Inventory Associate

GovX, Inc.; La Vergne, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Time Off

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

FSA/HSA

401(k) with discretionary match

Employee Referral Program

Discounts on GOVX website

Job summary

GOVX, Inc. seeks an Inventory Associate to maintain accurate stock through cycle counts and to support Open Box and Bulk Return projects. You will inspect, relabel, and prepare items for resale or donation while aiding daily warehouse operations.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, strong Excel skills, and the ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced, in-office environment at the GOVX Fulfillment Center in LaVergne, TN.

Qualifications

• NetSuite experience.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, charts, formulas).
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication.
• Attention to detail for data analysis, processing, and reporting in reverse logistics.
• Excellent time management to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive in identifying opportunities for process improvement and risk mitigation.
• Ability to work autonomously with independent judgment.
• Operates with ownership and urgency.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, relabel, and adjust returned items for the Open Box project, ensuring quality before resale.
• Assist in timely processing of return shipments to Bulk Return partners with required documentation.
• Sort and organize returned items by category, condition, and storage location.
• Perform regular cycle counts to ensure inventory accuracy.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace following safety protocols.
• Identify returned inventory items for special projects with Inventory Manager.
• Oversee disposition of donations to charities.
• Perform additional duties to support warehouse and inventory operations.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Process improvement

Autonomy

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

3+ years project-based experience

Tools

NetSuite

Excel

Job description

The Inventory Associate is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory through regular cycle counting while assisting in processing items for the Open Box project and Bulk Return program. This role includes inspecting, organizing, and preparing returned merchandise for resale, donation, or other disposition, while supporting overall warehouse operations.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, relabel, and adjust returned items for the Open Box project, ensuring they meet quality standards before being entered into the inventory system for resale.

• Assist in the timely and accurate processing of return shipments to Bulk Return partners with the required documentation.
• Sort and organize returned items by category, condition, and storage location within the warehouse.
• Assist with regular cycle counting of inventory to ensure stock accuracy and resolve any discrepancies.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace by following warehouse safety protocols.
• Work with the Inventory Manager to identify returned inventory items for special projects.
• Oversee the disposition of donations to local and national charities.
• Perform additional duties as requested to support the warehouse and inventory team operations.

• NetSuite experience.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, charts, and applying formulas to add operational value to data sets.
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail is needed to ensure accuracy in data analysis, processing, and reporting of reverse logistics functions.
• Excellent time management skills to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive in identifying opportunities for process improvement, risk mitigation, and optimization of reverse logistics management practices.
• Ability to work autonomously, exercising independent judgment and decision-making on complex issues, and under management supervision.
• Operates with a sense of ownership and urgency.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 3+ years of experience in project-based work.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Travel Requirements

No travel is expected for this position.

Work Location and Expectations

This is a 100% in-office position working onsite at the GOVX Fulfillment Center in LaVergne, TN. You will be required to report to the office five days per week and work a full eight-hour shift each day from the office. No relocation allowance or visa sponsorship will be provided.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment and adjacent warehouse facility. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, printers, and packing equipment. This is an office work position at the GOVX Fulfillment Center in LaVergne, TN.

Physical/Mental Demands

• Physical - This role will require some lifting to 40 lbs.
• Mental - Problem-solving, making decisions, interpreting data, organizing, reading/writing.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Other Duties

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of the activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

• Flexible Time Off, Paid Sick Leave, Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Voluntary benefits including Critical Illness, Group Accident, Short Term Disability and Voluntary Life
• 401(k) plan with discretionary match available
• Employee Referral Program
• Discounts on the GOVX website

Pay Range

$21.00 - $23.00/per hour

AAP/EEO Statement

EOE/Veterans/Disabled

The position will require the successful completion of a background check and drug testing before starting employment.

About GOVX, Inc.

Savings for Those Who Serve

GOVX was founded in 2011 to offer exclusive benefits to those who serve our country. The GOVX membership is comprised of current and former members of the American military, law enforcement, firefighting, medical services, and government personnel. We are dedicated to supporting these communities and to offering unique value to our members, while delivering an authentic platform for brands to reach our growing customer base. As the largest and fastest growing digital platform serving this deserving audience, we are committed to stretching the limits of ecommerce to deliver the best assortment for our members’ on-duty and off-duty needs.