Inventory Coordinator

Universal Forest Products, Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading lumber product company in Dallas is seeking an Inventory Coordinator to manage VMI inventory and assist in maintaining communication with vendors. Candidates should have a high school diploma and at least one year of experience in inventory control. Strong knowledge of Microsoft applications and basic lumber math is preferred. This is a full-time position with opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of experience in inventory control or related area.
• Working knowledge of inventory internal controls, and company procedures.
• Basic knowledge of lumber math, lumber grades, and species.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain all plant VMI programs.
• Handle communication with vendor contacts and facilitate their needs.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies and communicate issues.

Skills

Inventory control

Communication

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Inventory Coordinator page is loaded## Inventory Coordinatorlocations: Dallas, TX (Sea Harbor)time type: Full timeposted on: Posted 8 Days Agojob requisition id: R17083**Job Summary**The Inventory Coordinator is responsible for assisting the plants and purchasing in monitoring, managing, and maintaining the overall VMI inventory level.**Principle Duties and Responsibilities*** Work closely with the buyers and plants to monitor and maintain all plant VMI programs.* Know our system inside and out so you can run any inventory and receive reports available and answer inventory questions that come up.* Handle most communication with specific vendor contacts and facilitate their needs.* Investigate any inventory discrepancies and communicate the issue with plants and vendors.* Handle vendor issues tactfully* Maintain vendor price maintenance tables* Update and maintain VMI and cash contract records* Prepare various reports and correspondence as required* Process Import payables* Share backup receptionist duties* Perform other duties as directed* Assists in assigned special projects* Performs other duties as required**Qualifications*** High school diploma or equivalent degree* Minimum one year of experience in inventory control or related area* Working knowledge of inventory internal controls, and company procedures* Working knowledge in the use of computer and business-related software, including Microsoft applications Excel, Word, and Outlook* Basic knowledge of lumber math, lumber grades, and species* Preferred understanding of company policies, practices, and procedures*The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.***We're successful.** We've been around for more than 65 years, and we've been profitable every year since our founding. We work hard, and we know how to set and beat records.**We're competitive.** Our line of work is demanding, but you'll get back what you put in and have fun doing it.**We're family.**We care for each other and want to see each other succeed. We enjoy watching each other build great careers and take advantage of the many opportunities we have to advance. And that makes UFP Industries a great place to be.**We work hard and smart.**We learn and grow from each other, from experience, from trial and error, from success. We collaborate to maintain our competitive edge. And we do it all on a global scale.