Supply Chain Associate

IDEXX; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health / Dental / Vision Benefits Day‑

5% matching 401k

Generous PTO benefits

10 paid holidays per year

$500 towards diagnostics for your pets

Job summary

IDEXX Memphis Distribution Center is seeking a Forklift Certified Clerical Supply Chain Associate to support inbound receiving, clerical tasks, and material handling. This onsite 1st shift role (Mon-Fri, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM) combines computer-based inventory transactions with hands-on warehouse work to ensure accurate receiving, storage, and shipment processing.

The ideal candidate has a High School diploma, 2+ years in warehouse/inventory, forklift experience, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience (required).
• At least 2 years of warehouse, distribution, receiving, or inventory control experience (required).
• Experience receiving inventory and processing inbound shipments using computerized inventory or warehouse management systems (required).
• Strong computer skills, including experience working within inventory management, warehouse management, or ERP systems (required).
• At least 1 year of experience operating forklifts and powered industrial equipment, including reach trucks and dock stockers (required).
• Experience using RF scanners and computerized inventory tracking systems (required).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate professionally and effectively with team members and leadership (required).
• Strong attention to detail with experience accurately reviewing inventory transactions, quantities, product descriptions, and shipment documentation (required).
• Ability to balance clerical responsibilities with hands‑on warehouse and material handling activities (required).
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a fast‑paced distribution environment (required).
• Coachable, adaptable, and open to cross‑training and continuous improvement opportunities (required).
• Fluent in English for both verbal and written communication (required).
• Comfortable working from varying heights while operating warehouse equipment and performing inventory tasks (required).
• Able to meet the physical and environmental requirements of working in a warehouse setting, including extended standing and sitting, frequent computer use, lifting up to 50-70 lbs., and working near moving industrial equipment and in varying temperature environments (required).

Responsibilities

• Receive inbound shipments using warehouse management systems and record inventory.
• Verify incoming products against POs and packing slips.
• Unload product and transport inventory with warehouse equipment.
• Operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment safely.
• Support picking, packing, labeling, loading, and shipping.
• Maintain accurate inventory records with RF scanners.
• Collaborate with team to meet daily goals.
• Maintain clean and safe warehouse environment.

Skills

Forklift operation

RF scanning

Inventory systems

Attention to detail

Communication skills

English fluency

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Warehouse management systems

ERP systems

RF scanners

Job description

As a Forklift Certified Clerical Supply Chain Associate, you will support warehouse operations within IDEXX's Memphis Distribution Center through a combination of receiving, clerical, and material handling responsibilities. This cross-functional role is responsible for accurately receiving inbound inventory using warehouse management systems, safely unloading and storing products, and supporting outbound distribution activities to ensure products move efficiently throughout the facility. This is a 1st shift onsite role, Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM-3:30 PM.

Why This Role Matters

This role is essential to maintaining the flow of inventory throughout IDEXX's distribution network. You will combine warehouse operations and clerical responsibilities to ensure inbound products are accurately received, recorded, and stored while also supporting inventory accuracy and efficient order fulfillment. Your work directly impacts operational efficiency, customer satisfaction, inventory integrity, and shipment accuracy. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys a balance of computer-based inventory transactions and hands‑on warehouse work, thrives in a fast‑paced environment, and takes pride in accuracy, teamwork, and continuous learning through cross‑training opportunities.

In This Role

• You will receive inbound shipments using warehouse management systems and computer‑based inventory tools, ensuring products are accurately entered into inventory.
• You will verify incoming products against purchase orders, packing slips, and shipment documentation while maintaining accurate inventory records.
• You will unload received product and safely transport inventory throughout the warehouse using powered industrial equipment.
• You will operate reach trucks, dock stockers, forklifts, electric pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment to move and store materials safely and efficiently.
• You will put away received inventory into designated warehouse locations while maintaining inventory accuracy and organization.
• You will use RF scanners, warehouse management systems, and other computerized systems to track inventory movement, confirm transactions, and maintain accurate records.
• You will support picking, packing, labeling, loading, and shipping activities as needed to support operational priorities.
• You will verify item numbers, product descriptions, quantities, and inventory transactions to ensure accuracy throughout the receiving and distribution process.
• You will perform clerical and administrative inventory functions associated with receiving, inventory control, and warehouse operations.
• You will collaborate with warehouse team members, inventory personnel, and leadership to support daily operational goals and changing business needs.
• You will maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment while following established operational and safety procedures.
• You will participate in cross‑training across receiving, inventory, clerical, and warehouse functions to support operational flexibility and team success.

What You Need To Succeed

• High School diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience (required).
• At least 2 years of warehouse, distribution, receiving, or inventory control experience (required).
• Experience receiving inventory and processing inbound shipments using computerized inventory or warehouse management systems (required).
• Strong computer skills, including experience working within inventory management, warehouse management, or ERP systems (required).
• At least 1 year of experience operating forklifts and powered industrial equipment, including reach trucks and dock stockers (required).
• Experience using RF scanners and computerized inventory tracking systems (required).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate professionally and effectively with team members and leadership (required).
• Strong attention to detail with experience accurately reviewing inventory transactions, quantities, product descriptions, and shipment documentation (required).
• Ability to balance clerical responsibilities with hands‑on warehouse and material handling activities (required).
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a fast‑paced distribution environment (required).
• Coachable, adaptable, and open to cross‑training and continuous improvement opportunities (required).
• Fluent in English for both verbal and written communication (required).
• Comfortable working from varying heights while operating warehouse equipment and performing inventory tasks (required).
• Able to meet the physical and environmental requirements of working in a warehouse setting, including extended standing and sitting, frequent computer use, lifting up to 50-70 lbs., and working near moving industrial equipment and in varying temperature environments (required).

Schedule

• Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM.
• Shifts and hours may vary slightly based on business needs.
• Reliable attendance is essential to supporting operational continuity and customer commitments.

What You Can Expect From Us

• An hourly rate target of $19.00 / hour based on experience, plus an additional $1.00 / hour after successful completion of our forklift training
• Opportunity for annual cash bonus
• Opportunity for performance based annual merit increase
• Health / Dental / Vision Benefits Day-One
• 5% matching 401k
• Generous PTO benefits
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Safe location in a modern environment
• Temperature controlled work environment
• $500 towards diagnostics for your pets
• Additional benefits including but not limited to financial support, mental health resources, wellness resources, volunteer paid days off, foundation donation matching, and much more!

Why IDEXX

We're proud of the work we do, because our work matters. An innovation leader in every industry we serve since 1983, our team members help pet owners worldwide keep their companion animals healthy and happy, ensure safe drinking water for billions, and help farmers protect livestock and poultry from disease.

We have customers in over 175 countries and a collaborative global workforce. Our culture embraces challenges and encourages learning and discovery. At IDEXX, you'll be supported by competitive compensation, incentives, and benefits while enjoying purposeful work that drives improvement. If meaningful work and a sense of purpose are at the top of your list, you'll find it here. Let's pursue what matters together.

IDEXX values a diverse workforce and workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.