Inventory Coordinator Olympia & Ace Hardware

Inventory Coordinator Needed at Ace Hardware

Do you thrive in a dynamic work environment where your attention to detail can shine? Would you love to be part of a community-focused team that values personal connections? If so, Ace Hardware is the perfect place for you!

As your local hardware store, Ace Hardware is dedicated to providing a fun and loving atmosphere for both employees and customers. We are seeking a highly skilled Inventory Coordinator to maintain our inventory integrity and best practices. Join us and enjoy fantastic perks such as 401k, health insurance, employee discounts, and paid time off. You'll gain valuable skills in inventory management and operations while working alongside talented individuals who share your passion!

POSITION SUMMARY

The Inventory Coordinator position is responsible for the overall inventory integrity and maintenance of a store’s inventory following Ace’s inventory best practices and metrics - some of which are outlined as follows:

• Inventory Record Accuracy-IRA (Change in Quantity on Hand, Credit PO’s, Direct Ship, etc.)
• In Stock Position (Maximum Stock Level, Minimum Order Point, Store Use, etc.)
• Assortment (Product Mix)
• Unproductive Inventory (Overstock, Obsolete, Discontinued, Markdowns, etc.)
• Shrink (Loss, Damage, etc.)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Familiarize and keep up with inventory Best Practices within the Ace Way of Retailing
• Ensure data accuracy within the system to maintain adequate inventory levels
• Work with Store Manager to train store staff on best practices and create a culture that is focused on Inventory Health
• Collaborate with all associates to help identify errors and correct them as necessary by addressing the root causes
• Conduct, research, and address/reinforce Ace Way of Retailing best practices for the following processes (inclusive but not limited to):
• Negative Reports and make corrections as necessary
• “Shoot the Outs,” research variances, and make corrections as needed
• Permanent and temporary outs via Item Change Management
• Mango Count Sheets and exception reports.
• Unproductive inventory management including Obsolete and Overstock Inventory
• Monitor shrinkage, recommend ways to reduce theft and breakage, and make corrections in inventory system
• Maintain accuracy of all location codes
• Print bin tags (labels) as required

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Passion for detail, inventory management and store operations
• The drive to getting it done the “right way”
• High School degree or GED, some college preferred 
• Possess a vast product knowledge of consumable products along with a willingness to learn
• General understanding of inventory principles and experience with retail programs
• Understand the life cycle of merchandise including receipt, quantity on hand, and point of sale
• Experience in a retail environment either in inventory, sales, or back office
• Capable of inspiring and motivating others to execute best practices
• Excellent quantitative and computer skills
• The ability to use analytics and research to make sound decisions
• Knowledge of retail computer systems and basic knowledge of MS Office products
• Excellent communication skills, exceptional organizational ability, high attention to detail, and ability to multitask
• Ability and willingness to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends and holidays to meet the needs of the business

Location: 16607 | Olympia Supply

We are your local hardware store and we are a part of your community. Ace Hardware has over 5,000 stores around the world with the majority of those stores independently owned and operated by local entrepreneurs. These hard working men and women are part of the fabric of your community. They are small business owners who are local and loyal...just like it ought to be. While others have become large and impersonal, at Ace, we've remained small and very personal. That's why we say a visit to Ace, is like a visit to your neighbor.