INVENTORY MANAGEMENT CLERK

City of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Houston is seeking a Warehouse Operations/Procurement/Warehouse Management team member to manage PPE, EMS supplies, and station materials at the Distribution Center (Reporting Location: 1205 DART).

Responsibilities include requisition, receiving, storage, and coordinating with SPD (Purchasing) to ensure SAP records match physical items; lifting up to 50 pounds; workdays Mon-Fri 7:00 AM–4:00 PM; may be on call during emergencies.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED.
• Three months of inventory control or materials management experience.
• Forklift and other materials handling equipment experience may be required.
• Valid Texas driver’s license may be required per policy.

Responsibilities

• Requisition, receiving, and storage of PPE and supplies.
• Coordinate procurement with SPD (Purchasing) for hard-to-find materials.
• Ensure SAP documentation matches physical items during receiving.
• Maintain accurate records of transactions and storage areas.
• Assist with inventory recovery and secure storage conditions.
• Perform general warehouse duties and support during emergencies.

Skills

SAP

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Inventory management system

Job description

Applications accepted from: All Persons Interested

Section: HFD Warehouse Operations/Procurement/Warehouse Management

Reporting Location: 1205 DART

Workdays & Hours: MONDAY – FRIDAY 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM*

• Subject to Change

Applications accepted from: All Persons Interested

Section: HFD Warehouse Operations/Procurement/Warehouse Management

Reporting Location: 1205 DART

Workdays & Hours: MONDAY – FRIDAY 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM*

• Subject to Change

Description Of Duties / Essential Functions

Responsible for managing vital Fire Fighting and EMS, Personal Protection Equipment, and Station supplies as required by HFD. Responsibilities include the requisition, receiving, and storage of all PPE and supplies. Must be able to work closely with SPD (Purchasing) in coordinating the procurement of hard-to-find materials. At times, this position requires an ability to work separately from the other members of the distribution team. This is a crucial position in the chain of care for the citizens of Houston.

Primary Responsibilities

• The preferred candidate will have some working knowledge of SAP or other inventory management system.
• Able to manage an automated order system to ensure there are an adequate number of supplies in a very restrictive space.
• Able to manage the storage of EMS material within a warehouse racking system.
• Will be responsible for partnering with the receiving clerk to ensure that physical items entering the Distribution Center match the SAP documentation perfectly.
• Makes proper notations for precise documentation of all transactions.
• May be required to be on duty during emergencies or large events such as hurricanes, flooding, or special events such as the Super Bowl at the discretion of HFD management.
• Maintains storerooms, warehouses, and storage areas in a clean, orderly, safe and secure condition. Ensures safety and security of materials, supplies and property.
• Participates in Inventory recovery ensuring the security of materials, supplies and property.
• General warehouse duties such as, but not limited to pulling, sorting and packing items for transfer, distribution and/or delivery to HFD locations.
• Assumes other duties as assigned by

WORKING CONDITIONS

The position requires lifting heavy items of up to 50 pounds and/or walking on rough surfaces routinely. There are routine discomforts from exposure to moderate heart, cold, moisture/wetness and unpleasant air conditions. The position may involve routine exposure to soiled materials and light chemical substances such as cleaning solutions.

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Requires a high school diploma or a GED.

Experience Requirements

Three months of inventory control, materials management, record keeping or clerical experience is required. May require experience in operating a forklift and other motorized or non-motorized materials handling equipment.

License Requirements

May require a valid Texas driver's license and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving.

PREFERENCES

• Must have a valid Texas Driver's License and compliance with the City of Houston policy on driving (AP 2-2).
• Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**

GENERAL INFORMATION

Selection / Skills Tests Required

The Department may administer skills assessment test

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION

Yes

SALARY INFORMATION

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate’s qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

The salary range for this position is: Salary Range - Pay Grade 9

EOE – Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.