The Inventory Specialist works as an integral part of the production, procurement, warehouse, and distribution teams to ensure that finished goods, supplies, and packaging inventory stock levels are reflected accurately for reporting purposes to all business units. This will beย accomplishedย through proper shipping and receiving procedures, physical verifications, cycle counting, reconciling, and recording approved counts in the system. All warehouse associates also help drive a culture of Continuous Improvement by helpingย identifyย wastes/ inefficiencies/ errors, assessing root causes, and then working with the teams toย eliminateย the issues.ย The ideal candidate will be bilingual inย English and Spanish, with strong attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.ย
โขย ย ย Update inventory counts on requests from internal teams.ย
โขย ย ย Coordinate inventory updates with production schedules to ensure raw materials are available on time.ย
โขย ย ย Report inventory counts, discrepancies, and stock movements to supervisors on a regular basis.ย
โขย ย ย Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies in inventory handling and management.ย
โขย ย ย Communicate effectively in English and Spanish with bilingual teams.ย
โขย ย ย Maintain accurate inventory records through regular cycle counts and audits.ย
โขย ย ย Collaboratewith the purchasing department to ensure timely delivery of goods and materials.ย
โขย ย ย Validate received material for: correct items, case counts, total quantities, lot validations, and paperwork. ย
โขย ย ย Direct and perform cycle counts and verify different sections of inventory on a rotating basis. Reconcile discrepancies. ย
โขย ย ย Work with the Supply Chain Team to ensure compliance with labeling, palletization, delivery, & quality requirements. ย
โขย ย ย Conduct daily analysis to identify potential inventory issues. ย
โขย ย ย Review inventory for short shelf life, obsolescence, and FIFO auditing. ย ย
โขย ย ย Report on inventory activities, variances, and damages. ย
Qualifications:
Education/Training/Certifications: High School Diploma / GED
Related Experience: 3 years of experience in inventory control or related roles.
Knowledge/Skills Experience:ย
โขย ย ย Strong organizational skills and attention to detail and prioritizationย
โขย ย ย Ability to manage multiple tasks and work efficiently under pressure.ย
โขย ย ย Ability to work in a warehouse environment.ย
โขย ย ย Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, in a fast-paced environment.ย
โขย ย ย Ability to gain proficiency in computer operations in company systems and other programs, as needed.ย
โขย ย ย Computing (MS Excel, Word, Outlook), business system (ERP, WMS,), and analytic/ numerical skills.ย
โขย ย ย Demonstrates good interpersonal communication skills. Excellent verbal/ written communication skills.ย
Travel Requirements: ย Locally
Physical Requirements:ย
โขย ย ย Standing
โขย ย ย Walking
โขย ย ย Sitting
โขย ย ย Use of hands, fingers
โขย ย ย Reaching with hands and arms
โขย ย ย Climb and balance
โขย ย ย Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
โขย ย ย Talk and hear
โขย ย ย Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)
โขย ย ย Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)
โขย ย ย Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point)
โขย ย ย Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships)
Alamance Foods Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against persons because of age, race, color, creed, religion, disability, gender, ethnic or national origin, or veteran status. Alamance Foods Inc. prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities and will reasonably accommodate applicants with a disability, upon request, and will also ensure reasonable accommodation for employees with a disability.
Employment Eligibility: Alamance Foods Inc. participates in the federal E-Verify program. All employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a Form I-9 and verification of authorization to work in the United States.
ย