Warehouse Specialist

Advantage Sales & Marketing dba Advantage Solutions•Hanover, MD

About The Position

Warehouse Specialist At our Company, we grow People, Brands, and Businesses! We are seeking a talented Warehouse Specialist (WS) who will be responsible for managing shipping and receiving, checking inventory, storage of assets, samples, promotional material, point of sale material, and office supplies. They will “pick” or select orders and manage all shipping details from packaging, labeling and tracking via either freight or Fed Ex shipments. All actions and/or orders selected must be reported via the appropriate system to ensure accurate inventory levels. They will be responsible to pro-actively suggest re-orders of supplies or items once thresholds are set by Client or Operations teams to ensure adequate supply levels on items needed for program execution. Assist Warehouse Supervisors and/or ensure coverage of duties in times of absence or as work dictates. Take this opportunity to join North America’s leading business solutions provider and build your career working with amazing people in a growing industry! Apply today! The Company is one of North America’s leading sales and marketing agencies specializing in outsourced sales, merchandising, category management and marketing services to manufacturers, suppliers and producers of food products and consumer packaged goods. The Company services a variety of trade channels including grocery, mass merchandise, specialty, convenience, drug, dollar, club, hardware, consumer electronics and home centers. We bridge the gap between manufacturers and retailers, providing consumers access to the best products available in the marketplace today. Position Summary The Warehouse Specialist (WS) is responsible for managing shipping and receiving, checking inventory, storage of assets, samples, promotional material, point of sale material, and office supplies. They will “pick” or select orders and manage all shipping details from packaging, labeling and tracking via either freight or Fed Ex shipments. All actions and/or orders selected must be reported via the appropriate system to ensure accurate inventory levels. They will be responsible to pro-actively suggest re-orders of supplies or items once thresholds are set by Client or Operations teams to ensure adequate supply levels on items needed for program execution. Assist Warehouse Supervisors and/or ensure coverage of duties in times of absence or as work dictates.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required; Logistics related courses or equivalent experience
1-3 years of Shipping/Receiving
1-3 years of general maintenance experience or applicable work experience
1-3 years of use in computer inventory control systems
Well-organized, detail-oriented, and able to handle a fast-paced work environment
Ability to perform the job safely by using safety techniques and practices

Responsibilities

Perform duties related to the requisition, reception, storage, and disbursement of materials and supplies.
Responsible for the selection of specific products in specific quantities to be prepared for shipment to events.
Requires strong attention to detail to ensure proper items and quantities are selected and placed according to program plan and specifics
Operate a forklift, and other equipment in order to unload trucks, and move and store materials and supplies.
Check inbound shipments and inspect materials to insure accurate quantity, type, and acceptable quality.
Select space and prepare stock for storage, and place materials in designated areas.
Maximizes warehouse space by maintaining an efficient storage layout and frequent rotation of product.
Prepare order for delivery, disburse stock, and assist in the maintenance of records.
Maintain the receiving, warehousing, and distribution operations by initiating, coordinating, and enforcing Company policies and procedures related to both incoming and outgoing shipments.
Monitor the receiving process by verifying all deliveries, reconciling shipping invoices, and organizing or distributing incoming deliveries.
Assist in the maintenance of records on the destination, weight and charges on all incoming and outgoing freight
Issue requests for credit adjustments with shippers by identifying missing, damaged, or incomplete orders.
Control and maintain accurate inventory levels by conducting physical counts and utilize See Control or appropriate tool for entering information
Inspect and perform regular maintenance and cleaning of items returning from the field, appropriately report damage or restoration needs to ensure they are event ready as needed
Maintain safety standards by performing regular maintenance, janitorial, and housekeeping activities throughout the office and/or warehouse.