Inventory Controller

• Maintains consistent stock of inventory, ordering new stock up to pre-authorized limit as inventory dwindles.
• Establishes and maintains backup source for high-demand items.
• Places special orders and ensures pricing is accurate.
• Places purchase orders from vendors to balance projected needs with special buy opportunities and future promotions utilizing on-time delivery methods.
• Assesses inventory reports and order patterns to identify items in need of automatic, recurring delivery.
• Investigates and corrects inventory discrepancies.
• Partners with marketing, pricing, and accounts payable departments to resolve system and/or invoice cost discrepancies and determine appropriate corrective action with vendor to resolve.
• Develops and maintains good working relationships with vendors.
• Maintains accurate daily records of goods received and shipments made.
• Manages and maintains inventory system; facilitates upgrades to related database and/or software under the direction of the purchasing or inventory control manager.
• Conducts frequent spot and partial audits of physical inventory.
• Provides sales and informational assistance on products and freight to staff and customers.
• Returns defective merchandise and ensures proper and timely credit is received from vendor.
• Provides guidance and training to less experienced co-workers.
• Assists with periodic (at least annual) physical inventory audits.
• Operates forklift when necessary.
• Performs other related duties as requested.

• Excellent communication skills with warehouse workers, purchasing department, and outside vendors.
• Basic understanding of inventory control procedures.
• Proficient keyboarding skills.
• Extremely organized and able to work with minimum supervision.
• Ability to develop professional relationships with outside vendors.
• Ability to perform basic math calculations.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Three (3) years of experience with computerized inventory systems required.
• Forklift operator certification preferred but not required.

Salary : $17 - $22