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How to Write an Inventory Control Clerk Job Description

An Inventory Control Clerk, or Inventory Management Clerk, is responsible for maintaining and managing an organization’s inventory by keeping track of their goods and supplies. Their primary duties include tracking incoming and outgoing materials and products, monitoring reorders, and initiating restock requests according to demand.

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What does an Inventory Control Clerk do?

An Inventory Control Clerk monitors inventory and orders additional stock as needed. They also organize and store items in warehouses or retail outlets to ensure other employees can access the supplies, raw materials, and products they need to perform their jobs effectively. Inventory Control Clerks count supplies carefully and report any discrepancies between the actual count and the recorded stock levels to an Inventory Control Manager or Inventory Supervisor. They also account for damaged, mis-ordered, and returned inventory.

Inventory Control Clerks often work for retail or wholesale establishments, government agencies, manufacturing companies, or other organizations that hold inventory. Their schedules can vary depending on your organization’s needs.

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Inventory Control Clerk Job Description Examples:

Example 1

About us

Maddocks Industrial Filter is a small business in Manufacturing. We are professional, innovative, fast-paced and our goal is to maintain and grow our reputation as a leading manufacturer of custom filtration products for various industries. Promote a cleaner environment, one filter at a time..

Our work environment includes:

  • On-the-job training
  • Growth opportunities

    Job Title: Inventory Control Associate

    Responsibilities:

  • Monitor, maintain current inventory levels within a busy manufacturing ERP system
  • Conduct regular inventory counts to ensure accuracy and availability for production
  • Developing and maintaining production builds of material for various custom orders
  • Working with Production Manager, Supervisors, Management and Receiving
  • Receive and verify incoming shipments, verifying quantities and quality
  • Reconcile inventory quantities and costing differences in system and cost sheets
  • Process transfers between departments and processing companies
  • Ability to assemble orders, verify usages, costing and unit of measures
  • Create and verify inventory requirements based on usage and lead times
  • Process requisitions, maintain supplier database and source new
  • Collaborate with team members to identify and resolve inventory discrepancies
  • Assist with the implementation of inventory control procedures
  • Generate reports on inventory levels, stock movement, and trends
  • Assist in developing new and improving on existing control procedures

    Skills:

  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Proficient in using inventory management software
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
  • Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Exceptional math skills for costing, calculating quantities and usage, counting and reconciling discrepancies
  • Self-motivated, with high energy and enthusiasm to achieve goals
  • Proven track record and in-dept knowledge of inventory, supply chains, control and processes in a manufacturing environment.
  • Experience or knowledge of the filtration industry is an asset.

    Maddocks is an equal opportunity employer, we offer competitive pay rates and opportunities for career growth within our organization. Join our team of dedicated professionals and contribute to our success in maintaining efficient inventory management. Please provide covering letter along with your resume. We thank all applicats for their interest; however, we will only contact those selected for an interview.

    Job Type: Full-time

    Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday



    Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Hamilton, ON L8H 6P3: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work Location: In person

    • Example 2

    A Warehouse Inventory Control Clerk performs duties related to the ordering, receiving, storing, and the issuing of inventory materials for the district's inventory control department.

    Duties and Responsibilities

  • Conduct inventory cycle counts on a daily as outlined by the ongoing cycle counting program
  • Complete cycle counts on items specifically requested by customer service and other departments
  • Input inventory adjustments associated with products quarantine and scrap tickets
  • Provide assistance to shipping and receiving departments as required
  • Assist inventory control scheduler as required
  • Participate in mid and year end inventory counts
  • Counting materials, equipment, merchandise, or supplies in stock
  • Developing or improving upon inventory management procedures
  • Other duties as required

    Education, Experience and Qualifications

  • Must have 1-2 years of experience, preferably in a warehouse environment
  • Experinence with and demonstrate an understanding of inventory principles management
  • Strong understanding of inventory cycle counting process
  • Attention to detail and accuracy
  • Communication skills in English (written and spoken)
  • Demonstrate a strong proficiency in using various applications, including MS office and email
  • Experience working in a team-oriented environment and also a self-starter with the ability to work independently

    Job Type: Full-time

    Benefits:
  • Casual dress
  • Dental care
  • Disability insurance
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
  • On-site parking
  • Paid time off
  • RRSP match
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision care
    Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Overtime
    Supplemental pay types:
  • Bonus pay

    Work Location: One location

    • Example 3

    Prairie Mobile is looking for a reliable Inventory Control Clerk to join the team!

