Corporate Inventory Assistant

Builders Firstsource; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Builders FirstSource in Seattle, WA is seeking a Warehouse/Procurement Coordinator to manage reloads within the Supply Chain, including inputting orders, reconciling weekly inventory, and coordinating with vendors and transportation for critical information.

The role emphasizes accuracy, communication, and ERP/MS Excel proficiency, with onsite responsibilities in a typical office setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; two years related experience or equivalent.
• Preferred: four-year undergrad degree in forest product management, supply chain, or construction science.

Responsibilities

• Input purchase and transfer orders into ERP systems.
• Reconcile weekly inventory for reload locations.
• Coordinate with reloads, vendors, and transportation for product, price, freight, availability, and delivery time.
• Notify inbound shipments to reloads and maintain/update purchase orders (freight, rail car info, quantities).
• Review and monitor purchase orders and transfer orders for accuracy and pricing.
• Learn and support corporate procurement functions for Supply Chain and Buyers.

Skills

Material management

Communication skills

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

MS Office

ERP systems

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in forest product management or related field

Tools

ERP program

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Purpose

Responsible for all aspects pertaining to reloads utilized by Supply Chain including incoming shipments, outbound shipments, and weekly inventory reconciliation. Provide support to Buyers and Locations that utilize these reloads. The ideal candidate will learn various corporate Supply Chain functions and use this position as a training ground for career growth in Supply Chain.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Input purchase and transfer orders into various ERP systems.
• Reconcile weekly inventory for reload locations.
• Contact reloads, vendors, and transportation to obtain information concerning product, price, freight, availability, and delivery time.
• Provide notification for inbound shipments to reloads and maintain and update purchase orders (i.e., add freight, rail car information, update quantities).
• Review, evaluate, and monitor purchase orders and transfer orders to ensure pertinent information is accurate and pricing is correct.
• Learn all aspects of corporate, central procurement function as it pertains to Supply Chain, supporting the Corporate Buyers.
• Understand and observe all safety procedures and practices to prevent injury to self or co‑workers; attend periodic safety meetings as required and may recommend changes to improve safety procedures.
• Perform month‑end duties: exceptions, reporting, updates, credits, etc.
• Manage Vendor Managed Inventory in the system (Online and/or Trend) and report to appropriate groups.
• Prepare reports for physical inventory and help input counts into Online/Trend.
• Verify and receive inbound purchase orders from various vendors.
• Verify and invoice orders from reloads.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED and two (2) years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Preferred: four‑year undergraduate degree in forest product management, supply chain, or construction science.

Competencies

• Knowledge of material management and procurement function.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Problem‑solving skills, ability to think on your feet and present solutions.
• Ability to interact with staff, management, and vendors.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and an enterprise resource planning (ERP) program.

Work Environment / Physical Activity

• Typical office environment and outside locations with temperature and weather variations.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds frequently and on occasion up to 80 pounds.

Benefits

We offer competitive, affordable benefits designed to make life better for you and the people you love.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Builders FirstSource is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.