Inventory Specialist

Overview

Job Title:

Inventory Specialist

Location:

Atlanta, GA/On-Site

Duration: 6+ Months

• Specialists maintain the inventory of the OIM. Inventory Specialists have the additional following responsibilities:
• Good organizational skills are necessary for Inventory Specialists to take charge of organizing inventory and improving the efficiency of the selection and shipping process.
• Oversee inventory and order additional products and supplies when needed.
• Evaluate the selection and shipping process and work to improve efficiency.
• Keep up-to-date with industry trends and update inventory as needed.
• The ability to manage multiple projects at one time in an efficient and timely manner.
• Good written and verbal communication skills are crucial for negotiating contracts, interviewing new vendors, educating warehouse employees and developing new inventory processes.
• Problem-solving skills to come up with ways to improve overall efficiency and overcome inventory problems.
• Maintain and update inventory records and system to ensure accurate and timely inventory tracking.
• Work with cross-functional teams to forecast inventory needs and identify potential stock issues.
• Monitor inventory levels and identify potential stockouts or overstock situations.
• Manage inventory aging and coordinate proper rotation or disposal of obsolete inventory.
• Participate in regular inventory counts and coordinate physical inventory audits as needed.
• Collaborate with purchasing and logistics teams to optimize procurement and transportation processes.
• Develop and implement SOPs for inventory management and continuously improve inventory operations.
• Review and analyze inventory data to identify trends and potential areas for improvement.

• 2+ years of experience in an inventory role
• Able to use a computer and other office technology
• Familiar with data entry systems
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Able to stand and bend for long periods of time in a warehouse environment
• Great written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with budget management
• Attention to detail to identify defective products
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Applications