Upper Marlboro, MD

3d • $22 - $33

About The Position

Comfort starts with our 10,000+ team members across the globe, who are transforming the power of comfort every day. Our employees have the power to change lives, in our homes, work and communities. We foster an inclusive environment while honoring a legacy built on family, where everyone can be themselves. If you are ready to join an industry leading organization where our people are the most important asset, and innovation propels us into the future, you’re ready to take your seat at La-Z-Boy Incorporated. WE BELIEVE IN THE TRANSFORMATIONAL POWER OF COMFORT! Job Summary: The Inventory Control Specialist is responsible for monitoring warehouse inventory and performing cycle counting duties to ensure that all materials are properly verified to be reflective of reported inventory. The position is responsible for maintaining a high level of inventory accuracy and integrity within the facility and in Retail Management System (RMS). To perform regular counts to identify possible discrepancies in inventory quantities and reconcile discovered variances according to the approved policies and procedures. This position will control and isolate non-conforming product as defined by the company's quality standards. The Cycle Counter will also be responsible for training staff in proper inventory control techniques and practices. Job Description: KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Monitoring and controlling inventory integrity. • Responsible for completing physical inventories/cycle counts/random audits and reconciliations. Conducts aisle location audits. Researching inventory discrepancies and making necessary corrections in a timely fashion. • Audit of compliance to operational procedures and instructions. Reports discrepancies of over/under amounts and any damaged products to supervision - publish weekly and quarterly inventory metrics • Communicates and develops process enhancements as needed (performs root cause analysis on inventory discrepancies and recommends process improvements to eliminate them). Coordinates and Integrates efforts across operational departments to enhance inventory accuracy • Resolves and responds to e-mails. Confirms status codes to ensure product flows thru RDC (location exceptions). SCOPE & IMPACT: Ensure inventory accuracy so we can meet Brand promise and Accounting Compliance standards. Meet AOP expectations. Decrease issues thru root cause analysis and train staff to avoid recurrences. Increase turns (eliminate tied up inventory). Provide a reliable/timely source for feedback/resolution to all partners.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED 0-2 years of relevant work experience or equivalent.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Power equip.

Nice To Haves

• None

Responsibilities

• Monitoring and controlling inventory integrity.
• Responsible for completing physical inventories/cycle counts/random audits and reconciliations.
• Conducts aisle location audits.
• Researching inventory discrepancies and making necessary corrections in a timely fashion.
• Audit of compliance to operational procedures and instructions.
• Reports discrepancies of over/under amounts and any damaged products to supervision - publish weekly and quarterly inventory metrics
• Communicates and develops process enhancements as needed (performs root cause analysis on inventory discrepancies and recommends process improvements to eliminate them).
• Coordinates and Integrates efforts across operational departments to enhance inventory accuracy
• Resolves and responds to e-mails.
• Confirms status codes to ensure product flows thru RDC (location exceptions).

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, Dental and Basic Life Insurance
• available 401k retirement plan with company match of up to 6%
• Paid time off includes: 9-11 paid holidays each year, two weeks’ prorated vacation as a new hire and either personal time (non-exempt only) or state mandated sick time.

What This Job Offers

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