Operational Inventory Controller

PARR; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

2 weeks vacation + annual increases

Sick days

7 holidays

Medical plan with low deductible

Dental, Vision

EAP

Footwear subsidy

401(k) match

Profit sharing

Tuition reimbursement

Referral bonus

Job summary

PARR is the total source for homebuilding supplies, solutions, and services. We provide building materials to professional builders and multifamily projects with Legendary Service and quality products.

This OIC role emphasizes precise inventory control, cycle counts, and collaboration with Location Management. The position reports to the Location Manager and requires strong organization, attention to detail, and the ability to work with cross-functional teams including Receiving, Load Checkers,

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Experienced in the Lumber industry.
• Knowledgeable in inventory control principles and protocols.
• Ability to speak, write, and read English required.
• Must be able to operate a personal computer, smartphone, scanner, and any other equipment necessary for the job.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Point-of-sale system experience.
• Class C driver’s license and must have and maintain a good driving record required.
• Understanding of auditing best practices preferred.
• Ability to operate a forklift preferred.
• Shoes that are puncture resistant, slip resistant, and made of leather or composite material required.

Responsibilities

• Perform inventory counts daily as required (cycle counts, stock checks).
• Maintain accurate inventory counts in relation to system counts.
• Audit and investigate causes of inventory discrepancies.
• Maintain and correct negative quantities.
• Adjust for product damage, theft, or cull.
• Audit for dead stock and non-stock inventory.
• Collaborate with other OICs to resolve issues.
• Maintain product locations and site location map.
• Assist with receiving and stocking and customer service at the location.
• Support with duties from location management as needed.

Skills

Inventory control

Auditing

English proficiency

PC/Scanner operation

Microsoft Office

POS system experience

Driver's license (Class C)

Forklift (experience)

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Point-of-sale system

Scanner hardware

Forklift equipment

Job description

PARR is the total source for homebuilding supplies, solutions, and services. We focus on supplying building materials and solutions to professional home builders of all sizes including custom builders, large production builders, and multifamily builders. Our customers and community members know that they can rely on us for Legendary Service and quality products.

Pay: $22.10-$24.24 hourly

The Operational Inventory Controller (OIC) maintains the accuracy of physical counts in relation to the point-of-sale system. The OIC is someone with a high level of organization skills and is detail oriented and highly accurate.

This position reports directly to the Location Manager, and will work closely with Location Management, Receiving Coordinator, Load Checker, Material Return Coordinator, and Dispatcher. This position will also be requested to work with other OIC’s as needed to assist with work load and training of newer team members.

Duties and Responsibilities

Primary Inventory Duties

• Perform inventory counts daily as required. i.e. cycle counts, stock checks, empty peg/bin counts, etc.
• Maintains accurate inventory physical counts in relationship to system inventory counts at a level that meets Company standards.
• Audit, research, and investigate causes of inventory discrepancies between actual on-hand and system quantities as a result of cycle counts, stock checks, empty peg/bin counts, backorders, negative quantities, word-of-mouth, etc.
• Maintain, research and correct negative quantities
• Maintain and perform adjustments due to product damage, theft, cull, etc.
• Audit and maintain inventory for dead stock in accordance to the Company’s policy and best practices
• Audit and maintain special order (non-stock) inventory to reduce loss in accordance to the Company’s policy and best practice
• Collaborate with other OIC’s to resolve inventory related issues

Additional Inventory Related Responsibilities

• Maintain product locations (bins) and site location map
• Organize, coach, and participate in physical inventories and if applicable, perpetual physical inventory
• Collaborates with Yard Management and staff to avoid discrepancies
• Collaborate with Yard Management to develop methods and best practices to limit lost inventory due to theft or damages
• Collaborate with the Receiving Coordinator, Load Checker and Dispatcher to ensure product readiness and On-Time-In-Full commitments are being met
• Participate in the Inventory Exchange Program and team audits of other locations when needed
• Coach fellow team members on proper inventory processes and best practices
• Maintain records of inventory adjustments, changes, and counts as an auditing tool