    Prairie Mobile Communications is looking for a Inventory Control Clerkto join our team in Calgary, AB.This is a full-time, permanent role. Hours of work are Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm.

    The Inventory Control Clerk will be responsible for ensuring the accurate and seamless reception and processing of incoming shipments. Duties include inspection of incoming shipments; picking, packing, and scanning orders; conducting stock counts; and ensuring the warehouse is kept clean and organized. The Inventory Control Clerk will also be responsible for loading and unloading shipments regularly, with the capability of repetitive heavy lifting, and use any necessary equipment. The Inventory Control Clerk reports to the Inventory and Procurement Manager.

    Qualifications:

  • Certificate or diploma in supply chain management.
  • Proficient with MS Office 365 applications.
  • Effective interpersonal skills; able to work efficiently as part of a team as well as independently.
  • Strong attention to detail skills; with good organizational, time management and pritoritizing skills.
  • General warehouse knowledge an asset, but not required.
  • Strong analytical skills.
  • Strong work ethic and positive team attitude.
  • Valid driver's license, with clean driving record.

    Working Conditions:

  • Work is performed mostly in a warehouse environment.
  • Must be in good physical condition with the ability to work at heights and be able to lift/move (up to 50 lbs), push, pull, bend, walk, and stand for long periods of time.

    What We Offer:

  • Competitive rate of pay and comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, and vision plans.
  • Employee Retention programs including Long Term Service Awards and Education Assistance Program.
  • RRSP Matching Program.
  • Free parking on-site.

    Apply via Indeed or online at [website]

    Prairie Mobile Communications is an equal opportunity employer.

    We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

    Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

    Benefits:
  • Dental care
  • Employee assistance program
  • Extended health care
  • On-site parking
  • RRSP match
  • Store discount
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision care
    Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday

    Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Calgary, AB T2B 3C1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

    Application question(s):
  • Are you proficient with computers?

    Licence/Certification:
  • Driver's License Location: One location

    • Example 4

    Inventory Control Clerk/Compliance Officer

    Goldleaf Consulting is a staffing agency with years of experience in the employment industry. We offer

    various staffing services across the GTA, including skilled and unskilled positions for warehouse, food

    manufacturing, construction parts, auto parts, etc.

    Job location: Etobicoke, Ontario

    Shift:

    Day Shift � Monday to Friday 7:00am � 4:30pm; Occasional Saturday work may be required. OT paid after 44h a week.

    MAIN Duties: Compliance Officer performs some or all of the following duties:

  • Enter data on Excel spreadsheets to maintain accurate inventory count of products

  • Organizes inputs/releases/transfers of products to/from company�s off-site freezer accounts through Citrix software

  • Verifies the status of import/export loads � checks online status of loads entering the facility

    Verifies that all loads have appropriate paperwork, as per CFIA regulations

  • Produces various reports (production reports, inventory count reports)

  • Scanning incoming products and cut reports and emails information to the team

  • Works with order pickers to ensure that products picked have appropriate labels

    Generates labels for products based on daily work orders

  • Liaise with QA with respect to other compliance issues

  • Provide receptionist services such as greeting and assisting visitors, answering calls, directing calls, responding to telephone/in-person/email inquiries and taking add-on orders.

  • Assist in developing procedural material and training/supervising new staff members and/or support staff as needed/required.

  • Assist in other duties as needed and directed.

  • Ensure the strict confidentiality and privacy of records as they relate to the organization and its vendors

  • Organize files and keep records as per company policy

    Employment Requirements:

  • Computer skills, including the ability to operate computerized accounting, spreadsheet, and word processing programs, as well as email at an advanced level

  • Good communication skills; fluency in English

  • Excellent interpersonal skills

  • Analytical and problem solving skills

  • Time-Management skills

  • Ability to work in a cold (< 10 degree) and wet plant environment

  • Ability to bend, lift and reach

    Job Type: Full-time

    Salary: $17.00-$19.00 per hour

    Benefits:
  • On-site parking
    Schedule:
  • 10 hour shift
  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Morning shift
    Supplemental pay types:
  • Overtime pay

    Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Etobicoke, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

    Application question(s):
  • Are you currently in Canada?
  • Are you able to work in cold (below 10 degree), noisy and wet environment as this role is required to go in production Location: One location

    • Example 5

    Receiver/Inventory control clerk

    Job Type: Full Time

    Day shift: Monday to Friday

    Location: Burlington, ON

    The Receiver/Inventory control clerk will be primarily the inventory control clerk both administrative, and on the floor, with a secondary role of receiving and/or production stager.

