The Inventory Control Specialist plays a critical role in the success of all store departments by maintaining and updating inventory levels. This includes conducting quality checks on inventory counts, monitoring inventory losses, and preparing reports. The Inventory Control Specialist will serve as a back-up to the Receiving Specialist, which will include conducting quality checks of freight coming into the store as well as anything being shipped out of the store. The Inventory Control Specialist must perform this role with critical emphasis on detail, quality control, and inventory accuracy management.

As a Murdoch's Team Member in this role, you will...

• Commit to the success of the team by embracing Murdochs’ mission, values, and principles.
• Reconcile inventory differences between physical stock and digital data.
• Create and maintain a safe environment.
• Track and log inventory to ensure that quantities are accurate.
• Assist in managing product returns, recalls, and defectives.
• Communicate effectively and create positive working relationships with the Purchasing and Finance departments, team members, vendors, and service providers.
• Exhibit proper radio and phone etiquette.
• Work with the Assistant Store Manager to develop and achieve goals.
• Other duties as needed, throughout the store.

As a Murdochian in this role you must...

• Ability to train on and safely operate a forklift, pallet jack, and box crusher/baler.
• Strong communication (written, oral, and interpersonal) skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and solutioning.
• Ability to think outside of the box.
• Positive attitude and demonstrated practice of learning.
• Excel in a fast-paced, evolving work environment.
• Familiar with standard concepts and practices within the retail environment.
• Strong Windows-based computer skills – especially with Microsoft products.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel a must.

Physical Demands:

• Stand for a long period of time.
• Heavy and repetitive lifting (up to 50lbs).
• Bending, carrying, and pushing.
• Working on a ladder.
• Repetitive wrist movements on keyboard.
• Close vision for computer work.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Competitive Benefits + Compensation:

• Amazing Employee Discount on everything from clothes to power tools to pet food.
• Multiple Health Insurance* options to best suit your needs after 60 days.
• Dental & Vision options to complete your health plan.
• Life Insurance to secure your family’s financial future.
• Paid Vacation* allows you to relax and recharge.
• Holiday Pay throughout the year so you can celebrate with your family.
• Paid Sick Time** empowers you to stay home and focus on your health without losing pay.
• 401(k) with a generous 4% company match to help plan for retirement.
• Paid Parental Leave* to take time to bond with your family’s new addition.
• Community Giving Program matches your donations and provides paid volunteer hours.
• Wellness Program* saves you money by lowering medical premiums with credits earned.
• Training Program helps you expand your knowledge and skills with over 250 courses.
• Other various Voluntary Insurance Options.