What are the responsibilities and job description for the Inventory Control Coordinator position at World Group?
About World Group:
World Group was founded over 60 years ago as a pioneer in vessel agency services on the Great Lakes. Today, we are home to a portfolio of globally trusted brands that deliver customers end-to-end supply chain and logistics solutions, backed by innovative technology to provide visibility and data like never before. With industry-leading products in ocean drayage, domestic trucking, freight forwarding, air freight, customs house brokerage, vessel husbandry, and warehousing and distribution…customers around the globe use the services of our family of brands: ContainerPort Group, UWL, World Distribution Services, and World Shipping, Inc. to simplify supply chains and reliably move freight.
We move the world with people who care. Our award-winning, industry-recognized culture is anchored in our people across the country, and the passion they bring to each day. We’re growing - join our World Group family today!
About World Distribution Services:
World Distribution Services (WDS®) is a leading provider of creative warehouse logistics solutions. Our areas of expertise include domestic warehouse storage and fulfillment for eCommerce and retailers, cross-docking, transloading, and local and nationwide transportation services. We serve the industry proudly with a network of warehouses strategically placed across the country, experienced solutions-oriented employees, and full-service product capabilities. To learn more or to request a quote, visit our website: www.worldds.net.
About This Role:
World Distribution Services is currently looking for a dedicated, detail oriented person to join our family as an Inventory Control Coordinator for our growing warehouse operation in Savannah!
The Inventory Control Coordinator will be responsible for ensuring inventories are both accurately reported within our WMS (Synapse) as well as physically in the warehouse locations. They will be responsible for identifying, researching, and correcting inventory variances, as well as assisting in the training of new hires on proper handling of freight within the warehouse. Does this sound like you or fit your experience? Get in touch with us by applying here.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Run inventory reports and queries out of WMS
- Perform post receipt audits
- Perform cycle counting
- Complete customer cycle count reporting
- Troubleshoot variances and identify gaps in the process
- Assist in creating SOPs to ensure processes are followed and inventories are accurate
- Assist in the training of new hires
Education and Experience:
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- WMS knowledge and RF experience
- Computer Proficiency
- Excellent Math Skills
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Organization skills and attention to detail
- Must be driven to work both on their own and within a team
- Must have multiple years in a warehouse environment (preferred 3PL)
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to safely perform the essential functions of this job.
- The person in this position frequently communicates with external contacts and other employees.
- Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time
- Must be able to constantly operate a computer and other office equipment
- Constantly work in warehouse with varying temperature conditions (not climate-controlled) and occasionally work outdoors in weather conditions with a wide range in temperatures
Benefits/Perks:
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive Benefits package:
- Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision
- Life, AD&D, & Disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Financial planning
- 401(k) plan with up to 6% company match
- Paid Time Off
- Flexible work arrangements
- Internal Mobility & professional development opportunities
- Tuition assistance
- Bonus Eligibility