Purchasing & Inventory Control Assistant

Adams; Elkhorn (WI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a detail-oriented Purchasing & Inventory Control Assistant to manage inventory and purchasing processes. This entry-level role combines office and warehouse duties, ensuring efficient stock management and accurate documentation. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational and communication skills, with a focus on teamwork and customer service. Enjoy a competitive hourly wage, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for advancement in a supportive work environment that values employee engagement and camaraderie.

Benefits

401(k) matching

Company parties

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record required.
• Some experience with forklifts and computerized inventory systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain inventory levels and coordinate orders with managers.
• Ensure accuracy of purchasing documents and maintain daily records.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Inventory Management

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Business Software Systems

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Purchasing & Inventory Control Assistant

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Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
  
  
  

Adams Power has been in the Elkhorn, WI area for over 35-years - providing exceptional service by way of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and Home-backup power solutions. We are a family-owned, values-driven company with six locations across Wisconsin, with one location in Illinois. Our amazing customers and team has excelled us to one of the top places to work in our areas!

We are seeking a Purchasing & Inventory Control Assistant to help maintain the organization’s inventory and ordering of purchases. This position is a combination of office/administrative work and warehouse duties.

Adams is proud to offer a competitive entry-level pay of $18-$20 per hour with full benefits that includes health, dental, vision, and life insurance as well as a employer matching 401K, paid time off, and paid holidays! We also value team-building and overall camaraderie by hosting several activities throughout the year to celebrate our great culture and atmosphere!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain consistent stock of inventory and orders new stock up to pre-authorized limit as inventory decreases.
• Coordinate with managers to maintain inventory levels.
• Ensure purchasing documents are complete and accurate
• Reconciliation of purchase orders and order confirmations
• Maintain accurate daily records of goods received
• Receive material information into business software system
• Generate return authorization requests as needed
• Conduct periodic cycle counts and assists with physical inventory
• Operate forklift truck
• Stock shelves, assists with labeling of inventory as needed
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
  
  
  

Minimum Experience Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record (past 5-years)
• Some experience placing and removing pallets using a forklift is preferred (will train)
• Familiarity with purchasing and inventory concepts is preferred (will train)
• Experience with computerized inventory systems preferred (will train)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
  
  
  

Schedule:

The schedule for this role is primarily Monday – Friday, day-time hours. Later hours and weekends may be required depending on our workload and the needs/schedules of our customers/clients. This position is 100% on-site at our location in Elkhorn, WI.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the Employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The Employee is frequently required to sit, stand, bend, twist, walk, and use both hands simultaneously. The Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds of weight. Specific vision abilities this job requires include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Computer Skills:

PC proficiency is required, with experience in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel and Outlook

Reasoning Ability:

Requires the ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables. Can interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Mathematical Skills:

Must be able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Work Environment:

The Employee works in an office environment. Generally, the work environment's noise level is usually very quiet. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Adams Power provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Construction

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