Inventory Control Specialist Jobs

This is an administrative position responsible overseeing and assisting with the receiving, issuing, handling, and accounting of inventory stock.

• Organizes and maintains warehouse and inventory yard areas for efficient material storage and handling; maintains labeling system on each stock item; on occasion manually stocks inventory shelving with stock items received or returned;
• Oversees and manages the process of issuing supplies, materials, and equipment to City employees; completes all necessary paperwork for stock items issued;
• Performs Warehouse Clerk duties when necessary;
• Utilizes computer to properly account for issues, returns, receipts of new materials and associated back orders; inputs essential data on all materials handled; adheres to strict accounting procedures in this regard;
• Operates indoor and heavy duty outdoor forklifts, and other necessary vehicles and equipment to properly handle materials being received, issued, stocked, and picked; provides other City departments with forklift operations as needed;
• Performs related duties as required.
• Conducts weekly cycle counts of inventory materials based upon computer-monitored suggested re-order listing; assists in conducting complete physical inventory count annually;
• Works with Buyer and Warehouse Clerk to performs duties;

Associate's degree in Business Administration or related field; three (3) to five (5) years of warehouse or inventory experience, including at least one (1) year of fork-lift experience; equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Knowledge of hazards and safety precautions relating to equipment operation, loading and unloading of materials;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and vendors; ability to organize items by broad and specific classifications;
• Skill in operating of assigned equipment;
• Ability to perform minor equipment maintenance and repair;
• Ability to follow written and verbal instruction;
• Ability to maintain accurate records with some knowledge of mathematical conversions.
• Knowledge of inventory control practices;
• Knowledge of computer terminal operation;
• Ability to follow standard safety practice and procedures common to equipment operation work;