Inventory Control Specialist

Looking for a rewarding career? Johnson Brothers is a leading family-owned distributor of wine, spirits, and beer, delivering exceptional service since 1953. We proudly represent the world’s top beverage brands and are committed to excellence, innovation, and growth. Johnson Brothers offers exciting opportunities in a variety of areas. Join our passionate team and help shape the future of the beverage industry!

Job Description:

Since 1987, Johnson Brothers of Indiana is one of the state’s largest distributors. The company began its operation in Michigan City and Fort Wayne as Indiana Wholesale Wine & Liquor. Today, our more than 200 team members provide our portfolio of world-class wines and spirits to retail stores, iconic restaurants, and world-class hotels throughout the Hoosier state.

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position has primary responsibility for the daily completion of all inventory cycle counts and research activities

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Research and analyze issues that affect physical inventory by using all resources available to maintain an accuracy level set by management. Daily communicate with the credit department and others on issues that affect the balance between DISC and WMS, reporting any variances to your manager. Process and cycle count issues MRM’s to insure that customers are properly credited and physical inventory is correct.  Report any situations that adversely affect inventory to upper management. Maintain WMS (Korber/HighJump) functions as directed by your manager. 

Included functions:

Item with no locations

Slotting items to locations

Bottle quantities in non-bottle locations

Items on Hold

Balance Report

Count and recount items and/or locations from all triggered events incrementing and decrementing inventory as needed.  Maintain written explanation on all adjustments and manage the “Major Adjustment Report.” Manage, perform, and report inventory related projects to management.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

• Accuracy – Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly

• Communication – Ability to communicate effectively with others

• Problem Solving – Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems

• Working Under Pressure – Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations

• Organization – Ability to organize and plan work to meet established deadlines

• Independence – Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Education:

• Bachelors degree or equivalent work experience

Computer Skills:

• Computer proficiency with Microsoft (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Internet applications

• AS400 experience preferred   

• Familiar in the use of Warehouse Management Systems and bar code scanning technology ( Korber/Highjump)

Math Skills:

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide

Other Requirements:

• Legally permitted to work in the United States

• Use of Warehouse Equipment i.e., Electric Pallet Jack, Stand up Forklift and Stock Picker

Worker Sub-Type:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time