Position Overview
The primary function of the Inventory Control Specialist focuses on integration between sales, warehouse and the smooth running of the day-to-day aspects of the business with an emphasis on inventory accuracy.
Job Title: Inventory Control Specialist – Architectural Building Products
Location: Stockton, CA
Employment Type: Full-time
Hours: 9am - 5pm (flexible as well, could start as early as 6am and finish by 2pm)
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide operational support for outside and inside sales staff
- Collaborate with warehouse staff to conduct cycle counts
- Research and resolve inventory discrepancies
- Answer phones as required
- Occasional operations cross-over duties (purchase order processing, invoicing, reporting etc.)
- Continually advance self-knowledge of products
- Be capable and willing to “problem solve” – to chase information down, resolve trouble spots and communicate throughout the team as to problems and potential solutions
Qualifications:
- Ability to communicate well, in a fast-paced environment, both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to multi-task – interruptions are the norm – not an occasional exception
- Likes numbers and part numbers, but also is willing to develop a reasonably high level of product knowledge
- Desire to “own” the task – must be willing to make decisions and feel comfortable doing so with some level of autonomy
- Capable of independent problem solving, but also collaborate with team on implementing solutions
- Very detail oriented
- Willing to operate in an environment that is mostly email or phone interaction, with a lower emphasis on in person communications.
- Positive attitude while under fire – needs to like the sort of fast paced environment that our organization thrives on
- Prior experience in a building material related business would be a plus, but any similar experience dealing with a business of “scale” and many moving parts would be helpful.
- College degree preferred but not required.
- Comfortable with math/numbers – addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, units of measure, conversions and spatial analysis
- Enthusiastic computer user – data entry, reporting, proficient system navigation in Agility and Excel.
Safety:
Safety is of utmost importance and all employees agree to maintain a safe work environment and abide by our safety and other company policies.
Benefits of Working with Us:
- Competitive base salary
- Complete insurance coverage – medical, dental, vision, life
- 401K matching contributions
- Generous paid vacation time
Work Environment
Typical office environment.
Our new 150,000 square-foot facility opened on August 4th! This facility reflects a strategic integration and expansion of three existing facilities in Livermore, Modesto, and Rancho Cordova, into one state-of-the-art location**
About Hardwoods
Hardwoods Specialty Products is the recognized premier distributor of decorative surfaces, high-grade hardwood lumber, sheet goods, and architectural grade building products serving the residential and commercial construction markets. Operating 32 distribution centers strategically located across the United States and Canada, Hardwoods is uniquely positioned to provide our customers immediate access to a large, diverse product portfolio, and our vendors a broad, significant channel to market.
We are part of a powerful group of companies, with a network of over 85 distribution centers spanning North America. Our parent ADENTRA consists of five distinct brands; Hardwoods Specialty Products; Rugby Architectural Products; Frank Paxton Lumber Company; Novo Building Products and Mid Am Building Supply. Our brands work together as North America’s largest and most diverse supplier of specialty architectural building products, which are used to create beautiful spaces where we live, work and play. We have approximately 3100 employees across North America and growing as we are very active in the acquisition of complementary companies. Our North American Head Office is located in Langley BC, Canada.
Are you looking for an opportunity to learn new skills and build a rewarding career? Join our team as an Inventory Control Specialist in the Architectural Building Products industry, where you’ll work from the ground floor and have the chance to grow within our company!
ADENTRA and each of its flagship brands is an equal opportunity employer and is dedicated to creating an inclusive environment, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. As part of our hiring process, candidates may be required to undergo pre-employment drug testing and background checks unless prohibited by state or local law.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you have building materials experience?
- Are you comfortable using a computer?
- Do you have experience with Excel and/or Agility?
Ability to Commute:
- Stockton, CA 95206 (Required)
Work Location: In person
