DC Inventory Clerk

Ashley Furniture Industries, LLC; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Ashley Furniture Industries, LLC is seeking an Inventory Control professional to perform counts, reconcile discrepancies, and manage inventory data in WMS/ERP systems. This role supports receiving, put-away, and packing operations while upholding safety and accuracy across the warehouse.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and experience with warehouse inventory processes, WMS/ERP systems, and handheld scanners.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in inventory control, warehousing, or distribution preferred.
• Experience with WMS/ERP systems and handheld scanners is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Basic math and analytical skills for inventory reconciliation.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other basic computer applications.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily cycle counts and scheduled full inventory counts.
• Investigate and reconcile inventory discrepancies between physical stock and system records.
• Update inventory quantities, locations, and adjustments in the warehouse management system (WMS) or ERP.
• Monitor slow-moving, damaged, and obsolete inventory and report findings to leadership.
• Verify incoming shipments against purchase orders and ensure accurate labeling and documentation.
• Coordinate proper put-away of inventory to designated warehouse locations.
• Confirm inventory availability for wholesale orders and transfers.
• Support picking and packing teams by resolving inventory-related issues.
• Assist with audits of completed orders to ensure correct items and quantities were processed.
• Maintain accurate and timely inventory data entry in applicable systems.
• Generate inventory reports as requested (variance reports, cycle count summaries, stock status).
• Escalate recurring inventory problems, process gaps, or system issues to the Inventory Supervisor.
• Follow all warehouse safety procedures and guidelines.
• Comply with company policies related to inventory handling, documentation, and loss prevention.
• Help maintain organized, clean, and clearly labeled storage areas.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Organization

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma

Tools

WMS/ERP

Handheld scanners

Excel

Job description

• Perform daily cycle counts and scheduled full inventory counts.
• Investigate and reconcile inventory discrepancies between physical stock and system records.
• Update inventory quantities, locations, and adjustments in the warehouse management system (WMS) or ERP.
• Monitor slow-moving, damaged, and obsolete inventory and report findings to leadership.

Receiving & Put-Away

• Verify incoming shipments against purchase orders (quantity, SKU, condition).
• Ensure accurate labeling and documentation of received product.
• Coordinate proper put-away of inventory to designated warehouse locations.
• Confirm inventory availability for wholesale orders and transfers.
• Support picking and packing teams by resolving inventory-related issues (shortages, mis-picks, location errors).
• Assist with audits of completed orders to ensure correct items and quantities were processed.

Data Integrity & Reporting

• Maintain accurate and timely inventory data entry in applicable systems.
• Generate inventory reports as requested (variance reports, cycle count summaries, stock status).
• Escalate recurring inventory problems, process gaps, or system issues to the Inventory Supervisor.

Compliance & Safety

• Follow all warehouse safety procedures and guidelines.
• Comply with company policies related to inventory handling, documentation, and loss prevention.
• Help maintain organized, clean, and clearly labeled storage areas.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior experience in inventory control, warehousing, or distribution preferred.
• Experience with WMS/ERP systems and handheld scanners is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Basic math and analytical skills for inventory reconciliation.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other basic computer applications.
• Ability to read and interpret SKU labels, packing lists, and inventory reports.
• Good communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with warehouse and office teams.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, and move around the warehouse for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, pull, or push materials and products up to 50 lbs. as needed.
• Ability to work in varying warehouse conditions (temperature, noise, standing, bending).

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 5:00 AM to 1:30 PM

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