1st Shift Inventory Control Specialist

Do you want to be a part of an engaging and healthy workplace culture based upon shared Core Values and professional development? Do you want to work for a rapidly growing industry leader? If so, join our team at WebstaurantStore located in the Good Life City of Albany, GA!

At our Albany, GA facility, we pride ourselves on maintaining a positive, fun and productive workplace culture based upon our Core Values: Embracing an Entrepreneurial Spirit, Possessing a Passion for Excellence and Doing the Right Thing. We highly value our employees and to show appreciation, we also offer several events and opportunities for our team members each year including but not limited to monthly appreciation lunches, employee recognition awards, team-building activities and more! We also focus heavily on the development of our team members at every level through various avenues such as soft skill development, internal growth opportunities and specialized leadership training programs.

We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, a competitive medical/dental insurance package, 401K match, and wellness programs. We also offer several perks such as a gym membership reimbursement, warehouse-wide team building activities, opportunities for bonuses, and much more!

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Inventory Control Specialist is responsible for performing and maintaining the following tasks:

• Monitoring the flow of inventory and performing data analysis to identify key areas of improvement within the operation.
• Documenting and communicating errors through appropriate channels once verified.
• Monitoring various reports and queues to ensure accuracy and accessibility of inventory.
• Communicating all trending issues to management with suggestions for process improvements.
• Ensuring everything possible is being done from an inventory perspective to prevent shipping issues.
• Effectively communicating information to appropriate individuals or groups when deemed necessary while demonstrating exceptional email etiquette.
• Miscellaneous job-related tasks as assigned by management

An Inventory Control Specialist is responsible for maintaining and ensuring the quality of the warehouse's inventory. This entails thoroughly investigating and resolving item issues, performing accurate inventory adjustments, and effectively corresponding with other departments within the warehouse regarding inventory issues. An Inventory Control Specialist is responsible for reporting all errors through the appropriate channels to correct ongoing issues and hold associates accountable for errors. He or she should have knowledge of product information, inventory control procedures, and maintain a strong attention to detail and accuracy. He or she should also be a subject matter expert of IDS applications and is expected to gain a thorough understanding of how to read and interpret each line within the transaction log. An Inventory Control Specialist should also have a working knowledge of various Microsoft Office 365 applications and be able to incorporate these applications into their daily workflow. An Inventory Control Specialist should always strive to improve the quality of inventory with the goal of improving the accuracy and efficiency of all processes at a warehouse wide level. He or she will maintain a good safety rating and be held to the highest company standards at all times.

SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Must successfully obtain and maintain valid certification to operate all applicable warehouse powdered industrial trucks (Order Picker, Sit-Down, Reach, Rider Walker) while abiding by all safety expectations
• Must be comfortable operating a computer
• Have exceptional critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Can accurately analyze large amounts of data
• Display superior attention to detail
• Possess strong time management and organizational skills
• Must be flexible and willing to adapt to a dynamic environment
• Demonstrate solid written and verbal skills
• Demonstrate proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work is performed while standing and/or walking, up to and including 10 hours/day.
• Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision, and hearing.
• Requires the regular use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations.
• Requires regular bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, and reaching.
• Requires the ability to regularly lift / carry 50-75lbs. and push / pull up to 150lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and vehicles. Occasional activities may involve exposure to marked changes in temperature and humidity, and exposure to dust, fumes and gases. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The passage of employees through the work area is average and normal.