Part-Time Inventory Control Specialist (Retail)

Ace Hardware Corporation; Olathe (KS); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Ace Retail Group in Olathe is seeking a part-time Inventory Coordinator (OlatheWest 186) to maintain store inventory integrity and support operations for 20-30 hours per week. You will ensure proper receiving, cycle counts, and adjustments, while delivering strong customer service and accurate inventory control.

Responsibilities include researching discrepancies, using Mango reports, coordinating with freight and store leadership, and training others in inventory best practices.

Qualifications

• Must work independently or on a team to complete multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-starter with strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to research and find root cause of inventory discrepancies.
• Retail store experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure POs are properly received from Ace and non-Ace vendors.
• Report inventory discrepancies such as over/short and damages from orders received.
• Work with the freight captain to ensure proper receiving and replenishment upon arrival at the store.
• Ensure all outs are researched by scanning the location using a mobile device, determining cause, and following all processes to correct the errors.
• Utilize Mango reports and programs along with daily cycle counts to maintain inventory accuracy.
• Follow defective merchandise procedures to ensure credits are received.
• Maintain on hand integrity throughout the store by reviewing inventory discrepancies to determine the cause of the discrepancy.
• Counts must be adjusted as needed after the matter has been properly researched.
• Maintain oversight of price changes, location codes, inventory levels, and adjustments.
• Coordinates store preparation for periodic full store physical inventories.
• Participates in Inventory Coordinator training and shares knowledge with other store associates.
• Work with Store Support Center departments to ensure proper inventory controls are in place.
• Partner with management to report and solve inventory concerns.
• Complete all other inventory functions as assigned by management.

Skills

Independent work

Critical thinking

Communication

Organizational skills

Inventory discrepancy research

Retail experience

Tools

Mango reports

Job description

Ace Retail Group in Olathe is seeking a part-time Inventory Coordinator (OlatheWest 186) to maintain store inventory integrity and support operations for 20-30 hours per week. You will ensure proper receiving, cycle counts, and adjustments, while delivering strong customer service and accurate inventory control.

Responsibilities include researching discrepancies, using Mango reports, coordinating with freight and store leadership, and training others in inventory best practices.