Distribution Inventory Coordinator

Job Description

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Job Summary:

The Distribution Inventory Coordinator will maintain records concerning ordering, receiving, storing, issuing, and shipping materials, supplies, and equipment.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Compiles and reviews data from sources such as purchase orders, invoices, requisitions, and accounting reports to determine compliance with control and audit systems.
• Enters information into the computer to maintain inventory, purchasing, shipping, or other records accuracy.
• Conducts accurate cycle and security counts as per schedule and compares results to system data, adjusting based on established policies and management approval.
• Compiles stock control records and information such as consumption rate, characteristics of items in inventory, and current market conditions to determine inventory levels and need for replenishment. 
• Analyzes and makes recommendations to facility management regarding stock levels, item status, and product disposition.
• Prepares requisitions, orders, or other documents for purchasing or requisitioning new or additional stock items. Recommends additions to or deletions of product to management.
• Compares nomenclature, stock numbers, authorized substitutes, and other listed information with catalogs, manuals, parts lists, and similar references to verify the accuracy of requisitions and shipping orders. 
• Communicates changes needed to inventory management, information systems, or appropriate departments.
• Reviews product tagging and signage for accuracy and completeness and initiates corrective action.
• Works with and through corporate, store, and yard personnel in order to maintain accuracy and compliance with control and audit systems.
• Provides information to customers and co-workers about product usage, availability, and application when necessary.
• Maintains inventory and displays within assigned areas to merchandising standards by stocking, facing, straightening, and cleaning or any other task necessary to maintain the appearance and salability of items.
• Researches discrepancies on store orders and recommends solutions.
• Operates a forklift and performs daily inspections that include maintaining the service log.
• Attends team meetings and company training sessions as required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to carry out a series of instructions without constant supervision.
• Knowledge of weight distribution and loading patterns.
• The ability to adjust the controls of a machine or vehicle quickly and repeatedly to exact positions.
• Ability to utilize IBM Content Manager, MAC21, and other 3rd party software applications.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Must be available and willing to work such overtime per day or week as the employer determines is necessary or desirable to meet business needs.

Education/Experience

• A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Forklift operator certification.
• Successful completion of on-the-job training.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of standing and moving around the facility.
• Must be able to use the three-point hold when getting into trucks and/or forklifts.
• Must be able to lift up to 80 pounds at times, occasionally lift/move up to 100 pounds, and push and/or pull 50-pound loads at a time.
• The ability to perform repetitive movements over long periods.

I have read the above job description and can perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.