Assistant Surplus Warehouse Manager

Overview

Department:
Inventory Management. The Assistant Surplus Warehouse Manager supports and acts as backup for the Surplus Warehouse Manager in overseeing all surplus property operations for the University of Arkansas. This position coordinates and assists with the collection, receiving, and processing of surplus property from campus departments in compliance with state and university policies.

• Generate and distribute departmental pickup request forms and labels; schedule, coordinate, and conduct pickups.
• Assist with public auctions.
• Receive and sort surplus items for re-purposing, sale, scrap, or disposal; process transfers in Workday.
• Track and log departmental surplus property requests and maintain accurate inventory records.
• Supervise and assist part-time employees during pickups, auctions, and warehouse operations.
• Maintain warehouse cleanliness, equipment, and vehicles; assist with forklift operations as needed.
• Provide ongoing training and guidance on surplus policies and procedures.
• Act as backup for warehouse building executive responsibilities and emergency contact duties.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support surplus operations.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• At least two years of experience in purchasing, central supply, storeroom operations, logistics, or related field
• Valid drivers license

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least one year of experience in inventory control of surplus property within higher education
• Forklift Certification

• Knowledge of inventory systems and surplus property processes in compliance with state and university regulations
• Ability to safely operate a forklift and maintain warehouse equipment
• Strong organizational and communication skills for coordinating pickups and auctions
• Ability to supervise and train staff effectively

Salary Information: $43,923

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All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site. Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender Registry. The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position.

Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all. The University is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate in its education programs or activities on the basis of protected categories. Questions or concerns about Title IX may be sent to the University Title IX Coordinator.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Closing Date: 01/19/2026. All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated).

Note:

The University of Arkansas is directing applicants to apply directly for this job at the employers website.