Inventory Control Specialist

Inventory Control Specialist

At Suddath, you can be part of something special and inclusive! Join a team that has a 100+ year reputation for excellence as an innovative, growing and financially stable company that is dedicated to promoting a culture that thrives on inclusion and diversity. From numerous awards to being recognized as one of the best places to work, Suddath offers a caring, family environment while providing relocation and logistics services to people and companies all around the world.

Job Description

Position Summary

Inventory control specialists oversee the flow of inventory into and out of a warehouse, from ordering, storage, maintenance, loading and shipment.

Company Values

Must understand and support the company's written Mission Statement, Philosophy Statement, Value Statement, Vision, and Strategy.

Scope of Authority

Policy Establishment : This position has no authority in regards to policy changes.

Procedure Establishment : This position has no authority to change procedures.

Financial : This position has no financial authority.

Contractual : This position has no authority to sign long-term contracts on behalf of the company.

Personnel : This position has no authority to hire, promote or terminate staff.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Preparing and maintaining records of all inventory
• Compiling inventory reports and issuing them to management
• Supporting shipping prep and loading
• Investigating inventory shortages and discrepancies
• Posting weights and shipping charges
• Working with sales reps, customers and other members of the warehouse, as necessary
• Other duties as assigned

Education and Experience

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent required. Minimum of two (2) years' experience in a customer service, sales and / or transportation industry required. Minimum of one (1) year of forklift experience required. Valid state driver's license required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word. Operates with a customer service mentality. Ability to work in a team environment and demonstrate flexibility and patience. Ability to achieve margins as stated in the current business plan. Excellent organization, communication, and problem-solving skills. Ability to ensure a safe and efficient working environment. Self-starter and highly motivated. Ability to sufficiently read, speak, and write English in order to understand and give directions, and to complete paperwork accurately. Ability to operate a variety of standard office equipment as dictated by the duties of the job and perform data entry and typing functions.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Work is primarily performed in a climate controlled environment. Requires sitting, walking, and standing. Work performed requires the use of hands to control or feel objects and will utilize repetitive movements when entering data. Requires the use of clear speech communicated to others and understanding the speech of another person. Requires the ability to see details of objects within close range.

The Suddath Companies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.