Job Summary: The Inventory/Material Handling Specialist will maintain the organization's inventory, ordering and supplying necessary items while maintaining accurate records of all procurements. Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Maintains consistent stock of inventory, ordering new stock up to pre-authorized limit as inventory dwindles.
• Establishes and maintains backup source for high-demand items.
• Assesses inventory reports and order patterns to identify items in need of automatic, recurring delivery.
• Provides inventory reports to purchasing and inventory control manager.
• Develops and maintains good working relationships with vendors.
• Maintains accurate daily records of goods received and shipments made.
• Manages and maintains inventory system; facilitates upgrades to related database and/or software under the direction of the purchasing or inventory control manager.
• Conducts frequent spot and partial audits of physical inventory.
• Assists with periodic (at least annual) physical inventory audits.
• Operates forklift truck when necessary.
• Performs other related duties as requested.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent communication skills with warehouse workers, purchasing department, and outside vendors.
• Basic understanding of inventory control procedures.
• Proficient keyboarding skills.
• Extremely organized and able to work with minimum supervision.
• Ability to develop professional relationships with outside vendors.
• Ability to perform basic math calculations.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience with computerized inventory systems preferred
• Forklift operator certification strongly preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds at times.
• Must be able to navigate warehouse and reach items both high and low.

Equal Opportunity Employer - minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity