Inventory Control Clerk I - Quality Assurance

Ozark Automotive Distributors, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Stock purchase plan & 401k

Starting Day One

Medical, dental, & vision insurance

Wellbeing programs

Tuition assistance

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

O'Reilly Auto Parts is seeking an Inventory Control professional to verify and maintain accurate warehouse inventory. You will research discrepancies, run cycle counts, and support receiving, stocking, and distribution processes in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, adherence to safety and quality procedures, and proficiency with warehouse systems and RF devices. This position offers comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities at our Houston distribution

Qualifications

• Ability to accurately match numerical and alphabetical information.
• Follows established operational, safety, and quality procedures.
• Maintain safe work environment, including but not limited to safely lifting, moving, and handling merchandise.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in inventory research and reconciliation processes.
• Willingness to learn warehouse systems, RF technology, and operational processes.
• Desired: Experience operating warehouse management systems (WMS), RF scanners, or voice-picking equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform order adjustments, repicks, inventory transfers, inventory adjustments, and quantity corrections to maintain inventory accuracy.
• Monitor, research, and resolve allocation, receiving, stocking, and inventory discrepancies within the WMS and related programs.
• Research and correct item number, location, receiving, and keying errors by comparing physical inventory against system inventory.
• Conduct daily audits of outbound parcels, inbound license plates, damage locations, and warehouse inventory.
• Perform trimester cycle counts, quarterly return audits, and monthly critical supply inventories following procedures.
• Process and reconcile stray parts and relabel/changeover projects.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety procedures

Numerical literacy

RF technology

Tools

WMS

RF scanners

Voice-picking equipment

Job description

Performs distribution center inventory control and research functions to maintain inventory accuracy and support efficient operations. Researches and resolves inventory discrepancies, performs audits and cycle counts, processes inventory adjustments, and supports receiving, stocking, and distribution center inventory processes.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Perform order adjustments, repicks, inventory transfers, inventory adjustments, and quantity corrections to maintain inventory accuracy and resolve allocation issues. Monitor, research, and resolve allocation, receiving, stocking, and inventory discrepancies within the warehouse management system and Problem Resolution (Orders) programs. Research and correct item number, location, receiving, and keying errors by comparing physical inventory against system inventory. Conduct daily audits of outbound parcels, inbound license plates, damage locations, and warehouse inventory to verify inventory numbers and accurate operations. Perform trimester cycle counts, quarterly return department verification audits, and monthly critical supply inventories while following O'Reilly inventory control procedure. Process and reconcile stray parts and relabel / changeover projects. Perform all job functions associated with factory stock adjustments, factory stock lifts, final sweeps and recalls. Perform slotting assignments by maintaining accurate rule sets, location assignments, dimensional data, and safe product weight placement throughout the distribution center. Walk the distribution center to locate missing freight, investigate inventory discrepancies, or resolve issues related to Not Expected and Max Quantity Receive errors if applicable. Make necessary inventory corrections and batch receipt adjustments within warehouse management systems to ensure accurate inventory records. Communicate inventory discrepancies, dimensional concerns, max cap issues, and receiving problems to leadership teams. Request repair and replacement of RF units, Vocollect equipment, and other operational devices to support workflow continuity. Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas while following all operational, quality, and safety procedures while identifying unsafe practices or conditions. Assist with maintaining inventory accuracy, distribution center shrinks goals, and operational performance metrics. Perform all other duties as assigned.

SKILLS/EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE Required:

Ability to accurately match numerical and alphabetical information. Follows established operational, safety, and quality procedures. Maintain safe work environment, including but not limited to safely lifting, moving, and handling merchandise. Strong attention to detail and accuracy in inventory research and reconciliation processes. Willingness to learn warehouse systems, RF technology, and operational processes.

Desired: Experience working in a warehouse environment. Familiarity with inventory audits, cycle counts, and inventory adjustment processes. Experience operating warehouse management systems (WMS), RF scanners, or voice-picking equipment. Experience working within productivity, quality, or performance-driven environments. Proficiency in one or more additional languages.

Total Compensation Package:

• Competitive Wages & Paid Time Off
• Stock Purchase Plan & 401k with Employer Contributions
• Starting Day One
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance with Optional Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Team Member Health/Wellbeing Programs
• Tuition Educational Assistance Programs
• Opportunities for Career Growth

O'Reilly Auto Parts is an equal opportunity employer. The Company does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin or ancestry (including immigration status or citizenship), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions,) age (40 and over), veteran status, uniformed service member status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing or characteristics) or another protected status as defined by local, state, or federal law, as applicable. Qualified individuals with a disability may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or employment process, please send an email to: [e-mail] or call [phone] option , and provide your requested accommodation, and position details.

Your first job at O'Reilly Auto Parts is just the beginning! From a comprehensive benefits and compensation package to a rewarding and positive work environment, your leaders will support you and foster your development so you can grow with the company. Our promote-from-within philosophy means our top leaders worked their way up - and you can, too. Learn more about our culture, benefits, and history at oreillyauto.com/careers.