Warehouse Inventory Coordinator (La Vista) - Full Time + Benefits - $20 p/hr!

Scholastic•La Vista, NE

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Each year Scholastic Book Fairs, in partnership with schools across the country, hosts more than 127,000 book-sale events that give more than 35 million students and their families access to thousands of affordable and educational products, helping foster a lifelong love of reading. We are currently in search of a Branch Inventory Coordinator help our associates manage the inventory needed to provide kids with the books they want to read. This full time position offers medical, dental and vision benefits, Paid Time Off, a generous 50% off discount on Scholastic merchandise, and a 401k.

Requirements

Must have a High school diploma or (GED) equivalent
Prefer 2-years inventory experience with a distribution company, in an inventory related position, with developed specialized skills through job-related training
Strong math and analytical skills
Strong written and verbal communications skills
Strong problem solving skills and detail orientation, with a high level of accuracy
Must be able to completes work with a limited degree of supervision
Must be able to lift 50 lbs. on an unassisted basis, repetitively
Proficiency in computer spreadsheets (Excel) and word processing (Word) required

Nice To Haves

Previous experience/certification of power equipment operation preferred. Certification on all company equipment required
Familiarity with computerized Inventory location systems is preferred
Working knowledge of inventory scanner systems is preferred
Occasional travel may be required

Responsibilities

Responsible for overseeing all inventory control activities within assigned branch
Develop mastery of Warehouse Management System (WMS) and operate as the Branch Subject Matter Expert (SME)
Responsible for maintaining inventory integrity within assigned branch.
Ensure branch is in compliance with Inventory Status Metrics
Analyze Inventory Status and WMS Status results for process deficiencies and training opportunities
In conjunction with Branch Manager and Warehouse Supervisor, develop plans to correct substandard performance
Oversee accuracy of Inbound Receipts and Outbound Shipments
Oversee and/or conduct cycle counts to include task driven counts, user initiated counts (random) and specific title requested counts
Broadly research & resolve inventory variances
Independently identify root causes of variances and collaborate with Branch Management to prevent recurrences
Execute Inventory Control Alerts (ICA’s) timely and accurately
Execute and/or oversee timely shipments of branch transfers
Follow Corporate processes for donations, damages and destructions
Oversee Monitor Process (if applicable) ensuring accuracy of data and completion of required monitors by fair type, by phase
Ensure line sets are completed accurately and timely to include but not limited to: Mainline Schematic Titles, Supplemental Titles, All marketing materials and signage, Schematic Changes
Monitor and Manage On-Sale Date titles to ensure they are released at the correct time
Proactively and independently identify potential inventory shortages and communicate to Branch Manager
Support regionally prescribed methods for fulfilling backordered titles
Ensure Physical Inventory activity is executed according to documented processes
Ensure inventory is utilized as directed for Warehouse Sale Events
Perform other duties and responsibilities as requested; specifically, but not limited to direction provided from the Inventory Control Supervisor, Branch Managers or Corporate Leaders
Maintain confidentiality relative to pricing, promotion, distribution, inventory, customer lists and financial reports
Ability to effectively communicate with branch, regional and corporate leaders
Ability to proactively identify key issues and patterns from partial or conflicting data and provide recommended solutions
Act as a formal and informal resource for colleagues with less experience
Drug and alcohol-free policy compliance