Inventory Control Lead | Optimize Stock & Minimize Spoilage

Core-Mark International; Newark (OH); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Core-Mark International in Newark, OH seeks an Inventory Control Lead to oversee daily inventory operations and guide inventory associates within assigned warehouse areas. You will ensure inventory accuracy through audits, counts, and reconciliations while sustaining product quality and reducing spoilage.

Responsibilities include leading the inventory team, maintaining records of quantity, type and value, performing counts, investigating discrepancies, inspecting goods, and supporting safe,

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1-3 years of experience in inventory control, inventory accounting, administrative support, warehouse operations, or a related field.
• Basic knowledge and experience with Microsoft Excel, including data entry, sorting, filtering, and maintaining records and reports.

Responsibilities

• Lead and provide direction to inventory team members within assigned areas.
• Compile and maintain records related to the quantity, type, and value of inventory, equipment, merchandise, materials, and supplies.
• Conduct physical inventory counts and reconcile inventory records to ensure accuracy.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies, identify root causes, and make necessary adjustments to inventory records.
• Verify returned goods and damaged products and process items back into inventory as appropriate.
• Perform quality inspections on produce and other designated products, removing poor-quality or spoiled items from inventory.
• Sort pallets and identify damaged, expired, or unsellable products.
• Repack produce and other products efficiently to reduce spoilage and inventory loss.
• Handle inventory control issues and resolve questions using extensive knowledge of inventory processes and company procedures.
• Assist with onboarding and training inventory associates as needed.
• Provide backup support to management and contribute to operational decision-making.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with customers, vendors, drivers, and coworkers to ensure timely resolution of questions and issues.
• Promote safe work practices and comply with all company policies and procedures.
• Function as a collaborative team member within the department and organization.
• Perform all assigned duties efficiently to support productivity, reduce waste, and positively impact company profitability.
• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Inventory control

Warehouse operations

Data entry

Excel skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Core-Mark International in Newark, OH seeks an Inventory Control Lead to oversee daily inventory operations and guide inventory associates within assigned warehouse areas. You will ensure inventory accuracy through audits, counts, and reconciliations while sustaining product quality and reducing spoilage.

Responsibilities include leading the inventory team, maintaining records of quantity, type and value, performing counts, investigating discrepancies, inspecting goods, and supporting safe,