Inventory Coordinator

Ace Hardware Corporation; Whitehouse (OH); On-site; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Opportunities for growth and advance­-

Health, dental, and vision insurance (

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Ace Hardware Corporation is seeking an Inventory Coordinator to oversee inventory operations, ensuring accurate counts and timely replenishment across locations. The role requires strong analytical skills and comfort with inventory systems like Epicor.

Ideal candidates have detail-oriented, organized temperaments and can collaborate effectively with store teams to optimize stock levels and reporting. This full-time position supports seasonal planning and inventory control initiatives.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Epicor and Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to analyze data and make informed decisions.
• Fluent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to lift and move merchandise as needed.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain accurate inventory levels.
• Conduct regular stock counts and audits.
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Coordinate product replenishment and transfers between locations.
• Maintain organized stockrooms and ensure proper product handling.
• Generate and analyze inventory reports to identify trends and opportunities.
• Assist in implementing inventory control procedures and best practices.
• Support seasonal inventory planning and promotional stock needs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Data analysis

Fluent communication

Teamwork

Inventory thinking

Education

High school diploma

Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Epicor

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Inventory Coordinator to oversee and manage inventory operations. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate inventory counts by performing accurate inventory practices. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, has strong analytical skills, and is comfortable working with inventory management systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor and maintain accurate inventory levels


• Conduct regular stock counts and audits


• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies in a timely manner


• Coordinate product replenishment and transfers between locations


• Maintain organized stockrooms and ensure proper product handling


• Generate and analyze inventory reports to identify trends and opportunities


• Assist in implementing inventory control procedures and best practices


• Support seasonal inventory planning and promotional stock needs

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (associate or bachelor’s degree preferred)


• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills


• Proficiency in inventory management software (Epicor) and Microsoft Excel


• Ability to analyze data and make informed decisions


• Fluent communication and teamwork skills


• Ability to lift and move merchandise as needed

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with POS systems and retail operations


• Familiarity with Epicor (Eagle Browser), Excel


• Problem-solving mindset with a proactive approach

Benefits:

• Employee discounts


• Opportunities for growth and advancement


• Health, dental, and vision insurance (if applicable)


• Paid time off and holidays

Company Introduction

We are your local hardware store and we are a part of your community. Ace Hardware has over 5,000 stores around the world with the majority of those stores independently owned and operated by local entrepreneurs. These hard working men and women are part of the fabric of your community. They are small business owners who are local and loyal...just like it ought to be. While others have become large and impersonal, at Ace, we've remained small and very personal. That's why we say a visit to Ace, is like a visit to your neighbor.