Inventory Control Associate

Best-Way-Distribution-LLC; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Best Way Distribution is seeking a Warehouse Inventory Specialist (Problem Solver) to monitor and complete inventory-related activities. You will support the warehouse team and help develop scalable operations while ensuring a great client experience.

The role requires knowledge of inventory systems, proficiency in Microsoft Excel, and the ability to work independently on-site. You will investigate discrepancies, perform cycle counts, and collaborate with operations to resolve client concerns.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of various inventory systems.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to work independently on-site.
• Strong problem-solving and timely issue resolution.
• Ability to lift 40 lbs.
• Stand and walk 8–10 hours.

Responsibilities

• Resolve client requests around inventory related issues.
• Work with operations to resolve client concerns.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies reported by clients or returns.
• Perform physical location checks to reconcile inventory variances.
• Identify root causes of inventory adjustments and help correct them.
• Raise concerns about inventory practices to improve processes.
• Communicate updates to site leadership.
• Run cycle counts and inventory control with SOPs.
• Perform audits or other actions as requested by clients.

Skills

Inventory management

Problem solving

Independent on-site work

Communication

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Lifting 40 lbs

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Warehouse Inventory Specialist (Problem Solver)

Role Description:

This is an incredibly important position that helps to monitor and complete inventory related activities at Best Way Distribution. It is imperative to provide a great client experience while supporting our warehouse team and developing scalable operations.

What you'll bring to the table:

• Knowledge of various inventory systems.
• Experience with Microsoft excel.
• Ability to work independently without direct supervision on-site.
• Demonstrates the ability to quickly adapt to changing conditions and solve problems in a timely fashion.
• Ability to determine inventory discrepancies, perform physical inventory cycle counts, and reconcile inventory variances.
• Possesses effective written and verbal communication skills; displays reading comprehension skills.
• Ability to multitask and handle multiple issues at the same time without stress.
• Excellent attention to details.
• Ability to lift 40 lbs without any health limitations.
• Able to stand and walk continuously during and up to an 8-10hr shift.
• Able to bend, stoop, reach above, and push/pull frequently

What you'll do:

• Resolve client requests around inventory related issues.
• Work directly with the operations team to resolve client concerns.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies reported by clients or through returns.
• Perform physical location checks to ensure quality and reconcile inventory variances.
• Play a pivotal role in understanding the root cause of inventory adjustments and participate in efforts to correct.
• Vocalize concerns around inventory practices to help identify areas of opportunity in day-to-day processes.
• Communicate updates and relay important operational information about clients directly to site leadership.
• Run cycle counting and inventory control processes according to written SOP's and in partnership with operations and the client success teams.
• Perform audits or other actions requested by clients within the site.
• Additional duties and responsibilities as necessary.