Warehouse & Inventory Control Assistant

Job summary

The assistant is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory records and coordinating the receipt, inspection, and dispatch of goods. They also conduct regular physical inventory counts and collaborate with procurement teams to optimize stock levels.

Job details

About the Role: The Warehouse & Inventory Control Assistant plays a critical role in ensuring the efficient management and organization of warehouse operations and inventory systems. This position is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory records, coordinating the receipt and dispatch of goods, and supporting the overall supply chain process to meet company demands. The role requires close collaboration with warehouse staff, procurement teams, and logistics partners to optimize stock levels and minimize discrepancies. By implementing effective inventory control procedures, the assistant helps reduce waste, prevent stockouts, and improve order fulfillment accuracy. Ultimately, this position contributes to the smooth functioning of warehouse activities, supporting business continuity and customer satisfaction. Minimum Qualifications: * High school diploma or equivalent. * Basic experience with inventory management or warehouse operations. * Familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS) or inventory software. * Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting and moving inventory items. * Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Preferred Qualifications: * Post-secondary education or certification in supply chain management, logistics, or related field. * Experience working in a fast-paced warehouse or distribution center environment. * Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel for inventory tracking and reporting. * Knowledge of health and safety standards applicable to warehouse operations. * Strong communication skills to effectively coordinate with team members and external partners. Responsibilities: * Monitor and update inventory records using warehouse management systems to ensure accuracy and real-time data availability. * Assist in receiving, inspecting, and organizing incoming shipments to verify quantities and quality against purchase orders. * Coordinate the picking, packing, and dispatching of orders to meet delivery schedules and customer requirements. * Conduct regular physical inventory counts and cycle counts to identify and resolve discrepancies promptly. * Support the implementation of inventory control policies and procedures to improve operational efficiency and compliance. * Collaborate with procurement and logistics teams to forecast inventory needs and manage stock replenishment. * Maintain a clean, safe, and organized warehouse environment in accordance with health and safety regulations. Skills: The required skills such as attention to detail and organizational abilities are essential for maintaining accurate inventory records and ensuring that stock levels are properly managed on a daily basis. Familiarity with warehouse management systems enables the assistant to efficiently update and track inventory data, facilitating smooth warehouse operations. Physical stamina and the ability to handle manual tasks support the practical aspects of receiving and dispatching goods. Preferred skills like proficiency in Microsoft Excel and knowledge of health and safety standards enhance the assistant’s capability to generate reports and maintain a safe working environment. Effective communication skills are used daily to coordinate with colleagues and external vendors, ensuring timely and accurate order fulfillment.

What you’ll do

The assistant is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory records and coordinating the receipt, inspection, and dispatch of goods. They also conduct regular physical inventory counts and collaborate with procurement teams to optimize stock levels.

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and basic experience with inventory management or warehouse operations. Proficiency in warehouse management systems and the ability to perform physical tasks like lifting inventory are required.

Listed skills

• Inventory management · Preferred
• Warehouse operations · Preferred
• Physical stamina · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Microsoft Office Suite · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Reporting · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred
• Order Fulfillment · Preferred
• Supply chain management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Inventory management
• Warehouse operations
• Warehouse management systems
• Inventory software
• Physical stamina
• Attention to detail
• Organizational skills
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Microsoft Excel
• Reporting
• Communication skills
• Health and safety standards
• Cycle counts
• Order fulfillment
• Supply chain management
• Health And Safety Standards
• Physical Stamina
• Operational Efficiency
• Supply Chain
• Organizational Skills
• Effective Communication
• Warehouse Operations
• Health and Safety Regulatory Compliance
• Business Continuity
• Management
• Customer Service
• Communication
• Procurement
• Cycle Counting
• Forecasting
• Order Fulfillment Management
• Warehousing
• Inventory Control
• Inventory Management
• Inventory Management System
• Warehouse Management Systems
• Microsoft Office
• Physical Inventory
• Purchasing
• Supply Chain Management
• Dispatching
• Real Time Data
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

• Logistics
• Manufacturing
• Administrative
• Trades
• Warehouse and Inventory Control Manager
• Inventory Control Manager
• Supply, Distribution and Related Managers
• Supply Chain Managers
• Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers

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