Location Responsibilities as assigned by location manager

• Help teammates with customer service issues
• Assist customers when appropriate (Do not walk past a customer)
• Assist with receiving and material return process
• Assist with stocking and facing of product
• Assist with maintenance of retail pricing labels
• Assist with additional duty requests from location management team
• Be a safety advocate
• Must be adaptable and willing to do what’s needed for the good of the location

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Experienced in the Lumber industry
• Knowledgeable in inventory control principles and protocols
• Ability to speak, write, and read English required
• Must be able to operate a personal computer, smartphone, scanner, and any other equipment necessary for the job
• Proficiency in Microsoft, Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Point-of-sale system experience
• Class C driver’s license and must have and maintain a good driving record required
• Understanding of auditing best practices preferred
• Ability to operate a forklift preferred
• Shoes that are puncture resistant, slip resistant, and made of leather or composite material required

Interpersonal Skills

• Ability to work cordially, professionally, diplomatically and with a high level of customer service in a dynamic environment
• Demonstrate sound judgment in dealing with sensitive business matters with internal and external customers of all types
• Must maintain confidentiality and accuracy of all information related to company finances and records, particularly, cost of goods purchased and sold
• Ability and willingness to identify processes, tools and/or procedures that may be improved upon to improve the workplace and outcomes for our customers
• Displays strong communication skills, to include, but is not limited to: in-person (verbal and non-verbal), via video conference, written, e-mail, and telephone
• Strong focus, planning, organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage changing priorities, handle multiple projects, and do what is necessary to meet deadlines, while maintaining a high degree of attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to function independently, as part of a team, and as a leader with a positive attitude, strong work ethic and commitment to excellence
• Ability to think and respond quickly, positively, and professionally to constantly changing circumstances
• Ability to appropriately manage stress and interact with others

Working Conditions

This position requires a rotating schedule between assigned locations in a set region. The working environment is fast paced and with teams that have a variety of personalities. Availability for extended/overnight travel may be requested.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time
• Must be able to work in a variety of environments
• Must be able to lift/push/pull up to 20 pounds and carry objects 50 feet
• Must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions

We know that without great people, we can’t be a great company. Voted as one of the “Top Places to Work” by the Oregonian for the 3rd year in a row, we offer industry-leading benefits:

• Everyone starts earning 2 weeks of vacation per year on day 1, and gains an additional day every year worked up to 4 weeks off

• Employee paid sick days

• 7 holidays

• Standard medical plan with a very low $1,000 deductible

• Dental, Vision, EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

• Massage, Chiropractic and Acupuncture coverage

• FSA (Flexible Spending Account) and Childcare pretax spending programs

• Footwear subsidy through boot vendor after 90 days of employment

• Up to 50% match on the first 6% you contribute to your 401(k) after 1 year of employment and fully vested at the end of your 3rd year

• In addition to the 401(k) match, there a 3% profit share contribution to the 401(k), with Board approval

• Tuition reimbursement (up to $2,500/year)

• Annual profit sharing (every full time employee who worked the full year earned a minimum of $525 for the 2024 year)

• $1,000 referral bonus

PARR Promotes!

We have a transparent pay structure, and love to promote from within. Our current CEO started with the company as a driver and by being open to change and a self-starter he climbed the ranks to the role he has today. There are many members of our management team who started their careers in our entry-level positions. If you’re willing to work hard, there’s no reason you won’t earn regular merit increases and promotions. There is A LOT of opportunity - PARR is growing fast!

We value our employees like family and are constantly working to provide a safe place to work for our employees. Most of our locations are not open past 5 and all our locations are closed on Sundays.

Our company mission is Legendary Service through Teamwork , and we take that seriously. When you join our team, you’re joining a family owned company that’s been in business for 90 years, with a well-established reputation as a leader within the building material supply industry in the United States.