Inventory Management Specialist
About This Position
The Inventory Management Specialist (IMS) position is located within the U. S. Naval Academy's Non-Appropriated Fund Instrumentality (NAFI), Naval Academy Business Services Division (NABSD) Retail Dining & Hospitality, Annapolis, Maryland. The purpose of the position is to ultimately aid the Inventory Manager and actively participate in the receipt, storage, maintenance, and/or periodic physical inventories of merchandise sold and supplies used across a variety of NABSD's business units.
Qualifications
Incumbent must have three years of equivalent administrative/management/inventory experience in the hospitality industry. Education in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Logistics Management or related focus preferred. Candidates must be proficient with Google Suite, MS Office Suite.
Experience using inventory software for product receiving is preferred. Incumbent must have the ability to self-manage with little to no supervision, and have strong organizational skills with the ability to plan out duties to meet deadlines. Experience coordinating with different departments, and delivering goods to multiple locations.
Valid driver's license required. Experience in food service and proper food storage techniques like "FIFO."
Major Duties
Acts as central coordinator of all receiving documents and paperwork related to the receipt of resale and non-resale merchandise for designated NABSD business operations. Inspects incoming deliveries for quality and quantity, comparing receiving documentation against purchase and/or transfer order documents. Verifies and uploads all necessary receiving paperwork into inventory management software applications and communicates with managers and buyers regarding any discrepancies or issues.
Coordinates the transfer of goods from one location to another, as necessary. Ensures all transfer order documentation is complete and accurate. Conducts routine periodic inventories of storage and/or retail spaces and reconciles inventory data in inventory management software.
Prepares spaces for and assists with inventory counting and/or audits.\ Communicates with the Inventory Manager on all matters pertaining to merchandise inventories, quantities on hand, stock levels, and spot inventory/cycle count record keeping and planning. Aids management in identifying program deficiencies and assists in determining the impact to the patron community of changes in service to designated business units. Works toward optimizing procedures and becoming a subject matter expert in receiving and distributing merchandise with regard to inventory management software and handheld scanning technology.
Work requires frequent moderate lifting and carrying of objects weighing up to fifteen pounds. Pushing, and pulling objects weighing up to twenty pounds and occasionally lifting up to and over forty pounds. Heavier objects are usually transported with the aid of a cart or dolly.
Work requires physical exertions such as long periods of standing, walking, recurring bending, crouching, stretching, reaching or similar activities. Incumbent will be exposed to uneven, slippery, or wet surfaces.
Education
Education in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Logistics Management or related focus preferred.
How You Will Be Evaluated
All applications and supporting documents will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and KSA requirements listed in the announcement, and will be rated based on the information provided. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager.
Additional Information
Note: Failure to provide the required information may result in loss of consideration for the position and elimination from the selection process.
Applicants may be required to provide proof of education, complete a pre-hire health screening, etc. DON is an EEO employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, or other non-merit factor.
Reasonable accommodations may be provided to applicants with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the office that is collecting the applications. The decision on granting reasonable accommodations will be on a case-by-case basis.
How to Apply
A complete online application must be submitted no later than NOON on the closing date to be considered for a USNA NAF/NABSD position. Resumes must not exceed 2 pages. Apply Here: NABSD Career Center Visit our website or email [email protected] if you need assistance.
Required Documents
The below items are accepted and may be needed to support a claimed preference. Resume (Not to exceed 2 pages. Cover Letter Transcript and/or Diploma ~ If using education screen-in for KSA #1 If Claiming Veterans Preference ~ DD-214 page 4 If Claiming Spousal Preference ~ Proof of Marriage and PCS Orders If Claiming ICTAP Eligibility ~ Reduction in Force (RIF) notice and SF50 or equivalent) Current or Former Federal Employee ~ SF50 or equivalent