Inventory Clerk

Job Summary

The Inventory Clerk will be responsible for verifying and investigating any matters pertaining to stocks so as to provide management with the assurance of the accuracy and integrity of the stock information in the company’s computerized perpetual inventory system (SPRUCE) in relation to the existence of physical stocks and the computer balances. MAIN DUTIES:

• Verify and investigate all stock / inventory discrepancies including those shown on the Negative Stock Reports (Daily/Weekly/Monthly/Year End).
• Perform random inventory spot checks.
• Ensure that all items with variances are properly investigated and recounted to confirm the accuracy of the count.
• Ensure that all stock items are correctly barcoded and are in their proper stock location.
• Assist in the perpetual inventory stock counts and verification exercises.
• Assist in product price verification exercises and report any variances immediately to Management for corrective action(s).
• Assist in the proper disposal of damaged, obsolete or expired stock(s).
• Regularly verify all committed or pending stock items especially those held over 30 days.
• Assist in checking / verifying that stock information entered into the Spruce Inventory System are accurate and complete.
• Enter stock information into the SPRUCE database when assigned.
• Keep track of orders, returns, and on hand quantities in the SPRUCE system when assigned.
• Assist in the Delivery Department with the day-to-day operations when called upon.
• Assist in monitoring the merchandise on the shelves and in the Warehouse(s) when carrying out verification / investigation exercises by informing Sales Staff and or Management of any stock-outs or areas needing replenishing.
• Assist Warehouse staff in the verification of all goods received.
• Assist the Warehouse staff in the investigation of receiving discrepancies.
• Assist Salesclerks with the labelling, pricing, and stocking of shelves and serving customers when required.
• Attend product knowledge training sessions / meetings and develop an understanding of all the department’s products and services.
• Work at the Point-of-Sale Counter to process sales transactions when assigned.
• Maintain a high level of customer service at all times.
• Always keep workstation clean.
• Carry out any other duties assigned by Management. Work Environment
• Physically able to engage in repetitive hand movements, reaching shelves of varying heights, stoop, bend and kneel frequently.
• Extended periods of standing may be required up to six (6) hours during a work shift.
• Must be able to travel to and work at other TDC locations when required.

Requirements

Education

and/or Experience

• Successful passes in at least 6 CXC subjects including English, Mathematics and Accounting.
• Experience in retail and/or inventory sector is preferred
• Excellent analytical skills.
• High degree of attention to detail.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational and multi-tasking skills.
• Ability to work in teams.
• Have a strong work ethic and are eager to learn.