Inventory Control Clerk

Description

Summary 

The Inventory Controller controls processes in the Ashley Furniture Distribution Center provides timely and accurate variance reporting and discrepancy resolution. This position will identify areas for improvement in related organizational or individual processes and recommends strategies to improve inventory accuracy.

The Inventory Controller is responsible for investigating and resolving issues to merchandise location discrepancies discovered during daily merchandise picking processes, and updating the inventory management system as necessary. This position will track and monitor inventory variances and trends and communicate accuracy rates to management. The Inventory Controller is accountable for coordinating and performing daily cycle counting, including reconciliation and validation of inventory adjustments in the inventory management system. 

Pay
Starting pay is $18.50  per hour

• Shift Differentials:

+$1.00/hr for 2^ndshift

+ $1.00/hr per weekend day as part of your normal schedule

Schedule: Monday - Friday 6am-2:30pm

Responsibilities 

Monitors daily merchandise picking processes. 

Investigates and resolve inventory discrepancies identified during picking process.

Updates inventory records in warehouse management system as appropriate.

Track daily inventory variance issues identified in the picking process and continually analyze inventory integrity measures to identify areas for organizational or individual performance improvements. 

Perform daily cycle counting; conduct merchandise item counting and enter actual item counts into warehouse management system. 

Resolve inventory discrepancies in the warehouse management system. 

Comply with the warehouse safety and security policies and procedures. Ensure warehouse is orderly and secure to prevent damage to product, equipment or facilities. 

Comply with standard operating procedures for handling and salvaging products. 

Develop and maintain expertise in computer applications and associated processes used in inventory control. 

Contribute to continuous improvement efforts. 

Monitor and report quality and performance measurements.

Analyze performance data and recommend strategies for performance improvement. 

Establish performance goals and implement strategies for achievement. 

Demonstrates the Company’s Core and Growth Values in the performance of all job functions.

Requirements

Ability to learn our computer systems and distribution scanning systems.

You are able to obtain a valid, company-issued Forklift or Powered Industrial Vehicles license where required.

Able to move up to 150lb alone and sometimes manipulate up to 250lb.

You have stong knowledge of math and can multiply mentally.

You can read, write, and comprehend the meaning of basic communications.

Ability to reliably work a defined full time schedule.

Must be comfortable working at heights regularly.

Exclusive benefits built for you.

At Ashley we believe in providing you flexibility for you and your family. When you join our family, you are eligible to participate in our comprehensive Benefits programs which includes; Health, Dental, Vision, Life/Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, 401(k), Paid Holidays, Vacation, Paid Sick Leave and Profit Sharing. Benefits may vary based on position and location, so we encourage you to speak with the recruiting team during the interview process.

Vacation: 30 hours of vacation in your first year, given in increments of 10 hours at 91 days, 10 hours at 180 days and 10 hours at 270 days, 40 hours on your 1st year Anniversary

We are Hiring Immediately!

The people of Ashley Furniture are what truly defines this company. Our team lives and breathes a hands-on, “dirty fingernail” approach that breeds success unlike any other. That’s why when we hire new team members, we don’t require them to know the technical ins and outs of the job. We have exceptional training during onboarding and as needed. Full time team members are being hired immediately!

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Ashley Furniture is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. If you’re good at what you do, we want you to do it at Ashley Furniture.

Ready to kick your career into high gear? Ashley Furniture wants to help. Apply now and you could join our growing team sooner than you know. In fact, we have immediate openings for Warehouse Associates and we’re ready to talk with you today about a rewarding role on our team. Don’t think you have the experience for the job, don’t worry. At Ashley, we hire for attitude and train for skill. That’s right! We will train you to do the job, on the job. If you take pride in working hard, crushing challenges, and winning every day, we want to hear from you. Ashley is the largest manufacturer of home furnishings in the world and was named one of America’s Best Employers by Forbes in 2021. Want to work for a generous company? You’ve come to the right place. Apply now and become part of a family-owned company that believes in earning the loyalty and trust of our customers, while giving back to our employees and communities.