    Responsibilities:

    Core tasks (Inventory control clerk):
  • Assist in product and inventory control investigations
  • Assist in organizing the raw material inventory warehouse, performing stock rotations etc.
  • Complete and/or assist in completing subcontracting work orders in our inventory control system
  • Submit and/or Log sample retains from production and/or receiving
  • Assist in identifying and quarantine defective and/or expired material
  • Assist in initiation and completion of cycle counts

    Secondary tasks (Receiver):
  • Receive/inspect incoming finished and raw materials
  • Collect all relevant shipping/receiving documents from delivery company and/or supplier
  • Count and verifying received material are accurate to packing slips and PO�s
  • Complete Incoming Inspection reports
  • Prepare and submit samples for QC Lab testing as required
  • Tag, scan & store received finished goods and raw materials in designated storage area
  • Enter relevant data into the inventory control system for received goods
  • Understand and follow all storage requirements for all finish and raw materials
  • Identify quality issues and report to the QC coordinator and/or QC technician
  • Back up stager for production

    Requirements
  • Education: Grade 12 or equivalent
  • Required experience: 2+ Years of previous manufacturing/warehouse inventory control experience, Counterbalance Certified
  • Skills: Microsoft Word, Excel, Good Math Skills, attention to detail, organized, self-motivated
  • Able to lift 50lbs and complete repetitive physical tasks
  • Assets: TDG certification, Chemical Handling Experience, Reach Truck experience, ERP systems and RF scanners

    Job Type: Full-time

    Salary: From $23.00 per hour

    Additional pay:
  • Overtime pay
    Benefits:
  • Casual dress
  • On-site parking
    Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift

    Licence/Certification:
  • Counter balance forklift license truck license (preferred)

    • Example 6

    Pacific Coast Heavy Truck Group is a full-service, commercial truck dealer in the Lower Mainland and the interior of British Columbia. Pacific Coast has recently acquired Berk�s Intertruck Ltd., also a commercial truck dealer, with 5 branches all over Vancouver Island.

    Founded in 1971, Berk�s Intertruck has grown to become one of the most respected dealer groups in Canada representing Volvo Trucks, Isuzu Trucks, and Felling Trailers.

    Berk's is now actively recruiting for a Parts Inventory Control Clerkto join their team in Nanaimo. As the Inventory Control Clerk, the successful candidate will support the Parts department with inventory, invoicing, and generating payments.

    Responsibilities:
  • Reconcile invoices from suppliers.
  • Create and process invoices into ERP system as required.
  • Identify discrepancies in billings and follow up with various internal departments for resolution.
  • Reconcile customer payments and ensure copies of all transactions are received by head office.
  • Assist with incoming calls.
  • Process customer stock order daily as required.
  • Perform other administrative duties as required.
    What we are looking for:

  • Preference will be given to candidates that have at least 1 year of experience in a within a dealership setting or automotive industry.
  • Experience with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
  • Excellent discretion and judgment in carrying out responsibilities and resolving day-to-day matters.
  • Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.
  • Self-motivated with strong time management and organizational skills.
  • Demonstrated strong work ethic and commitment to safety.
  • Creative problem solver who works in a professional and ethical manner.
    If this sounds like you, apply today!

    Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

    Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

    Salary: $23.80-$30.00 per hour

    Additional pay:
  • Overtime pay
    Benefits:
  • Casual dress
  • Dental care
  • Disability insurance
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
  • On-site parking
  • Paid time off
  • RRSP match
  • Vision care
    Flexible language requirement:
  • French not required
    Schedule:
  • 8 hour to Friday

    • Example 7

    ABOUT US:

    Edward Fuels, a Division of McDougall Energy, is a family-owned company with over 100 employees at locations in Goderich, Teeswater, Kincardine, and Clinton. We distribute a wide range of petroleum products and related goods and services throughout Southwestern Ontario, specializing in fuel and lubricant distribution, home heating fuels and residential HVAC services. We have been a Shell� Branded Distributor for 70 years and are proud to have roots in the community. Learn more at [website]

    ABOUT THE Opportunity:

    We are looking for an Inventory Control CLERK to join our team in our Teeswater Operation.

