Inventory Control Specialist

Position Information

New Hanover County is seeking an Inventory Control Specialist to join our Facilities Management Team. This role is responsible for the management of inventory, including procurement, storage, tracking, and distribution.

New Hanover County's Facilities Management department oversees the maintenance and upkeep of all county owned buildings and facilities as well as energy sustainability through our utility management program. We are a dynamic team of trades professionals, custodians, supervisors and administrative staff who work every day to make our facilities the best in North Carolina. Ideal candidates should possess a strong work ethic, have the ability to prioritize schedules, and a true desire to serve the employees and citizens of New Hanover County. Essential duties include:

• Prepare purchase orders for stock and non-standard items to include researching vendors and writing specifications.
• Establish and maintain working relationships with vendors.
• Maintain computerized inventory records in work order system of supplies, parts, and materials needed for the maintenance and upkeep of County facilities.
• Conduct daily analysis to identify potential inventory issues and report variances and damages.
• Responsible for inventory reconciliation of stock
• Pick up and deliver supplies from local vendors.
• Operates a forklift to move inventory as needed.
• Store and retrieve materials, tools, and supplies.
• Manage the inventory of surplus items and assets in compliance with established procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of surplus inventory,
• Coordinate surplus item transfers between County departments.
• Perform work with regular and predictable attendance consistently meeting the scheduling needs as required by the County.
• Ensure adherence to all legal and regulatory requirements related to asset management and procurement.
• Conduct regular audits of surplus items and assets to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Performs work with regular and predictable attendance consistently meeting the scheduling needs as required by the county.
• Performs work during emergency/disaster situations.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities include:

• Knowledge of material control methods; basic purchasing principles; shipping and receiving practices; record- keeping principles.
• Skill in preparing purchase orders; preparing bids; driving vehicles; operating forklifts; using office equipment; communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner and gather and analyze information.
• Computing (MS Excel, Word, Outlook), business system (ERP, WMS,), and analytic/ numerical skills.
• Accurate mathematic and data entry skills
• Ability to gain proficiency in computer operations in company systems and other programs, as needed.
• Ability to adapt to changing organizational and operational needs.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, in a fast-paced environment.
• Skill in organization and prioritization, and attention to detail.
• Strong team player with the ability to work across multiple functions and disciplines.
• Performs all duties in a safe and efficient manner.
• Ability to function independently with minimal supervision and be self-motivated.
• Demonstrate good interpersonal communication skills.
• Excellent verbal/ written communication skills.

New Hanover County is dedicated to the recruitment and recognition of a talented and diverse workforce that is committed to public service. Our shared values of professionalism, innovation, equity, integrity, stewardship and accountability guide the way we conduct ourselves and deliver services to our customers. New Hanover County celebrates diversity in our employees' backgrounds, beliefs, identities, and abilities, while supporting growth opportunities for all. Our talented team has a passion for providing care and services that effect change on the everyday lives of the citizens they encounter. The differences that unite us are a reflection of the community we serve.