• Country: Sacramento, USA
• No of vacancies: N/A
  
• Salary: N/A 
• Organization: IRC
• Gender:  Both
• Deadline: N/A

Job Overview:  The Inventory Specialist is responsible for moving, collecting, tracking, and disbursing in-kind resources to refugee and immigrant populations resettled by the IRC and other eligible clients.  They maintain storage space, support procurement efforts, and conduct monthly recordkeeping and reporting requirements.

Major Responsibilities:

• Manage the on- and offsite storage of household goods and personal effects intended for distribution to IRC clients.  Label, organize, and track items, and ensure storage facilities are well-secured, clean, and properly maintained.  Carry out physical inventory counts as needed, recording timely and accurate data within IRC’s data management systems.
• Coordinate the daily operations of donation storage areas by lifting, stocking and supporting the distribution of in-kind goods in an organized manner.  Observe correct stacking and turnover by implementing (FIFO or FEFO) procedures.  Collaborate with colleagues and members of the community to safely load, unload, and disburse goods in strict accordance with IRC and donor requirements.
• Ensure accurate recordkeeping to account for and track incoming and outgoing inventory by preparing forms and maintaining thorough records within IRC’s data management systems.  Provide accurate and up-to-date digital and physical inventory records for regular reporting purposes.
• Support procurement efforts by coordinating with vendors, managing supply lists, and tracking and communicating market prices.  Inform management team of inventory-related needs.
• Use personal, insured vehicle, IRC vehicle, and/or public transportation (where available) to travel and transport materials as needed throughout the service delivery area.
• May train and lead the activities of volunteers and interns.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

Education: Bachelor’s degree business administration, inventory and supply chain management, or similar field strongly preferred.

Work Experience:

Minimum 2 years of related professional experience; preferably in a not-for-profit or other social services environment.

Demonstrated Skills & Competencies:

• Strong relationship building, diplomacy, and networking skills; ability to effectively build internal and external relationships.
• Demonstrated success working and communicating effectively in a multi-cultural environment.
• Self-starter with excellent problem-solving skills combined with the proven ability to prioritize and manage time effectively.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in work product.
• Fluent in English, both spoken and written; proficiency in language(s) spoken by client group is desired.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook); ability to use the internet and other digital tools for data entry, research, and problem-solving purposes.
• Ability to lift 35+ lbs. safely.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a personal, insured vehicle.

Working Environment:

• A combination of standard office environment, remote work, and ‘field’ time within the service delivery area to perform the above outlined responsibilities.
• Inventory storage in conducted in a our non temperature controlled warehouse
• May require occasional weekend and/or evening work.

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