What are the responsibilities and job description for the Inventory Specialist position at Verst?
$19.75 Hourly
Florence, KY
Typical Duties and Responsibilities
Receiving and Storage: Accept, inspect, label, and store incoming shipments and supplies.
Inventory Tracking: Use software and databases to record new items, track items that come in and go out, and update inventory records regularly.
Stock Audits: Conduct physical counts of inventory to compare with records and identify any discrepancies.
Discrepancy Resolution: Investigate and resolve any issues or inaccuracies found during audits.
Level Monitoring: Watch stock levels and report when items are running low or when there are too many.
Reporting: Generate reports on inventory levels, movements, and discrepancies for management.
Organization: Maintain a clean and organized storage area to make items easy to find and retrieve.
Coordination: Communicate with other departments, such as purchasing or logistics, to arrange for restocking or timely delivery of products.
Key Skills and Qualities
Attention to Detail: Crucial for accurate data entry and reconciliation of inventory counts.
Organizational Skills: Needed to manage stockrooms and keep records tidy.
Computer Proficiency: Ability to use inventory management software, databases, and other office technology.
Physical Stamina: Often required to stand, bend, and lift up to 50 pounds in a warehouse environment.
Communication Skills: To report issues and coordinate with other teams.
Marginal Functions:
- Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times and streamline work processes.
- Provides backup support to material handling operators as needed.
- Participate in meetings regarding facility layout, process flow, inventory profiles etc.
- Operate material handling equipment as required to complete job functions.
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