Business Title Inventory Control Specialist

Job Description

Job Characteristics: This is an intermediate level position. The primary focus of this role is supporting Logistics which may include one or more of the following; facilitates product shipping, purchasing, warehousing, distribution, forecasting, and/or customer service. Operating forklifts, High Reach or scissor lifts. Updates and maintains inventory control databases. Ensures the freight sorting area is organized and follows the established sorting and stocking guidelines.

Education/Work Experience: High School Diploma. Typically requires a secondary diploma, or GED, plus two years of experience. Some College preferred. 1 year of forklift driving experience or licensure.

Independence Level/Reports to: Works well with others but can also work Autonomously. Works with Inventory Supervisor, variety of work varies, work can be complex, and follows standard procedures, typically reports to Warehouse & Logistics Manager.

What’s in it For You:

• The opportunity to take on some of the world’s most meaningful challenges, helping customers achieve clean water, safe food, abundant energy and healthy environments
• The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth
• The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives and ideas to achieve our best
• Comprehensive benefits package starting day 1 of employment- medical, dental, vision, matching 401k, company paid pension, stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement and more!

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What You Will Do:

• Responsible for organizing the daily workload
• Utilizes appropriate technology and tools to facilitate inventory control activities, cycle counts, warehouse activity monitor, SAP reports, RF scanner, and bar coding
• Completes daily cycle counts by performing initial & secondary counts, researching and validating all inventory variances, causes for follow-up actions, and reviewing the weekly inventory adjustments reports with the manager
• Research all potential dock cuts for validity, approval, and corrective action
• Handles all scrap and obsolete inventory disposal by verifying, picking, and disposing of damaged, obsolete, SAN, and warranty material
• Handles all return to vendor shipments by picking, packing, and verifying the shipment
• Manages the PO discrepancy process by reviewing all reported shortages, overages, and damages. Works with purchasing for resolution
• Manage daily stock compare report for 3pl locations 
• Provide routine recaps to leaders on inventory defects and action plans
• Will backfill for the receiver when needed
• Other duties as assigned

Position Details: 

• Plant location: Philadelphia, PA  
• Work week and shift: Mon - Fri 8am - 4pm with some OT
• With light travel to the 3rd party warehouse when needed
• Compensation package offered: $28.00 ph

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED
• 2 years of previous experience in a shipping and receiving department
• 1 year of prior experience working in a warehouse or Plant environment
• 2 years of experience working with MS Office suite, SAP including data entry and keyboarding skills
• 1 year of forklift operating experience
• No Immigration Sponsorship available for this opportunity

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift/carry 50lbs
• Must be able to pass a drug screen and physical exam

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or experience
• Previous inventory control experience
• Proficiency with inventory applications, RF handheld computers, and Bar coding
• Previous SAP experience and/or additional Warehouse Management System experience
• Prior lead or supervisory experience
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently with minimal direct supervision 

Annual or Hourly Compensation Range:

$28.00 ph Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation, such as experience, education, training, geography, etc. We comply with all minimum wage and overtime laws.

Benefits 

Ecolab provides the following benefits: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, auto insurance, home insurance, pet insurance, identity theft protection, short-term and long-term disability, 401k, pension plans, re