Inventory Specialist

Cognizant•San Jose, CA

14d•$26 - $28

About The Position

Cognizant is one of the world’s leading professional services companies, we help our clients modernize technology, reinvent processes and transform experiences, so they can stay ahead in our constantly evolving world. Cognizant is looking to expand our Field Operations team and your skills are needed. Are you interested? If so, please apply in order to be considered. We look forward to reviewing your application! Working under the Field Operations Manager and collaborating closely with the CTS Operations Lead. The CTS Inventory Specialist will provide direct support in the device management system within the partner teams and the stakeholders. They will manage the equipment and devices used for testing and procurement from hardware depots. An Inventory Specialist will be responsible for overseeing the life cycle of a device: procurement, requests, ticket management, and delivery/shipment.

Requirements

2 years experience in logistics industry, inventory or warehouse management
High school graduate or equivalent
Clean driving record and a valid Driver’s License
Experience using Android, iOS, or in-development tools,
Familiarity with mobile & web technologies (Google workspace)
Proficiency in computer databases, statistic applications and logistics programs
Technological savviness
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to operate and communicate effectively with people at all levels of the business
Comfortable with a rapidly-changing environment
Strong problem-solving skills and excellent attention to detail
Able to work independently, motivated, proactive attitude with a passion for learning and creative problem solving

Responsibilities

Oversee inventory procedures
Plan and implement inventory movement optimization (e.g. warehouse-slotting, route planning)
Manage 1-2 continental functions (e.g. scheduling, ticket management, auditing, etc).
Manage shipment requests for domestic and international orders and provide status updates to relevant stakeholders through delivery
Drives certain OKR’s and suggests key metrics for tracking and executing
Suggests changes to workflows and gives data-driven rationale for changes
Plan, document, and communicate timely status updates on requests and raise dependencies and risks
Adhere to deadlines, understand work productivity and efficiency without compromising on the quality of the output
Assist with equipment forecasting, local inventory management, monthly audits, and distribution