MDU Inventory Control Specialist

Position:                            Inventory Specialist

Position Reports To:       Inside Sales Manager

Summary

The inventory specialist duties include maintaining item and description integrity, as well as location and stock level accuracy for ductile iron pipe. Performs cycle counts, determines root causes of inventory inaccuracies, and recommends corrective actions. Collaborates with various departments to resolve inventory issues. Acts as the main focal point for production posting. Communicates inaccuracies with department heads as needed.

Job Responsibilities

• Oversee pipe & accessory inventory.

• Lead weekly inventory meetings.

• Manage inventory transactions with Microsoft Dynamics D365.

• Organize pipe yard & accessory warehouse in conjunction with shipping department.

• Conduct monthly (or as needed) inventories of pipe & accessories.

• Maintain monthly inventory accuracy and recommend continual improvement initiatives.

• Reviews history of item usage to help determine mins/max levels.

• Able to research historical inventory transactions to solve discrepancies and correct inventory errors.

 

Working Conditions

• Physical activities that require use of arms and legs.

• Lifting up to 50 pounds.

• Stooping, and handling tools and materials.

• The work environment is varied from a typical office setting to a warehouse environment that may be hot, cold, dusty, and noisy. As necessary, must wear common protective or safety equipment, such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hearing protection, and hard hats.

• Weekend work required as needed. Up to one Saturday per month.