Purpose: |
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This position performs duties associated with warehouse and/or inventory management |
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities: |
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Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
- Receives, ships and verifies items assuring items received are accurate; inspecting condition of items; performing operational checks on equipment in inventory, comparing count/measure of items to purchase orders and packing lists, resolving discrepancies, and tracking delayed orders.
- Documents goods/services purchased, received and/or issued by recording identifying information using the appropriate tracking method and providing status updates to stakeholders on variances.
- Prepares items for shipment to ensure safe delivery and determines most economical and efficient shipping method. Documents items shipped by recording identifying information of items and transport information.
- Completes purchase requests by verifying inventory and specifications of purchase requests; preparing stock and equipment requisitions, inputting purchase orders, quotes and service requests, expediting deliveries and assisting with invoice processing.
- Replaces or repairs damaged or obsolete items using the appropriate tools and following internal guidelines.
- Resolves discrepancies in receiving by identifying damaged items and shortages and quantity of materials; placing materials in inventory, conferring with various entities to make adjustments; correcting the shortages and obtaining credits.
- Monitors and/or maintains inventory by applying fundamental control techniques; monitoring inventory level and replenishment lead times, anticipating needed items, updating inventory forecasts, minimum and maximum stock levels, and performing periodic cycle counts / inventories.
- Monitors inventory by identifying idle, excess and obsolete stock and coordinates disposition as directed.
- Supports inventory and/or warehouse operations by providing on-the-job training, troubleshooting issues at various phases of the receiving and shipping cycle, and serves as liaison among purchasing, vendors and other staff members to resolve operational issues.
- Operates various types of equipment including a pallet lift and/or fork lift.
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Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised: |
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Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: |
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Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
- Knowledge of fundamental inventory control procedures and systems.
- Knowledge of office and administrative practices related to purchasing.
- Skill in oral and written communication.
- Skill in record keeping and performing detailed work.
- Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
- Skill in using computers and related software applications.
- Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
- Ability to use various types of equipment, including a pallet lift and/or fork lift
- Ability to perform detailed work in an accurate and organized manner.
- Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other city employees and the public.
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Minimum Qualifications: |
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- Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent plus three (3) years of experience in a warehouse/inventory control related field.
- Education may substitute for experience up to the maximum of two (2) years.
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Licenses and Certifications Required: |
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- Valid Texas Class C Driver’s License, if required for the position
- If required for the position, legally mandated training must be completed within 1 year of employment.
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