Company Overview:
Valley Craft Industries is a local manufacturing operation producing high-quality metal storage and material-handling products used by customers across the country. We offer steady work, an organized and safety-focused shop, and a team-oriented environment where people tend to stay and grow. If you’re looking for a stable manufacturing job with consistent hours and opportunities to learn multiple skills, Valley Craft is a great place to build a career.
This position supports the Purchasing and Planning Department and serves as a backup to the Traffic Clerk position.
Responsibilities include:
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Assist with analyzing product demand and forecasts, adjusting inventory and purchasing plans accordingly
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Enter purchase orders, update pricing, and other tasks within the business system as directed by others in the Department
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Assist the Planners with implementation of the cycle counting program
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Maintain and analyze inventory records and reports
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Investigates discrepancies to resolve inventory issues
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Release work orders to the Production team
- Serves as a backup to the Traffic Clerk
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Other duties as assigned
The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:
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Inventory principles and concepts
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Moderate to strong computer skills including a working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
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Communication skills – listening and team building
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Strong customer focus with ability to effectively interact primarily with internal customers
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Strong organizational and prioritization skills
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Problem solving/analysis
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Purchasing principles and concepts
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Knowledge of products
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Business system software
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Office system software – word processing, spreadsheets
Performance Measures:
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Inventory turns/cost
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Inventory carrying costs
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Customer On-Time Delivery
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Accuracy/quality
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Timeliness
Experience/Education Requirements:
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High school diploma or equivalent
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Entry level, however related experience is preferred
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Working knowledge of Epicor business system is a plus ?
