Inventory Associate Part Time
Inventory Associate Since 1978, Big Tool Box has been the family-owned hardware haven where "all the expertise is under one roof," putting customer service at the heart of everything it does. Spanning five powerhouse categories-Ace Hardware and Tools for every nut, bolt, and power tool imaginable; the Rental & Repair Center to keep projects moving without breaking the bank; the Highlands Garden Center bursting with plants, soil, and green-thumb guidance; the Lawn & Sprinkler Center for flawless outdoor irrigation and landscape solutions; and the Grillin and Chillin Center stocked with premium BBQ grills and all the accessories for perfect backyard cookouts-Big Tool Box remains the go-to destination for contractors, gardeners, grill masters, and DIYers alike. Job Summary Accurately count products and execute cycle counting using mobile RF technology to maintain 98%+ inventory accuracy.Generate and action Mango reports, organize backstock, and support receiving/merchandising with zero-discrepancy data.Work independently during off-peak or early-morning hours to keep every SKU in the right place at the right quantity.Part-time and Full-time shifts available.Praise worthy customer service is our goal in every customer interaction. Key Responsibilities Counting Products & Cycle Counting Perform blind cycle counts on 300-600 SKUs daily using mobile RF scanner (Zebra TC52 or similar); count bins, pegs, overheads, endcaps, and backstock.Recount variances immediately; research mis-picks, damages, or system errors before submitting. Research/correct previous counting errors.Prioritize high-velocity, high-value, or negative on-hand items.Mango Reports & Data Actions Pull Mango accuracy reports each morning: On-Hand vs. Physical, Zero Sales, Overstock, Negative Balance.Resolve red-flag SKUs same-day: adjust counts, move hidden stock, or flag for manager review.Export velocity trends to ExcelOrganization & Slotting Slot freight into reserve locations by velocity and size; label every bin, overhead, and pallet clearly.Consolidate partial cases, condense aisles, and eliminate "dead zones" weekly.Maintain standards in the backroom: swept, lit, labeled, no loose cardboard.Mobile RF Technology Use Master RF functions: blind count, location inquiry, stock transfer, receive override, label print.Troubleshoot scanner sync, low battery, or barcode errors.Use Mango mobile app to scan outs, photo-document damages, and close count tasks in real time.Support & Compliance Assist receiving with pallet breakdown and piece-count verification during truck unloads.Prep for yearly wall-to-wall physical: stage count sheets, label sections, lock high-theft areas.Follow shrink-prevention rules: lock scanners when unattended, initial every adjustment.Create and upload purchase orders as directed and when needed.All other duties as assigned by store management Required Qualifications and Skills Education High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.Experience 6+ months retail cycle counting or warehouse inventory; RF scanner experience strongly preferred.Skills & Abilities Counting precision-blind-counts 500 screws in <90 sec with zero errors.Mango report fluency-interprets dashboards, filters by department. Training provided.Mobile RF mastery-navigates menus without looking.Independent worker who owns a zone from start to audit-ready finish.Basic Excel for variance logs and trend charts.Age 16 years or olderPhysical Requirements Lift/carry up to 50 lbs occasionally (cases during slotting).Walk 8-12 miles/shift; climb 12-ft rolling ladders; bend, reach, kneel in tight aisles.Early-morning or late-night inventory windows.Other Laser-focused on accuracy-"close enough" is not in your vocabulary.Flexible for physical inventory weekends and truck-receiving support when needed.Commitment to data integrity and shrink elimination.Required Qualifications and Skills Education High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.Experience 6+ months retail cycle counting or warehouse inventory; RF scanner experience strongly preferred.Skills & Abilities Counting precision-blind-counts 500 screws in <90 sec with zero errors.Mango report fluency-interprets dashboards, filters by department. Training provided.Mobile RF mastery-navigates menus without looking.Independent worker who owns a zone from start to audit-ready finish.Basic Excel for variance logs and trend charts.Age 16 years or olderPhysical Requirements Lift/carry up to 50 lbs occasionally (cases during slotting).Walk 8-12 miles/shift; climb 12-ft rolling ladders; bend, reach, kneel in tight aisles.Early-morning or late-night inventory windows.Other Laser-focused on accuracy-"close enough" is not in your vocabulary.Flexible for physical inventory weekends and truck-receiving support when needed.Commitment to data integrity and shrink elimination.