Inventory Returns Administrator in Columbus, Ohio at Loeb Electric

Who you’ll work with:

Join the powerhouse electrical distributor in the construction industry! At Loeb Electric, we’re more than just a distributor—we are the driving force that keeps innovation illuminated and businesses powered. We pride ourselves on being dedicated to our values:

• People: Encouraging the success of our people.
• Trust: Building relationships among ourselves, customers, vendors & other partners.
• Commitment: Continuously striving to deliver high-quality, measurable results.
• Innovation: Providing ideas & solutions for our customers.

Who We’re Looking For:

The Inventory and Returns Administrator is responsible for all aspects of the warehouse functions including processing inbound material, cycle counting, and data entry while mainlining a safe work environment. This role will also be responsible for returning defective or non-stock material, processing credits to customers and returning product to vendors and filing freight claims for inbound and outbound shipments.

What you will be doing as a key player on our dynamic team:

• Maintains and updates inventory records.
• Performs inventory control, including cycle count, data entry, report generation and reconciliation.
• Researches cycle count variances and accurately makes inventory adjustments.
• Manages inventory of product stored in the warehouse; ensures inventory accuracy.
• Researches user transactions and the impact made on inventory balances, resolves the issue and/or educates user.
• Processes return sales order tickets for stock, non-stock and defective material.
• Pulls material for returns & coordinates shipments with warehouse.
• Maintains a Returns log to prioritize and track returns.
• Works with the sales staff to schedule the return of material from jobsites and customer stock.
• Maintains the Returns area of the warehouse and ensures it is clear and workable, as warehouse pulls items from shelves.
• Manages email and keeps records of credits or dispositions.
• Assists in sending SLOB (slow and obsolete inventory) to liquidators and recycles.
• Adheres to company safety policies and procedures.

Experience:

• 2+ years of working in a warehouse and/or distribution environment.
• Experience working with inventory returns, preferred.

Core Competencies:

• Understanding of the system processes for returns goods and inventory control.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Basic computer skills including MS Email and Excel, ERP transaction entry.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and concisely in written and verbal formats.
• Strong process orientation and systems-thinking capability.
• Ability to work in a warehouse environment where majority of the day is spent standing or walking
• Demonstrated time management and organizational skills including ability to plan and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Deadline driven and results-oriented.
• Ability to utilize a computer keyboard, e-mail, and telephone for effective communication.
• Able to lift and carry up to 25 lb. (or in excess of 25 lbs. on occasion).
• Ability to operate a forklift or pallet jack, preferred.

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED

EEO and Accommodations

Loeb Electric is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Loeb Electric also considers qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with legal requirements. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the selection process—please inform our Talent Acquisition team if you require accommodations during the interview process.