Inventory Control Specialist I

Builders Firstsource

The Role

Overview

Monitor and adjust inventory records, perform cycle counts, and maintain SKU data.

Key Responsibilities

  • data compilation
  • cycle counting
  • variance research
  • report generation
  • sku management
  • system updates

Tasks

-Compiles data from records and shipping/receiving documents, requisitions, contracts and accounting reports. -Performs cycle counts per schedule, verifying all counts for accuracy by comparing physical counts to computer quantity and identifying discrepancies. -Researches variances between physical counts and computer quantities and makes appropriate corrections in the system. -Creates and reviews appropriate reports for management, follows up on discrepancies such as negative on-hands and out-of-stock. -May be required to perform specific tasks that involve climbing, lifting, pushing or kneeling. -Assigns SKU numbers to inventory, maintaining SKU logic, and maintains/updates SKU files including deleting dropped or changes SKU’s.

Requirements

  • microsoft office
  • erp
  • data entry
  • reporting
  • inventory
  • safety

What You Bring

-Understands and observes all safety procedures and practices in order to prevent injury to self or co-workers; attends periodic safety meetings as required; may recommend changes to improve safety procedures. -Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds frequently and on occasion up to 80 pounds. -Strong data entry skills -Ability to compose effective and efficient reports -Ability to read and communicate verbally and in writing -Exhibit proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and an enterprise resource planning (ERP) program -Basic mathematical skills -Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagrammatic form -Working knowledge of material acquisition and inventory processes

The Company

About Builders Firstsource

-Survived the Great Recession, then expanded rapidly through acquisitions like ProBuild (2015) and merger with BMC (2021). -Projects range from single-family homes to light commercial builds, including off-site prefabricated trusses, panels, and millwork. -Invests in digital tools (e.g., MyBLDR.com via acquisition of Paradigm) and factory-built components to streamline homebuilding. -Maintains its own fleet of trucks and in-house installation services, offering one-stop solutions that most competitors lack. -Stands out for integrating over 60 acquisitions while keeping local teams, and executing major share buybacks alongside growth.

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