Inventory Control Specialist I

Builders FirstSource; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading supplier of building materials and ignite your career! This role focuses on monitoring inventory accuracy, performing cycle counts, and maintaining inventory records. You'll be part of a supportive culture that empowers you to learn and grow while ensuring the highest standards in inventory management. With opportunities for personal development and a commitment to safety, this position is perfect for those looking to build a rewarding career in a dynamic environment. Discover your potential and contribute to making home ownership dreams a reality every day!

Benefits

Competitive Benefits

Affordable Health Plans

Supportive Work Culture

Career Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED and 1 year related experience required.
• Ability to read, communicate, and apply common sense understanding.

Responsibilities

• Monitor inventory accuracy and make adjustments based on verification.
• Perform cycle counts and research discrepancies in inventory.

Skills

Inventory Management

Data Compilation

Mathematical Skills

Communication Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

ERP Software Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)

Job description

Ignite your career at Builders FirstSource, America’s largest supplier of building materials, value-added components and building services to the professional market. The #1 name in our industry, we help make the dream of home ownership more achievable every day. At BFS, you’ll be equipped with all the tools, training, and resources you need, and you’ll be empowered to try new things, gain new experiences, and build a career with unlimited horizons.

PURPOSE

Under general supervision, monitors accuracy of inventory information and makes adjustments to inventory records based on physical verification and computer research. Maintains inventory system quantities and costs on an ongoing basis.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Compiles data from records and shipping/receiving documents, requisitions, contracts and accounting reports.
• Performs cycle counts per schedule, verifying all counts for accuracy by comparing physical counts to computer quantity and identifying discrepancies.
• Researches variances between physical counts and computer quantities and makes appropriate corrections in the system.
• Assigns SKU numbers to inventory, maintaining SKU logic, and maintains/updates SKU files including deleting dropped or changes SKU’s.
• Creates and reviews appropriate reports for management, follows up on discrepancies such as negative on-hands and out-of-stock.
• Understands and observes all safety procedures and practices in order to prevent injury to self or co-workers; attends periodic safety meetings as required; may recommend changes to improve safety procedures.
• Other duties may be assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED) and one (1) year related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

COMPETENCIES

• Ability to read and communicate verbally and in writing
• Working knowledge of material acquisition and inventory processes
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagrammatic form
• Basic mathematical skills
• Ability to compose effective and efficient reports
• Exhibit proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and an enterprise resource planning (ERP) program

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work is performed indoors and outdoors environment and physical activity requirements, subject to variations in temperature and weather, equipment noise and dust.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds frequently and on occasion up to 80 pounds.
• May be required to perform specific tasks that involve climbing, lifting, pushing or kneeling.

At BFS, we want you and your career to be greater than what you ever could have expected. Our supportive, people-first culture will build you up and empower you to do more, be more, and become better every day. Join us and see what’s possible when you can rise to new challenges, learn new skills, and add to your career tool belt every day.

At Builders FirstSource, we offer competitive, affordable benefits designed to make life better for you and the people you love. Our goal is simple — provide great plans that help you and your family to live happier, healthier and more secure lives.

Builders FirstSource is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Builders FirstSource, please call [phone] or email: [e-mail] . Please do not send resumes to this email address - it is intended only to be used to request an accommodation in submitting an application for a job opening.