Inventory Control Specialist - IAD Airport

Inventory Control Specialist

Schedule: Full-time, rotating Wage: $19-20/hr

Stock The Skies – Join The Airport Supply Team

Interested in working in aviation? Are you looking for a job with stability and growth opportunities? If you are looking for a career with growth potential and work well in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, we want to speak to you!

Why Work For PrimeFlight?

• Enjoy benefits like 401(k) with matching, health, dental, vision, and life insurance, paid time off, growth opportunities, and more (*Benefits may vary based on eligibility)
• We are committed to being a leading provider of commercial services within the aviation industry
• Our teams focus on maintaining a positive working environment and treating all team members with respect
• With more than 200 locations across the world, we offer opportunities for career progression

Summary Overview

The Inventory Specialist will manage and accurately record commissary shipments using our inventory management system and ensure efficient inventory controls. Responsibilities include maintaining a clean and organized work environment, conducting weekly physical inventory counts, and ensuring product usage adheres to expiration dates. This position requires meticulous attention to detail, the ability to follow complex instructions, and strong problem-solving skills. Ideal candidates should demonstrate proficiency in using technology for inventory management and possess excellent communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee inventory to ensure essential supplies are always available, minimizing the risk of shortages that could disrupt airport operations
• Regularly check inventory accuracy against records, identifying and correcting any discrepancies to maintain reliable inventory data
• Keep detailed and up-to-date records of inventory quantities and locations using inventory management software for easy tracking
• Work closely with procurement and logistics to order and receive supplies in a timely manner, avoiding stockouts
• Establish and maintain efficient systems for managing inventory, including automated tracking, and reordering processes
• Educate airport staff on proper inventory management practices to ensure consistency and accuracy across departments
• Work with various departments like maintenance and operations to understand their specific inventory requirements
• Ensure all stored items meet safety and regulatory standards, particularly important in the airport environment
• Generate regular reports detailing inventory levels, usage, and projections for management review
• Manage the processes of receiving, storing, and dispatching goods, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Develop and uphold policies and procedures to maintain consistent inventory management practices
• Contribute to budget planning by analyzing and forecasting inventory-related costs
• Provide training to staff on inventory systems or technologies, ensuring smooth implementation and usage
• Perform any additional duties as assigned by management

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older
• Eligible to work in the United States
• Must have a valid state-issued driver's license with an acceptable driving record
• Communicate effectively in English (reading, writing, speaking)
• High School Diploma
• Previous experience in inventory management or related roles
• Proficiency in using inventory management software and Microsoft Office
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry
• Effective communication and teamwork skills
• Knowledge of inventory control practices and procedures
• Ability to access and interpret information in print and electronically, including the use of electronic devices including IPads/Tablets, Computers, and Mobile Devices
• Effectively communicate with colleagues and clients, both in-person and through electronic means
• Pass a background check and drug screen
• Eligibility to acquire needed credentials and clearances (FAA, TSA, Port Authority, U.S. Customs and U.S. Postal- as applicable)
• Airlines are 24/7, so we need our team members to be flexible to work various shifts including nights, weekends and holidays

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential requirement satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the work environment, knowledge, skill, and/or ability. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential requirements.

Physical Activity/Working Conditions May Include:

• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds
• Prolonged standing and walking in an indoor/outdoor environment as applicable
• May need to reach with arms and grasp with hands
• May need to push, pull
• Must be able to crawl and crouch, at times, in confined tight spaces
• May need to bend, stretch, squat, kneel
• Exposure to moderate and at times high noise levels
• Exposure to Biohazards and/or Chemicals
• Exposure to outdoor elements
• Be able to hear and respond to the spoken voice and to audible alarms
• Tasks may involve repetitive motions of the arms, wrists, hands and/or fingers
• Specific vision abilities required for this job include: Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less); distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more); peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point); depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships); ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus)

The pay rate listed on this post is what the company reasonably expects to pay for this position. However, individual compensation may vary based on factors including qualifications, skills, competencies, education, and experience.

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