Inventory Control Clerk in Painesville, Ohio at Yokohama Industries Americas Inc

JOB SUMMARY

The Inventory Control Clerk will be an essential position in implementing, and monitoring procedures to ensure that the proper inventory is in all warehouse locations. The position will assist management in the development and implementation of a formal program to audit all areas related to inventory movement for integrity and accuracy. This individual will lead the cycle counts in a program to identify and eliminate any problems found in daily cycle counts. Will assist branch warehouses with their inventory control procedures.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop, implement, and monitor all key functions related to inventory transactions to assure that they are accurate and timely
• Coordinate a cycle count program in a perpetual inventory environment
• Coordinate the cycle count progress and results to identify necessary recounts and processes to be monitored and provide regular reports on the results
• Perform thorough research and document inventory discrepancies using all available resources to identify root causes and supply possible solutions
• Work with key personnel to effectively implement process improvements to operational procedures in an effort to proactively optimize overall location and item level accuracy and maintain the highest possible productivity levels
• Coordinate the efforts of the cycle counts in an effort to identify and correct discrepancies on items at the location level as needed
• Will monitor warehouse and store transfers for accuracy and cost effectiveness

OTHER DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Aides in inventory management through participation in physical inventory
• Inventory adjustment investigation (Root Cause Analysis)
• Performs other duties as assigned

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• The ability to communicate at a high level, both receiving and disseminating information for clear understanding
• Has an expert level of knowledge as it relates to analyzing data using methods that will facilitate process analysis and improvements
• Proficient computer skills in all applications

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• An ACT WorkKeys® is preferred; High School Diploma or equivalent required
• A minimum of 3-5 years of inventory related experience

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS ESSNTIAL TO PERFORM THE DUTIES OF THE JOB

• Frequently remains in sitting position to perform duties at desk and on computer
• Frequently communicates with employees and suppliers

• Frequently communicates to external and internal customers to understand their requests
• Occasionally walks, kneels and stands

• Occasionally lifts up to 40 lbs.