Empire Today Northlake , IL 60164
Posted 2 months ago
Inventory Control Specialist (Distribution Center)
Are you ready to grow your career? Empire Today is looking for an Inventory Control Specialist (Distribution Center) to join our dynamic team of professionals. The Inventory Control Specialist (Distribution Center) completes warehouse activities to manage and improve inventory accuracy, job quality, and customer satisfaction. These duties include but are not limited to Cycle, quality and accuracy of physical inventory storage, quarantine or other segregation of inventory, return-to-vendor processing, and product/bin labeling, zoning, and slotting. The Inventory Control Specialist (Distribution Center) is responsible for inventory variances in the DC and will interact daily with supervisors and managers to correct gaps in inventory process or storage. This position requires long periods of standing and lifting, as well as the proper use of a Microsoft warehouse management system.
We offer:
Health benefits with quick enrollment - medical, dental, and vision.
401K plan with premium 4% company match.
Paid time off & holiday pay.
Wellness Program.
Professional development & career advancement opportunities.
Quarterly incentive program.
Lots of perks!
Responsibilities:
Responsible for the timely completion of all inventory management processes including:
Daily and monthly cycle counts and audits
Inventory maintenance: Aged Inventory, In-Transit bins, Installer bins, and Adjustments
Daily audits of all physical locations/bins to ensure inventory is in the proper condition and located in the correct bins
Completion of all assigned counts for Quarterly and Annual Physical Inventory
Accurate counts of all "Equipment" and "Sample boards"
Partner with DC and Market leaders to identify and correct inventory inaccuracies, including writing and completing corrective action plans
Improve the accuracy of inventory storage
Decrease the average time to resolve inventory accuracy issues such as:
Timely reconciling of inventory reports
Identifying or acting on product quality issues
Support the training of new and existing employees on all inventory control processes:
EOS Process adherence
Physical storage standards
Issue resolution, to include the proper steps to correct system and physical counts
Review EOS reports to identify issues/opportunities with inventory accuracy, variances, or aging.
Support installation warehouses in the DC network with their local inventory management efforts
Serve as the local leader for all physical inventories
Actively implement all safety policies to create a strong safety culture
Adhere to all posted Federal and State requirements, and all Company safety and operational policies and SOPs.
Additional responsibilities as assigned or required
Qualifications:
High School Diploma/GED required
Computer skills (D365, Tableau, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook,)
Strong oral and written communication skills
Detail oriented
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to multi-task; strong analytical skills
Ability to work independently; and ability to set priorities, solve problems, and meet deadlines
Self-starter, action-oriented, problem-resolution-focused approach and personality
Ability to work a variety of shifts including weekends if necessary
Ability to operate a forklift, scissor lift, and other equipment as necessary
Associate will spend time working on a computer which requires using a keyboard to enter data and send and respond to emails.
This position requires the ability to use an RF device to input and receive data
This position requires the ability to use a phone and write with a pen or pencil
The ability to physically and mentally perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation
The ability to lift and/or move up to 75 pounds
Ability to move throughout the warehouse
Operate a forklift and move product with equipment or manually
This position requires the capability to work a variety of different hours throughout the day
The ability to report to work on a regular basis
Why Empire Today?
We empower our employees to strive for their unique goals. Within such an inclusive company with unlimited growth opportunities, how far you go is up to you.
We take care of our people. We start investing in you from day one. The perks and benefits we offer help you live well, both at work and at home.
We have an unmatched company culture. We've won multiple awards for employee and customer satisfaction, and we believe it all comes down to our culture of teamwork, creativity, and growth.
We're one of the nation's most recognizable brands. You'll enjoy the stability that comes with a national company and a sense of pride when you're a part of our team.
Empire Today is an equal opportunity employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. Base pay is one part of our total rewards package. Starting pay may vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to position offered, location, and the individuals' knowledge, skills and ability. By Submitting your resume and application information, you authorize Empire Today to transmit and store your information in the Empire Today group companies' world-wide recruitment database, and to circulate that information as necessary for the purpose of evaluating your qualifications for this or other job vacancies. By pressing apply and providing your telephone number and email address, you authorize Empire Today to contact you by email or telephone at the wireless or landline phone number provided using automated phone technology and/or text messaging. Message and data charges may apply. You may revoke consent at any time.
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