Inventory Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

We are in search of an Inventory Clerk to join our team in the Paper / Packaging industry. Based in Kalamazoo, Michigan, this role offers a long term contract employment opportunity.

The primary function of this role is to facilitate effective communication between cross-functional teams and manage inventory operations.

Responsibilities :

• Facilitate communication between cross-functional teams, including Customer Service, Transportation, and Logistics.
• Execute inventory control tasks such as cycle counts and adjustments.
• Reconcile inventory and shipments to provide accurate information to operational decision-makers.
• Act as a customer service advocate for a single customer, ensuring superior customer service.
• Oversee inventory management, production, and shipment coordination for a single customer.
• Update and create purchase orders as required.
• Offer direct support to all Logistics functions, projects, and operations as assigned.
• Maintain a cooperative environment through team building and promoting team cohesion.
• Apply knowledge of warehouse distribution and inventory in a warehouse environment.
• Monitor and manage shipping operations and functions.
• Must have a minimum of 2 years' experience in a similar role within the Paper / Packaging industry
• Comprehensive understanding of warehouse environment and warehouse distribution
• Proven experience in warehouse inventory management
• Familiarity with shipping functions and operations
• Outstanding customer service skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team, demonstrating strong team building and team cohesion skills
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage multiple tasks
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Proficiency in using inventory software and databases
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High school diploma or equivalent educational level
• Physical ability to frequently lift and carry materials weighing up to 25 pounds, and occasionally up to 50 lbs
• Familiarity with industry standard equipment such as pallet jacks, forklifts, etc.
• Basic mathematical skills for inventory counts
• Ability to read and write in English for the safe and effective completion of job tasks.
7 days ago