Buyer/ Inventory Control

Job Type


Full-time

Description

Job Title: Buyer/Inventory Control

Status : Non-Exempt

Reports to: Site Manager

About Martin Inc.

Founded in 1934 and headquartered in Florence, AL, Martin offers a wide variety of products and services in Industrial, Safety, Integrated Supply and Fastening - all uniquely designed to help companies operate better. Martin is a member of Affiliated Distributors, the Industrial Supply Association, National Association of Wholesalers, the National Fasteners Distributor Association, and the Global Sourcing Alliance. For more information, visit

Summary:

The Buyer/Inventory Control Associate at Martin is crucial in efficiently managing the customer's MRO Storeroom and tool cribs. This position requires exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to provide excellent customer service. As a Buyer/Inventory Control associate, you will be responsible for assisting customers, fulfilling material orders, conducting inventory counts, and ensuring the overall cleanliness and organization of the storeroom.

Key Responsibilities:

Customer Service:

• Assist internal and external customers courteously and professionally.
• Respond to inquiries and provide product information as needed.
• Offer support and guidance in locating and retrieving materials.

Inventory Management:

• Conduct regular inventory counts to maintain accurate stock levels.
• Assist in stock replenishment and maintaining organized storage areas.
• Utilize inventory management systems for tracking and reporting purposes.
• Handling VMI (Vendor Managed Inventory) duties
• Fill vending machines and put away inventory onsite

Purchasing:

• Examine and analyze daily purchase requisitions for accuracy and completeness.
• Prepare and analyze purchase orders according to procedures
• Provide customer service to internal and external customers. (As needed)
• Resolve purchase order discrepancies promptly to ensure timely payment to supplier and inventory accuracy.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Storeroom Maintenance:

• Keep the storeroom clean, organized, and free from hazards.
• Arrange shelves and materials in a neat and accessible manner.
• Report any maintenance or safety issues to the Storeroom Manager.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain records of stock transactions, orders, and inventory levels.
• Assist in data entry and documentation tasks as assigned.
• Generate basic reports related to storeroom operations.

Safety and Compliance:

• Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines while working in the storeroom.
• Comply with company policies and procedures.
• Participate in safety training programs as required.

Physical Requirements:

• Lift and move items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Stand, walk, and bend for extended periods.
• Safely operate equipment and tools within the storeroom.

Requirements

Education/Experience Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in a storeroom or warehouse environment is preferred.
• Basic computer skills for data entry and inventory management systems.
• Loading, unloading, picking, packing or moving goods in a warehouse environment
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, work orders, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Demonstration of basic mathematical skills (add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units to measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals); ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent preferred.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment and be self-motivated to accomplish assigned tasks and goals.
• Demonstration of attention to detail and is safety minded.

What makes Martin Different:

As a family-owned business, we prioritize our employees' well-being and understand the importance of work-life balance. Some of our benefits that set us apart are:

• Our low-cost, low-deductible individual and family healthcare plans
• 8 paid holidays
• Weekly Pay

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

Full-time

7 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Monday - Friday

No Weekends

Salary Description


$21- $23 per hour