ROAD & BRIDGE DEPARTMENT - INVENTORY CONTROL CLERK, INTERMEDIATE

County-of-El-Paso,-T; Fabens (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The County of El Paso is seeking an Inventory Control Clerk, Intermediate to coordinate all commodities movement and storage, and to process procurement for diversified goods. The role involves expediting orders and maintaining accurate inventory records to support departmental needs.

Responsibilities include inventory counts, surplus materials handling, asset tagging, audits, loss prevention, and maintaining documentation to ensure compliance and efficient operations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent with 3 years procurement experience and 2 years inventory.
• Or equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record required.

Responsibilities

• Assists with procurement and maintains inventory records for the department.
• Order, receive and record assets, materials, equipment and hardware.
• Keeps records of surplus materials and updates inventory projections.
• Takes inventories and maintains optimum stock levels for timely deliveries.
• Operates materials handling equipment and ensures safe storage.
• Performs quality checks on stored inventory and discards non-conforming items.
• Maintains records, conducts audits, and tracks assets during audits.

Skills

Inventory management

Procurement

Record keeping

Warehouse operations

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Acceptable Experience and Education

High School Diploma or equivalent, and three (3) years of procurement experience with two (2) years of inventory or a related field;

Orany equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Certificates, Licenses, and other Requirements

Must have or obtain by date of hire a valid driver's license applicable to job responsibilities, with a driving record acceptable to the County of El Paso.

In order to access the County's network and systems, a personal mobile smart device is required by the hire start date.

Essential Duties

Assists with procurement keeps records of the inventory for the Department of Infrastructure Services, so that items are accurately stocked and stored where they belong. Some of their daily responsibilities include:

Order, Receive and record all assets, materials, equipment and hardware;

Keeps records of surplus materials and updates system for projecting inventory;

Takes inventories of all items in stock and maintains optimum inventory levels to ensure timely deliveries to meet departmental requirements;

Recommends layouts for maximum use and operation of warehouse or storage space;

Operates materials handling equipment; ensures that items are properly and safely stored;

Evaluates function and quality of materials purchased;

Inventories and issues frequently used supplies and materials for county departments;

Receives and disburses surplus or disposable items;

Maintains records and files;

Responsible for identifying and tracking all assets during audits of assets;

Assists in the transfer of items;

Tags, counts and documents county assets;

Managing inventory by stocking and cataloging products;

Performing quality checks on stored inventory and discarding inventory that does not meet the minimum standards;

Implements loss prevention programs;

Updates, maintains inventory records and reconciles all inventory records yearly; and

Investigates new products, costs and comparables and orders products. Checks for accuracy of product details and testing new products accuracy of product details and testing new products.

Other Important Duties

Performs such other related duties as may be assigned;

Substitutes, if assigned during temporary absences by performing delegated duties sufficient to maintain continuity of normal operations;

Commits self to providing excellent customer service and demonstrates commitment through cooperative team and individual efforts;

Creates a high-quality work culture through participation in and emphasis on training and mentoring to develop leadership, management, and technical skills in self and all employees, including safety related training and skills; and

As members of the County of El Paso Emergency Response System, all El Paso County employees are designated as Disaster Service Workers during a proclaimed emergency and may be required to train on emergency response and/or perform certain emergency services at the direction of their supervisor.

Summary of Position

The Inventory Control Clerk, Intermediate under general supervision, moderately complex clerical and warehouse work coordinating all commodities and equipment movement and storage; performs procurement work placing and expediting orders for diversified goods; and performs related work as required.

Minimum Requirements: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of: English usage, grammar, punctuation and spelling; techniques for effective interpersonal communications; modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment to include Windows and Microsoft based products; printing, copying, and postage equipment and related equipment; warehouse procedures and paper flow, bills of lading and invoicing; Skill/Ability to: use of material handling equipment; operate personal computer using standard Office operating software and general office equipment; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; make mathematical computations; prepare clear, concise and comprehensive written reports, and staff studies; perform arithmetical calculations with speed and accuracy; ability to organize and expedite orders; operate assigned equipment safely and efficiently; work rapidly and accurately with numbers, codes, and symbols; and establish and maintain cooperative and effective relationships with those contacted during the course of work.

Each and every county position requires the following professional skills and abilities as key and necessary elements of performance:

• Demonstrate regular and reliable attendance;
• Work well with others and participate fully in a team oriented environment;
• Interface with other employees and customers in a courteous and respectful manner;
• Maintain strict confidentiality;
• Project positive support of their department and all county organizations at all times; and,

Maintain and enhance the County's commitment to customer service excellence

Organizational Relationships

Reports to:Warehouse Foremen

Directs: This is a non-supervisory position.

Other: Has contact with vendors and customers, various County departments and the general public.