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Job Description:
Job Summary
The Warehouse Inventory Control follows team guidelines for management and control of product inventory. Performs a variety of functions to include cycle counts, inventory adjustment, replenishments and resolves overstock and damages issues.
Essential Functions
To perform this job successfully, an employee must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation. To request a reasonable accommodation, notify Human Resources or the manager who oversees the position.
Inventory Control
Using computer system-generated reports, cycle counts products in the fulfillment center
Using various computer system-generated reports, audits product locations to verify item, count and expiration dating accuracy
Identifies and corrects inventory errors;
Sets up new, and adjusts existing, storage locations
Investigates inventory discrepancies, and makes appropriate adjustments to inventory in the computer system
For customer invoice item where inventory is not available, investigates the error and edits the invoice to remove the item
Alerts the Supervisor to product non-conformances (new packaging, wrong count, product damage, shortages, etc.)
Detail regarding these essential functions is provided in inventory work instructions
Keeps the fulfillment center aisles clear and maintains integrity of storage locations
Ensures regulatory compliance for the facility as it relates to DEA, OSHA, FDA, EPA, BoP, local/state compliance agencies
Replenishment
Assesses replenished pick location for proper restock settings in the computer system
Matches product transferred to pick location label for accuracy
Cycle counts locations to verify on-hand quantities match reports
Overstock and Damages
Updates overstock location placards or labels to reflect quantity changes
Communicates with vendors, PLSI Liaison, and procurement to resolve vendor discrepancy issues
Communicates with vendor returns team to obtain return PO's to vendors
Updates warehouse management system with status notes on PO issues
Monitors status and timelines of discrepancies to ensure prompt resolution
Determines disposition of damaged product to company approved charity
Alerts the Supervisor to product non-conformances (new packaging, wrong count, product damage, shortages, etc.)
Returns
Processes returned merchandise from customers or vendors from start to finish
Work with Sales Rep's on customer returns to ensure processing is properly completed
Work with Sales Managers and Vendor Returns Department to ensure reimbursements from vendor when needed
Additional functions
In addition to the essential functions listed above, the incumbent may perform the following additional functions.
Transacting all business in accordance to Patterson Companies business code of ethics and conduct
Align with Patterson Companies Purpose, Vision and Values statement
Using assigned warehouse equipment/machinery to perform assigned job
Meeting/exceeding assigned performance metrics and KPIs
Helping maintain an organized, clean and safe warehouse
Handling all hazardous materials, pesticides, and prescription drugs according to the Company's processes/procedures and all applicable laws and regulations
Performing all work in accordance with Company Safety guidelines and procedures, with safety and regulatory compliance.
As assigned
Job Qualifications
High School diploma or GED preferred
Proficient and accurate PC/keyboarding skills. Familiar with MS Office Productivity Suite (Excel, Word) and email
Ability to read, write and count
Comprehensive problem-solving skills
Ability to meet deadlines and productivity goals
Working Conditions
Material and Equipment Directly Used:
General warehouse equipment
General office equipment
MS Office, Shipping and proprietary inventory management software
This position may require the ability to train and certify the use of a variety of forklifts: sit down, Cherry picker (mobile elevated working platform) and/or Joey forklift (multipurpose order picker that can elevate an operator and can be driven at height to move from task to task)
Working Environment/Physical Activities:
Moving 75% of the time
Frequently grasp, reach, bend and stoop in narrow/confined spaces
Exposure to dust
Physical Demands:
Lift and carry up to 55 pounds, team lift 56 to 100 pounds: continuous, moderate or occasional heavy physical activity
Sitting or standing: continuous, moderate or occasional heavy physical activity
Use of hands: Continuous, moderate or occasional heavy physical activity
Stoop, bend, or crawl: Occasional or frequent moderate physical activity
Ascend/descend on a ladder. Occasional or frequent moderate physical activity
Travel and On-Call:
This position requires no travel per week in a local area.
For this position being on-call is not required
What's In It For You (https://www.pattersoncompanies.com/join-us/)
We provide competitive benefits, unique incentive programs and rewards for our eligible employees:
Full Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits and an integrated Wellness Program.
401(k) Match Retirement Savings Plan.
Paid Time Off (PTO).
Holiday Pay & Floating Holidays.
Volunteer Time Off (VTO).
Educational Assistance Program.
Full Paid Parental and Adoption Leave.
LifeWorks (Employee Assistance Program).
Patterson Perks Program.
The potential compensation range for this role is below. The final offer amount could exceed this range, based on various factors such as candidate location (geographical labor market), experience, and skills.
$18.37 - $22.50
EEO Statement
Patterson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or other related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.
At Patterson Companies, we live our values everyday. With more than 8,000 employees worldwide, we're responsible for providing dentists, veterinarians, animal producers, and farmers with the support they need to keep us and our animals healthy.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Patterson Companies, Inc., is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors.
