What are the responsibilities and job description for the Inventory Specialist position at Creative Cove Inc.?
Our Metrowest retail client is looking for a Fixture Specialist with 2 years' experience for an immediate contract that is onsite 2 days a week and remote 3 days. Experience using Lucernex, Oracle, Photoshop and Autodesk required for this role.
Key Responsibilities
• Supporting role for the Fixture Development Team.
• Responsible for creating & editing Purchase Orders, trouble shooting and closing out any Oracle invoice issues and creating standard purchase orders in Oracle.
• Monitor the manufacturing and timely delivery of prototype fixtures
• Communicating with suppliers and project management team regarding project deliverables
• Maintain tracking documents regarding project overviews and budget & status reports
• Utilizing Oracle historical store data, run reports and analyze to determine generation and quantities of fixtures in any given location.
• Review of floor plans, elevations and site photos for projects
• Utilizing Sage estimating software and Excel to determine project needs and forecast project costs
• Creation of PowerPoint information packets detailing test items and installation instructions.
• Creation of training documents like Cheat Sheet & Fixture Manual for newly developed projects to ensure the realization in stores is executed properly, including training Specialist and Construction teams.
• Review and approval of technical drawings
• Negotiation of costs, quantity forecasting and budget development
• Execute physical reviews of prototype fixtures to ensure quality, functionality and compatibility with new and existing components
Minimum experience required to perform this job:
• 1-3 years of Project management
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Architecture, Interior Design or Engineering, will consider 5 years of experience in lieu of college degree
• 3-5 years of retail fixtures / planning and construction industry knowledge/ experience
• 3-5 years of manufacturing, purchasing, forecasting import items and logistics
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail is critical
• Analytical, organized & able to multi-task or pivot quickly
• Works independently with minimal guidance/ supervision
• Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, Project, MS office and Teams,
Additional Experience:
• Familiar with properties of different materials like laminates, steel, aluminum, substrates etc. used in the manufacturing of retail fixtures
• Experience using Lucernex, Oracle, Photoshop and Autodesk