The position of DC Inventory & Locations Specialist will be based out of our Solon, OH location!

Summary

The Distribution Center Inventory & Locations Specialist is responsible for the item product shelf slotting. Maintains shelf accuracy of product in the distribution center and helps to resolve product related problems to meet company standards of safety, security, and productivity. The Distribution Center Inventory & Locations Specialist is also responsible for providing improvement suggestions for rack layout, product location slotting, Warehouse Management Software (WMS), process, and system changes. Will assist with all customer service activities as related to the distribution center interface, such as responding to inquiries, processing orders, and handling complaints in a prompt, courteous, and effective manner.

What You’ll Do

• Must behave consistently with the Company’s Core Competencies, Polices, Procedures, guidelines, and focus on safety

• Assign product to appropriate rack (or storage) type, distribution center zone, area and location within the zone, and final shelf location on the rack

• Follow the overall distribution center plan for product based on product characteristics, size, weight, shipping demand, re-order frequency, pick sequence, and user (stocker, picker) ergonomics

• Ensure the plan design provides the shortest pick path for any order and the least amount of vertical movement by user. Where possible, maintain similar product characteristic in vendor diverse locations

• Utilizing both Radio Frequency (RF) hand-held devices and Warehouse Management Software (WMS) dashboard screens, perform zone re-profile, location maintenance, and product location “slotting” based on item movement and distribution center “slotting” model, new product processing, vendor returns, scrap inventory processing, exception reports (variances, negative, zero & shorts) cycle counting, and lost and found product

• Communicate with vendor buyers about any issues, concerns or needed corrections to item inventory or product

• Assist with all inventory control tasks accurately and in timely manner per business requirements

• Report any damage to electronic hardware, material handling equipment, or the warehouse immediately to management

• Professional interaction with peers and coworkers that promotes a collaborative work environment

• Conduct operations in a manner which promotes safety and complies with OSHA safety standards

• Other duties as assigned

The information contained in this job description is intended to describe the essential job functions required of those assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the job. Please note that management retains the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrated commitment to effective customer service delivery, integrity, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Rexel USA.

What You’ll Need

• High School or GED

• 1+ years of experience in inventory control or high-volume Warehouse or Distribution Center

• Certification to operate forklift, hand truck, pallet jack and other warehouse equipment preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Customer oriented and motivated with excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills

• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and deadlines

• Ability to exhibit a positive, friendly, and helpful attitude with customers and to be sensitive to their needs

• Excellent computer skills demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office (Excel), automated order entry systems, and other internet-based tools

• Ability to create, understand, and maintain spreadsheets in relation to product re-profile projects such as elevations, locations, velocity

• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Working Environment

• Exposed to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environment such as high noise level and/or exposure to heat and cold Constantly – at least 51%

• Exposed to electrical hazards; risk of electrical shock Occasionally – up to 20%

• Handles or works with potentially dangerous equipment Constantly – at least 51%

• Travels to offsite locations Occasionally – up to 20%

Physical Demands

• Sit: Must be able to remain in a stationary position Occasionally – up to 20%

• Walk: Must be able to move about inside/outside office or work location Constantly – at least 51%

• Use hands to finger, handle or feel: Operates a computer and other office machinery Constantly – at least 51%

• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl: Must be able to crouch down to stock shelfs, pick up boxes, or position one’s self to maintain computers in the lab/under desks/in server closet Frequently – 21% to 50%

• Climb or balance: Must be able to ascend/descend on a ladder, forklift, pallet jack, or other warehouse equipment Occasionally – up to 20%

• Talk, hear, taste, smell: Must be able to use senses to; effectively communicate with co-workers and clients and detect hazardous conditions Constantly – at least 51%

Weight and Force

• Up to 10 pounds Constantly – at least 51%

• Up to 25 pounds Constantly – at least 51%

• Up to 50 pounds Frequently – 21% to 50%

• Up to 75 pounds Occasionally – up to 20%

“Rexel USA (A VEVRAA Federal Contractor), and its affiliated companies, is an EEO/Disabled/Veterans employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by law.”