Warehouse Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary - The Warehouse Administrator is responsible for providing administrative and operational support to an electrical distribution center. This position helps ensure accurate inventory records, efficient order processing, timely shipments and deliveries, and proper documentation of electrical materials and supplies. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, computer-savvy, and able to communicate effectively with warehouse personnel, vendors, customers, and transportation providers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Maintain accurate inventory records for electrical supplies, components, equipment, and materials.

Process purchase orders, sales orders, invoices, packing slips, and shipping documentation.

Enter and update inventory transactions in the warehouse management system (WMS), ERP system, or other inventory software.

Coordinate incoming shipments, receiving documentation, order fulfillment, and outgoing deliveries.

Verify quantities, part numbers, product descriptions, and shipping information for accuracy.

Assist with inventory cycle counts, physical inventory audits, and reconciliation of discrepancies.

Track customer orders, backorders, shipments, and delivery schedules.

Communicate with vendors and suppliers regarding order status, shortages, damaged goods, and returns.

Prepare reports related to inventory levels, order status, shipping activity, and warehouse productivity.

Maintain organized electronic and physical records, including bills of lading, receipts, and return authorizations.

Assist warehouse personnel with administrative questions and resolve order or documentation issues.

Follow company policies, safety procedures, and applicable warehouse operating standards.

Perform other administrative and warehouse support duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.

One to three years of warehouse administration, inventory control, distribution, logistics, or related experience preferred.

Experience working in an electrical supply, industrial distribution, or manufacturing environment is a plus.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Outlook, and Word.

Experience with warehouse management systems (WMS), enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, or inventory management systems preferred.

Strong data-entry skills and attention to detail.

Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Basic mathematical skills for inventory counts, order verification, and reconciliation.

Knowledge of electrical products, such as wire, conduit, breakers, panels, switches, fittings, and related components, is beneficial.

Physical and Work Environment Requirements

Primarily an office-based role within an active warehouse or distribution center.

May require occasional walking through warehouse areas to verify inventory or coordinate shipments.

Ability to safely navigate warehouse and loading areas while following required safety procedures.

May occasionally handle paperwork, labels, or small inventory items.

Key Competencies

Attention to detail and accuracy

Inventory and record management

Time management and organization

Customer service and communication

Teamwork and collaboration

Problem-solving and multitasking

Computer and data-entry proficiency

Commitment to workplace safety

Performance Expectations

Maintain accurate inventory and order records.

Process warehouse documentation in a timely manner.

Minimize data-entry errors and inventory discrepancies.

Support on-time shipping and receiving operations.

Provide professional and responsive service to internal departments, vendors, and customers.

Express Employment Professionals puts people to work in all types of jobs. When you work with Express, you build a relationship with a team of employment professionals in your community who have, in turn, built personal relationships with the businesses that are hiring. Whether you're building a new career or looking for a short-term job to supplement your income, we offer the flexibility to work the way you want, and you'll never pay a fee to Express for our services and support.

Company Description

Express Employment Professionals puts people to work in all types of jobs. When you work with Express, you build a relationship with a team of employment professionals in your community who have, in turn, built personal relationships with the businesses that are hiring. Whether you're building a new career or looking for a short-term job to supplement your income, we offer the flexibility to work the way you want, and you'll never pay a fee to Express for our services and support.