    Reporting to the Corporate Operations Manager, this position will be responsible for:
  • Reconciling invoices from suppliers
  • Billing customers to facilitate payment within terms
  • Identifying discrepancies in billings and following with various internal departments for resolution
  • Creates and process invoice into ERP system
  • Taking customer payments
  • Assisting with incoming calls for delivery and service relation items
  • Organizing incoming or outgoing courier packages.
  • Performing other office administration duties as required.

    ABOUT YOU:

    The ideal candidate will have:
  • Excellent customer service skills.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written).
  • Strong computer skills, proficiency with MS Office, capacity to learn new platforms/programs.
  • Strong organization, time management and problem-solving skills with the ability to multi-task with a sense of urgency in a fast-paced environment.
  • Previous experience in an administrative role
  • Accounting experience preferred
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively
  • Ability to work independently and be a strong team player, to ensure smooth business operations

    WHAT WE OFFER:
  • Competitive Compensation
  • 3 weeks paid vacation
  • Employer paid Health Benefits
  • Employer matched RRSP
  • Life and Disability Insurance
  • Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
  • Opportunity to achieve career growth

    Apply on-line at [website]

    Confidentiality of all applicants assured. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted and we thank all other applicants for their interest.

    Edward Fuels is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process and workplace. If you require any accommodations, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your Type: Full-time

    • Inventory Control Clerk duties and responsibilities

    An Inventory Control Clerk has many essential duties and responsibilities to ensure items are accurately stocked, recorded, and stored including:

    • Maintaining and updating required inventory levels for goods, products, and materials
    • Conducting quality checks on stored inventory to comply with company standards
    • Processing and documenting returned items
    • Implementing inventory management procedures and processing invoices
    • Performing clerical functions such as answering calls, entering data into computers, and helping customers
    • Monitoring inventory losses and implementing loss-prevention programs
    • Preparing relevant reports for supervisors
    • Ordering inventory from vendors and suppliers

    Inventory Control Clerk skills and qualifications

    In order to manage a company’s incoming and outgoing flow of goods and materials efficiently, an Inventory Control Clerk should have skills and qualifications including:

    • Strong organization skills to record details such as barcodes, supplies, damages, and pricing information
    • Ability to work independently and learn on the job
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
    • Time management skills
    • Exceptional customer service skills
    • Strong math and critical thinking skills

    Inventory Control Clerk experience requirements

    While much of the training for Inventory Control Clerks occurs on the job, many employers prefer to hire candidates who have previous experience working with inventory. Consider looking for applicants who have between one and five years of experience working in a stockroom, retail establishment, or warehouse. Some relevant roles include Store Clerks and Warehouse Workers. You may also look for candidates who have experience using inventory control software, spreadsheets, and mailing systems. Candidates with management experience may also excel in this role.

    Inventory Control Clerk education and training requirements

    Inventory Control Clerk candidates usually have a high school diploma or GED. While a degree is not necessary for this position, you may prefer candidates who have a bachelor’s degree or who have completed advanced coursework in business, math, communication, accounting, and human resources. You may also seek candidates who have completed production and inventory management certifications, such as the Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) certificate or the Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) certificate.

    Inventory Control Clerk salary expectations

    While the average annual salary for an Inventory Control Clerk in Canada is currently unavailable, the average annual salary for the related role of Inventory Associate is $57,450 per year. This pay rate may vary based on the candidate’s education and level of experience.

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    What makes a good Inventory Control Clerk job description?

    A good Inventory Control Clerk job description includes all the necessary information about the skills, experience, and education candidates need to be successful. It should describe the type of inventory the applicants may be responsible for and mention any specific tools or software they need to be familiar with. If your inventory has special requirements, such as frozen foods or pharmaceuticals, make sure candidates have relevant experience with that type of inventory. Be sure to list information about the salary and any competitive benefits you’re offering to increase the number of applications you may receive.

    What top qualities should you look for in an Inventory Control Clerk?

    Good Inventory Control Clerks are methodical, detail-oriented, and trustworthy. They know how to concentrate on specific tasks and identify issues with inventory as they arise. Inventory Control Clerks must also be proficient with inventory control software and able to multitask. If there are problems with the inventory, they should be able to find solutions quickly and know when to escalate issues to a supervisor.

    Is an Inventory Control Clerk the same as an Inventory Associate?

    Yes, an Inventory Control Clerk and an Inventory Associate perform similar roles within an organization. Both are in charge of tasks related to inventory control and typically report to an Inventory Control Manager or Inventory Supervisor.

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