Inventory Coordinator

Universal Forest Products, Inc.•Dallas, TX

24d

About The Position

The Inventory Coordinator is responsible for assisting the plants and purchasing in monitoring, managing, and maintaining the overall VMI inventory level.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent degree
Minimum one year of experience in inventory control or related area
Working knowledge of inventory internal controls, and company procedures
Working knowledge in the use of computer and business-related software, including Microsoft applications Excel, Word, and Outlook
Basic knowledge of lumber math, lumber grades, and species

Nice To Haves

Preferred understanding of company policies, practices, and procedures

Responsibilities

Work closely with the buyers and plants to monitor and maintain all plant VMI programs.
Know our system inside and out so you can run any inventory and receive reports available and answer inventory questions that come up.
Handle most communication with specific vendor contacts and facilitate their needs.
Investigate any inventory discrepancies and communicate the issue with plants and vendors.
Handle vendor issues tactfully
Maintain vendor price maintenance tables
Update and maintain VMI and cash contract records
Prepare various reports and correspondence as required
Process Import payables
Share backup receptionist duties
Perform other duties as directed
Assists in assigned special projects
Performs other duties as required