Inventory Control Specialist

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Located in Clifton, NJ

Salary: $25

• Inventory Management:

  • Monitor and maintain optimal inventory levels to meet operational and customer demands.
  • Perform regular stock counts (e.g., daily, weekly, monthly) to ensure accuracy of inventory records.
  • Track product movement and usage, identifying trends and potential discrepancies.
  • Replenish stock by ordering from suppliers as needed while maintaining cost efficiency.

• Data Entry & Record-Keeping:

  • Accurately enter inventory data into inventory management systems or databases.
  • Update stock levels in real-time, ensuring that all product information (e.g., location, quantity, condition) is accurate.
  • Perform regular audits and reconciliations to identify and resolve discrepancies.

• Stock Organization:

  • Ensure inventory is stored in an organized, accessible, and efficient manner.
  • Implement proper labeling, categorization, and shelving practices to ensure quick retrieval and ease of identification.
  • Ensure that products are rotated according to their expiry dates (if applicable) or shelf life.

• Reporting & Analysis:

  • Generate reports on inventory levels, stock movements, and discrepancies for management.
  • Analyze inventory trends to optimize stock levels, reduce waste, and improve the supply chain process.
  • Provide recommendations to reduce excess inventory or eliminate slow-moving products.

• Order Fulfillment:

  • Coordinate with the purchasing department to place orders for new stock based on inventory needs.
  • Ensure that all incoming stock is properly checked for accuracy and condition before being stored in inventory.
  • Help prepare items for shipment or distribution as needed.

• Loss Prevention:

  • Identify and investigate inventory discrepancies, theft, or damage and report findings to management.
  • Ensure proper security measures are in place to prevent inventory loss.

• Collaborate with Other Departments:

  • Work closely with warehouse, logistics, and sales teams to ensure inventory availability aligns with business needs.
  • Assist in the preparation for stock takes and inventory audits.

• Additional Duties:

  • Assist in training and supporting new inventory control staff.
  • Maintain knowledge of industry best practices and inventory management technologies.

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Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (required). A degree in logistics, supply chain management, or business is a plus.
• Proven experience in inventory control, warehouse management, or supply chain operations (preferred).
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of stock replenishment, order management, and supply chain processes.

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