Inventory Specialist

Inventory Specialist (765158)
Work Hours: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM, Monday to Friday
Lunch Period (Unpaid): 1/2 Hour
Dress Code: Business Casual
Office or Remote: Office
Location: 1 John Fitch Plaza, Trenton, NJ 08625
Parking: Lot on-site

Equipment to be used:

• Laptop

Computer Software:

• Excel & WASP

Interview Mode:

• TEAMS – Online

We have laptops & desktops throughout the state which need to be counted. So, we will be doing a ‘virtual’ physical inventory this summer by contacting employees via email and phone to verify username and laptop identification data. And then will need assistance with the reconciliation from our Trenton location.

Job Description:

Under supervision of a supervisory official, reviews and analyzes inventory systems, surveys document flow and control and provides recommendations on inventory systems and practices; does other related work.

NOTE: The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.Examples of Work:

• Reviews department inventory practices and procedures and makes suggestions for improvements.
• Reviews the adequacy and effectiveness of complex current operating inventory systems and makes recommendations concerning performance standards, need for more analysis of shelf inventory, and proper document control.
• Verifies actual inventory of items against manual or electronic records.
• Evaluates and advises a stock location of the need for any preparation required prior to the pending inventory count, which includes contacting specific locations, preparing records, and coordinating inventory counts with data processing.
• Maintains records of invoices, receipts, requisitions and other inventory documents.
• Reviews receiving reports, withdrawal, transfer and other inventory documents for accuracy.
• Compiles and records inventory information and prepare reports.
• May prepare routine correspondence.
• Reviews and analyzes errors; makes suggestions to reduce error rates.
• Makes pre-inventory preparations.
• May make recommendations on the amount and types of items to be kept in stock, based on an analysis of inventory records and seasonal needs.
• Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and computerized information systems used by the agency, office or related units.

Requirements:

Experience:
Four (4) years of experience having responsibility for implementing an inventory control system, including processing, storing, shipping, receiving and documentation, in a public or private agency.

License:
Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.

Knowledge and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the techniques used in the storage and distribution of supplies and equipment.
• Knowledge of inventory control methods and procedures.
• Knowledge of recordkeeping procedures.
• Ability to organize assigned work and develops effective work methods.
• Ability to review and evaluate inventory systems.
• Ability to verify inventory counts.
• Ability to compile information and maintain records.
• Ability to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office or related units.
• Ability to read, write, speak, understand or communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication.

Additional Information:

Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform the essential functions of the job after reasonable accommodation is made to their known limitations. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $22.12 per hour

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22