Inventory Controller: Warehouse Ops & Vendor Liaison

Mill Creek Lumber & Supply Co; Jones (OK); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Mill Creek Lumber & Supply Co in Jones, OK is seeking a Warehouse Inventory Associate for full-time, first shift. You will stock and rotate products, operate a forklift to unload inbound freight, and assist with pulling loads for delivery as needed.

The role requires strong communication, excellent organization, and the ability to maintain accurate records. You will investigate discrepancies, support system upgrades, and collaborate with vendors to resolve issues and ensure timely credit for

Qualifications

• Excellent communication with warehouse staff, purchasing, and vendors.
• Basic understanding of inventory control procedures.
• Proficient keyboarding skills.
• Extremely organized and able to work with minimum supervision.
• Ability to develop professional relationships with vendors.
• Ability to perform basic math calculations.
• Forklift certification preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Stocks and rotates all product.
• Operates forklift to unload inbound freight.
• Assists material handlers on getting loads pulled for delivery when needed.
• Investigates and corrects inventory discrepancies.
• Partners with marketing, pricing, and accounts payable departments to resolve system and/or invoice cost discrepancies and determine corrective action with vendor to resolve.
• Develops and maintains good working relationships with vendors.
• Maintains accurate daily records of goods received and shipments made.
• Manages and maintains inventory system; facilitates upgrades to related database and/or software under the direction of the purchasing or inventory control manager.
• Conducts frequent spot and partial audits of physical inventory.
• Provides sales and informational assistance on products and freight to staff and customers.
• Returns defective merchandise and ensures proper and timely credit is received from vendor.
• Provides guidance and training to less experienced co-workers.
• Assists with periodic (at least annual) physical inventory audits.
• Performs other related duties as requested.

Skills

Excellent communication

Highly organized

Vendor relationship management

Strong math skills

Train others

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Mill Creek Lumber & Supply Co in Jones, OK is seeking a Warehouse Inventory Associate for full-time, first shift. You will stock and rotate products, operate a forklift to unload inbound freight, and assist with pulling loads for delivery as needed.

The role requires strong communication, excellent organization, and the ability to maintain accurate records. You will investigate discrepancies, support system upgrades, and collaborate with vendors to resolve issues and ensure timely credit for