About Us:

Gardner has been serving clients across the country for over 75 years as one of the largest family-owned and operated Outdoor Power Equipment and Commercial Parts Distributors in the nation. Gardner facilities are strategically located in Ohio, Florida, Massachusetts, Mississippi, North Carolina and Oregon. Totaling over 900,000 square feet, the warehouses contain over 165,000 active SKUs and are capable of processing over 6,000 orders per shift. Our lines include Kohler Engines, Cub Cadet, Stanley Black & Decker (formerly MTD), Hydro-Gear, Husqvarna, Troy-Bilt, Oregon Forestry and Outdoor Equipment Parts, Tuff Torq, Generac, SpeeCo and many more. Our goal is to provide the best possible value-added customer experience every day.

We are growing and adding to our team! We would love to have you come grow with us!

Job Summary:

The Inventory Control Specialist will maintain the organization’s inventory, ordering and supplying necessary items while maintaining accurate records of all procurements.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Maintains consistent stock of inventory.
• Establishes and maintains backup source for high-demand items.
• Assesses inventory reports and order patterns to identify items in need of automatic, recurring delivery.
• Provides inventory reports to purchasing and inventory control manager.
• 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.
• Assists with periodic (at least annual) physical inventory audits.
• Operates forklift truck when necessary.
• Print Count Sheets in location sequence. Conduct physical inventory count and enter quantity onto Count Sheet. Record and enter count results into system.
• Research inventory discrepancies by cycle counting discrepant items. Run transaction history to identify root cause and resolution.
• Conduct search of "Staging" areas. Perform "Empty" location audits. Record and report the results of the count and audits. Report findings to department supervisor or designated representative.
• Compiles, verifies, and reports daily and/or periodic statistical information aimed at detecting trends to improve and maintain the overall health of inventory.
• Assist in moving product in facility to improve efficiencies and optimization of storage.
• Assist in other areas such as operations, shipping and receiving as needed.
• Performs other related duties as requested.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent communication skills with warehouse associates, purchasing department, and outside vendors.
• Basic understanding of inventory control procedures.
• Extremely organized and able to work with minimum supervision.
• Ability to develop professional relationships with outside vendors.
• Ability to perform basic math calculations.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft business applications such as Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and warehouse management systems preferred.
• Experience must demonstrate the ability to balance competing priorities, complex situations, and tight deadlines.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with computerized inventory systems.
• Forklift operator certification preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
• Must be able to navigate warehouse and reach items both high and low.