Receiver & Inventory Control Associate

McLane Global Logistics; California; On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

401(k) with Employer Match

Incentive program

Job summary

McLane Global Logistics is seeking an Inventory Control Specialist to manage inventory in a fast-paced warehouse environment. You will perform cycle counts, maintain accurate records, and support management with planning and reconciliation tasks while ensuring safety and policy compliance.

Proficiency in D365, Excel and Word is required, and forklift/cherry-picking experience is preferred. This role involves physical tasks and daily counts to support efficient, accurate inventory control across

Qualifications

• Experience in inventory control or warehouse operations.
• Proficient with Excel/Word/Outlook and basic data entry.

Responsibilities

• Assist in production control, inventory management, scheduling and material planning.
• Keep accurate records of incoming and outgoing shipments and prepare items for shipment.
• Supervise inventory processes and ensure records accuracy; train team members as needed.
• Conduct daily cycle counts and data entry for counts, movements and adjustments.
• Perform system and document audits; track inventory issues and trends for improvements.
• Assist with external audits and resolve variances; respond to item checks from buyers.

Skills

Inventory management

Cycle counting

Multitasking

Communication

Safety awareness

Tools

D365

Excel

Word

Job description

THE COMPANYHeadquartered in Houston, Texas, McLane Global has a growing network of offices and food-grade logistics facilities in California and Utah, as well as top international markets including the Middle East, China, Southeast Asia and beyond. McLane Global leads the industry with top brands, products, and services through four key divisions: International Sales, U.S. Sales and Manufacturing, Logistics and Transportation, and McLane Hunger Solutions.JOB DESCRIPTIONAre you looking for a growing company to join that prides itself on being family-oriented, providing excellence in quality and service while caring for the needs of our customers, employees, and their families? McLane Global is looking for an Inventory Control Specialist to work in a global environment with the ability to assist management of assigned duties and will report directly to the Inventory Control Manager. Employee will handle all inventory requests while manager is traveling to other facilities. Employee will ascend/descend machinery equipment (Cherry Picker). Also, occasionally move and operate a handheld device to count obsolete inventory, verify product, and validate requests from customers in the warehouse. Must be proficient in excel, word, and outlook.ROLE RESPONSIBILITIESAssist in coordinating and planning the production control, inventory management, scheduling, and material planningAssist in the coordination and direct the activities related with keeping accurate records on the incoming as well as outgoing shipments and preparing the items so that they can be shippedAssist in Management and coordination of the activities all the team members engaged in inventory control and inventory record accuracyEnsure all Team members are properly trained and up to date on all company policiesExecute daily inventory planning and supervise that processes are being followedAssist CSR’s with any inventory inquiries or customer requestsFollows all safety procedures in performing work as well as company policiesPerforms minimum 150 daily cycle counts and verification of material movementEnters data for quantities of parts issued, transferred, relocated, inventory cycle counts and adjustments in database or spreadsheetsConducts system and document audits of various material movement processesProvides physical inventory movement, as necessaryTracks and analyzes various related inventory issues or problemsReconciles inventory, movement, or misplacementConducts and provides inventory trend analysis identifying changes for process improvementEstimates reserves for slow or obsolete inventoryAssists during inventory related external auditsAbility to multitask efficiently and prioritize workConduct accurate cycle count of inventory locations per handheld device in the warehouse and make system updates as requiredResearch and resolve inventory variancesValidate dating of product in the warehouse and update as requiredAudit and correct inbound receiving paperworkRespond to buyer requests for item checks in the warehouseCoordinate the handling of obsolete and at-risk inventory (vendor returns, donations, recalls, Expired product) to include identifying, communicating, adjusting, and validating productAll other duties assigned by managerMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSIntermediate to advanced computer skills in D365, Excel, and WordAble to read, write and speak English fluentlyCherry-picker (Minimum 6-months)Forklift Operator (Preferred)Inventory (Minimum 1 year)Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Professional demeanor and a sense of urgency in resolving customer concernsBasic knowledge of computer skills to include printer, Outlook, internet and learn to work with software applications as addedWORKING CONDITIONS (Include Physical Demands)Must be able to transport up to 40lb.Must be able to Stoop, kneel, Crouch and CrawlMust be able to Climb (Stairs/Ladders)Must be able to perform duties in ambient warehouse. (Hazardous materials, loud noise, or extreme heat/cold)Ability to walk (move) consistently for up to 8 hours.OTHERCompetitive base compensation with an extremely rewarding incentive compensation planFull Benefits including Medical, Dental and Vision401(k) with Employer MatchA high energy, face paced, team environment that has fun winning every day, week, month, and year!All offers are contingent upon passing a background check and drug screeningNo company visa sponsorshipsNo phone call or walk in inquiries for this position, apply online to be consideredDISCLAIMEREmployee MUST be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.Furthermore, job descriptions typically change over time as requirements and employee skill levels change. The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.