Inventory Coordinator

Inventory Coordinator Louisville Tile Distributors is seeking an Inventory Coordinator for our corporate office. The Inventory Coordinator will support both purchasing and operations by managing key inventory-related processes. This role is responsible for coordinating mis-shipments and damaged goods with suppliers to secure replacements or credits, providing backup coverage for Purchasing Agents during PTO, and overseeing inventory consolidation efforts for non-stock items, remnants, and expired products. This is a full-time on-site M-F position.Louisville Tile has been a family owned business for over 70 years with 13 locations. We provide cutting edge tile and setting materials to residential and commercial customers in KY, OH, IN, TN, and MI. Louisville Tile offers careers in many fields and strive to promote from within. Our company has a family like environment with a caring culture. We were voted one of Kentucky's Best Places to work consecutively since 2015 by our employees!Benefits Offered:401(k) with employer match of 50% of the first 6%Insurance Benefits after 30 daysEmployer paid: life insurance, long term disability, and employee assistance program7 paid holidaysRequirements:Previous experience in inventory and/or PurchasingHigh School DiplomaProficient in Microsoft Office productsDesired Skills:Desire and ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic work environmentAbility to multi-taskStrong communication and problem-solving skillsStrong attention to detailProficient in computer skills and particularly familiar with Microsoft Excel and WordAbility to learn new skills while meeting deliverable deadlines and milestonesAbility to prioritize to achieve highest payoff, highest priority objectivesStrong positive attitudeExhibit the highest degree of professionalismAbility to identify opportunities and come up with resolutionsAbility to learn and adapt to technology, systems, and processesAdhere to company SOPsProfessional communication and interpersonal skillsGoal orientedCompetitive spiritComfortable with changing processes and technologyAbility to be coachedEssential Duties and Responsibilities:Tier 2's (Mis-shipments and damaged goods)Coordinating with suppliers for goods received incorrectly or damaged reported by our warehouses.Removing/adding inventory related as needed.Reordering materials if needed.Filing claims with our freight carriers.Purchasing Agent Support and CoverageProviding support and coverage to the Purchasing team, to include special orders and stock ordering, for scheduled PTO.Non-stock Inventory Review and ConsolidationReviewing non-stock reports and consolidating stocking branches.Identifying remnantsIdentifying remnant inventory and coordinate with warehouses to get these consolidated and/or removed from inventory.Manage Product ExpirationIdentifying material that is about to expire and coordinate transfers or quick sales of material with warehouses and/or branch managers.Open PO and Transfer Clean upInvestigating old and/or late purchase orders and transfers to get resolved.Identify and Resolve Inventory IssuesAssisting Warehouse Operations in identifying and resolving random inventory issues as they arise.Project Support Assigned by Purchasing ManagerAssisting the Purchasing Manager with monthly projects regarding inventory.