Inventory Control at Petmate in Lancaster, Texas

Job Description:

POSITION SUMMARY

Maintains records of materials in inventory and on order. Monitors reorder points and initiates action to replenish stock. Reconciles discrepancies in inventories and notifies supervisor of irregularities.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Monitors and keeps current inventory levels; processes purchase orders as needed; tracks orders and investigates problems.

1. Maintains database, performs physical count of inventory, and reconciles actual stock count to computer-generated reports.

1. Processes and documents return as required following established procedures.

1. May lead, guide, and train employees, interns, and/or volunteers performing related work

1. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Job Requirements

• High school diploma or GED; at least 1 year of experience related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

• Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Knowledge of supplies, equipment, and/or services ordering and inventory control

• Ability to reconcile stock counts to report data using ERP system

• Database management skills

• Ability to analyze and solve problems

• Ability to prepare routine administrative paperwork

Distinguishing Characteristics

Position requires a) Monitoring and keeping current inventory levels, including reconciling stock counts to computer reports; b) Initiates action to replenish stock by processing purchase orders and other related paperwork; c) Receiving, unpacking, and delivering items to shelves or requesting departments; d) Inspects shipments for accuracy and completeness, and resolves inconsistencies; and e) Performs routine clerical duties in support of unit.

Conditions of Employment

• All regular, non-temporary positions assigned to this classification are represented by a labor union and subject to the terms and conditions of the CWA Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Physical Effort

• Considerable physical activity. May require handling of objects that can weigh up to 50 lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

FLSA STATUS

Hourly

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