Inventory Specialist

Sonwil Distribution Center, Inc.; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 53,010,000 - 56,363,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonwil Distribution Center, Inc. in Buffalo, NY is seeking an Inventory Specialist to monitor warehouse inventory and perform routine cycle counts for SKU locations and reported stock.

The role includes researching discrepancies and ensuring accurate inventory across locations. The position requires a high school diploma or GED, 2 years of cycle counting experience, and the ability to operate pallet jack, forklift, and order picker.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2 years' cycle counting experience preferred.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work under pressure.
• Must be able to use pallet jack, forklift and order picker.

Responsibilities

• Verify inventory accuracy through daily cycle counts.
• Research discrepancies to determine root causes of variances.
• Ensure materials are in correct locations and locate misplaced items.
• Analyze SKU velocity and consolidate locations.
• Report discrepancies to Inventory Control Manager.
• Handle miscellaneous warehouse duties as needed.
• Use RF equipment to complete cycle counts.

Skills

Cycle counting

Problem-solving

Self-motivated

Ability to work under pressure

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Pallet jack

Forklift

Order picker

Job description

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Inventory Specialist

Regular Full Time Clerical Buffalo, NY, US 1 Attachments

9 days ago Requisition ID: 1278

Salary Range: $18.50 To $19.67 Hourly

Job purpose

The Inventory Control Specialist is responsible for monitoring warehouse inventory and performing routine cycle counts to ensure that all SKU's and locations are properly verified and that reported inventory is accurate. Performs additional duties as assigned.

Duties and responsibilities

• Verifies the accuracy of inventory by cycle counting parts and finished goods on a daily basis (Open cartons, bundles, and other containers to count items to determine quantity on hand)
• Research discrepancies to determine the root cause of the variance prior to reconciling
• Ensure materials are in proper locations. Conduct searches in order to locate misplaced inventory.
• Analyze SKU velocity and consolidate locations.
• Report discrepancies or over/under amounts and any damaged product to Inventory Control Manager
• Breakdown boxes and pallets as necessary to fit shelving
• Identify conditions within the facility that are contributing to inventory inaccuracies
• Use RF equipment to complete cycle counts
• Miscellaneous warehouse activities: location consolidation and inventory restocks.
• Identify mistakes/inconsistencies that may affect the overall accuracy of the inventory and report findings to Inventory Control Manager
• All other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• 2 years' experience of cycle counting in a warehouse environment preferred
• Problem-solving skills
• Must be able to use pallet jack, forklift and order picker. Previous experience preferred
• Self-motivated
• Ability to work under pressure

Safety Requirements

• Must wear ear protection.
• Must wear closed toed shoes.
• Must wear safety vest.

Physical requirements

• While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, talk, hear and use feet, hands and fingers to handle products, keyboards and controls. The employee is required to walk and reach with hands and arms, and lift or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.