Inventory Control Specialist - Amtrak

Aramark; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in facilities and food service is searching for an Inventory Control Specialist based in Washington, D.C. This role involves overseeing inventory management processes, ensuring compliance with operational standards, and collaborating with a team to support effective warehouse operations. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree along with strong leadership and communication skills, tailored to help maintain accurate inventory levels in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) retirement savings plan

Paid parental leave

Disability coverage

Qualifications

• Three or more years of experience managing a team.
• Strong computer skills required.
• Warehousing and operations leadership experience are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support inventory functions and physical counting of inventory.
• Assist Inventory Control Manager in receiving and warehousing operations.
• Conduct regular physical reference counts and investigate variances.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Leadership

Team Development

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field

Tools

WIMS

Job description

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Title: Inventory Control Specialist - Amtrak

Requisition #: 585763

Location:

Washington DC, DC, US, 20018

Description:

Job Description

The Inventory Control Specialist reports to the Senior Inventory Control Manager; supports inventory functions and physical counting of inventory to maintain accuracy of perpetual inventory; supports the ordering of specified items as needed to maintain proper inventory levels; orchestrates month end inventory procedures to correspond with company SOPs.

COMPENSATION: The hourly rate for this position is $24.00, which Aramark expects to offer. This is Aramark’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position as of the time of posting.

BENEFITS: Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources. Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage. Benefits vary by location and are subject to legal requirements, employee eligibility, and where the employee lives and/or works. For more information about Aramark benefits, click hereAramark Careers - Benefits & Compensation.

There is no predetermined application window for this position; the position will close once a qualified candidate is selected. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act, and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, to the extent applicable.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist the Inventory Control Manager (ICM) in receiving, warehousing, and distribution operations by overseeing, coordinating, and supporting programs, operational, and personnel policies and procedures per established business process compliance SOPs.
• Support warehouse operations and contents by establishing and monitoring security procedures, ensuring proper food safety protocols are followed, and maintaining all required logs.
• Work with ICM and Warehouse Managers on rotating inventory (FIFO) and inventory stocking issues.
• Support inventory level control by conducting regular physical reference counts, comparing with WIMS (theoretical), investigating variances, and taking appropriate actions to minimize/eliminate these variances.
• Support and collaborate with ICM to identify the need for cycle counts to correct physical vs. theoretical inventory variances.
• Verify PO/MA accuracy by performing accuracy checks during receipt, matching invoices and POs to ensure proper pricing, quantity, and product specifications.
• Work closely with WIMS and QC Clerks, as well as warehouse personnel, verifying that all transactions are performed according to policies and procedures.
• Ensure a consistent QC verification process for all transfer-out and transfer-in transactions.
• Coordinate with Receivers to ensure effective receiving and MA process compliance; communicate rejected items; determine the best course of action with ICM.
• Support the coordination of all deliveries, communicate shortages from vendors, proper days on hand, and any "smart" purchasing needs with ICM and the purchasing team.
• Monitor and audit transactions impacting inventory levels, providing feedback to management for performance improvement.
• Assist during end-of-month inventory processes to ensure accurate counts and data entry.
• Support efforts to maintain shrink at or below company standards.
• Oversee Warehouse2Warehouse Transfers as needed, ensuring execution aligns with approved processes.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Inventory Control Manager or senior management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field
• Three or more years of experience managing, developing, and coaching a team of professionals
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to coordinate activities and achieve goals effectively
• Strong computer skills
• Proven leadership and team development success
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams and all organizational levels
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Results-oriented with a focus on operational accuracy and timeliness
• High self-initiative, ability to prioritize, work independently, and manage time effectively
• Strong presentation skills
• Warehousing and operations leadership experience are a plus

About Aramark

Our Mission

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At Aramark, we believe in equal employment opportunity and participation in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

About Aramark

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