Job Details

**Warehouse Associate Inventory I**

**Primary Location** Dinuba, California **Job ID** R100841 **Job Summary**

The Warehouse Inventory Control follows team guidelines for management and control of product inventory. Performs a variety of functions to include cycle counts, inventory adjustment, replenishments and resolves overstock and damages issues.

**Essential Functions**

To perform this job successfully, an employee must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation. To request a reasonable accommodation, notify Human Resources or the manager who oversees the position.

Inventory Control

* Using computer system-generated reports, cycle counts products in the fulfillment center;

* Using various computer system-generated reports, audits product locations to verify item, count and expiration dating accuracy;

* Identifies and corrects inventory errors;

* Sets up new, and adjusts existing, storage locations;

* Investigates inventory discrepancies, and makes appropriate adjustments to inventory in the computer system;

* For customer invoice item where inventory is not available, investigates the error and edits the invoice to remove the item;

* Alerts the Supervisor to product non-conformances (new packaging, wrong count, product damage, shortages, etc.).

* Detail regarding these essential functions is provided in inventory work instructions.

* Keeps the fulfillment center aisles clear and maintains integrity of storage locations;

* Ensures regulatory compliance for the facility as it relates to DEA, OSHA, FDA, EPA, BoP, local/state compliance agencies

Replenishment

* Assesses replenished pick location for proper restock settings in the computer system;

* Matches product transferred to pick location label for accuracy;

* Cycle counts locations to verify on-hand quantities match reports;

Overstock and Damages

* Updates overstock location placards or labels to reflect quantity changes;

* Communicates with vendors, PLSI Liaison, and procurement to resolve vendor discrepancy issues.

* Communicates with vendor returns team to obtain return POs to vendors

* Updates warehouse management system with status notes on PO issues

* Monitors status and timelines of discrepancies to ensure prompt resolution

* Determines disposition of damaged product to company approved charity

* Alerts the Supervisor to product non-conformances (new packaging, wrong count, product damage, shortages, etc.)

Returns

* Processes returned merchandise from customers or vendors from start to finish

* Work with Sales Reps on customer returns to ensure processing is properly completed

* Work with Sales Managers and Vendor Returns Department to ensure reimbursements from vendor when needed

**Additional Functions**

In addition to the essential functions listed above, the incumbent may perform the following additional functions.

* Transacting all business in accordance to Patterson Companies business code of ethics and conduct.

* Align with Patterson Companies Purpose, Vision and Values statement.

* Using assigned warehouse equipment/machinery to perform assigned job.

* Meeting/exceeding assigned performance metrics and KPIs.

* Helping maintain an organized, clean and safe warehouse.

* Handling all hazardous materials, pesticides, and prescription drugs according to the Companys processes/procedures and all applicable laws and regulations.

* Performing all work in accordance with Company Safety guidelines and procedures, with safety and regulatory compliance.

* As assigned.

**Job Qualifications**

**Required Qualifications**

* High School diploma or GED preferred

* Proficient and accurate PC/keyboarding skills. Familiar with MS Office Productivity Suite (Excel, Word) and email

* Ability to read, write and count

* Comprehensive problem-solving skills

* Ability to meet deadlines and productivity goals.

**Working Conditions**

**Material and Equipment Directly Used**

* General warehouse equipment

* General office equipment

* MS Office, Shipping and proprietary inventory management software?

**Working Environment/Physical Activities**

* Moving 75% of the time

* Frequently grasp, reach, bend and stoop in narrow/confined spaces.?

**Physical Demands**

* Lift and carry up to 55 pounds, team lift 56 to 100 pounds: continuous, moderate or occasional heavy physical activity

* Sitting or standing: continuous, moderate or occasional heavy physical activity

* Use of hands: Continuous, moderate or occasional heavy physical activity

* Stoop, bend, or crawl: Occasional or frequent moderate physical activity

**Travel and On-Call**

* This position requires no travel per week in a local area.

* For this position being on-call is not required.

**Getting Hired**

Were excited that youre interested in joining Patterson Companies. We offer a wide range of opportunities, and the hiring process may vary based on position.

**Corporate Responsibility**

At Patterson Companies, we measure success by the strength of our relationships with our clients, customers and employees. From working with our partners to bring innovation solutions and provide best-in-class experience to our customers, to supporting employee volunteerism large and small, were committed to building strong connections to support the communities we live and work in.