Our Inventory Clerk job description includes the responsibilities, duties, skills, education, qualifications, and experience.
About the Inventory Clerk role
An Inventory Clerk is responsible for receiving, stocking, and organizing merchandise in a warehouse or retail setting. They must accurately count and record all incoming and outgoing merchandise, and ensure that items are properly labeled and stored according to company protocol.
Role Purpose
The purpose of an Inventory Clerk is to manage and monitor inventory levels, ensuring accuracy of stock levels, conducting regular audits of supplies, and ordering new stock when necessary. They must also maintain records and manage paperwork related to inventory management, and provide regular updates to management teams.
Inventory Clerk Summary
The Inventory Clerk is responsible for maintaining accurate records of all inventory items. This includes stocking shelves, tracking item availability, and managing supply orders. The Inventory Clerk must have an eye for detail and excellent organizational skills. The Inventory Clerk must also be able to work independently, as well as collaboratively with other staff members. Other responsibilities include entering data into the inventory system, creating and managing reports, and providing customer service.
Inventory Clerk Duties
- Receive and process incoming stock items
- Maintain inventory records and reconcile with physical count of stock
- Prepare routine reports related to stock levels, costs and deliveries
- Inspect and monitor defective or damaged stock
- Verify purchase orders and invoices
- Issue stock against internal or external purchase orders or requests
- Rotate stock and arrange for disposal of surpluses
- Maintain safe and secure storage areas
- Maintain inventory tracking system and databases
Inventory Clerk Skills
- Attention to detail
- Organizational skills
- Computer proficiency
Inventory Clerk Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Knowledge of basic accounting principles
- Good organizational skills
- Proficiency with computers and data entry
Personal Traits
- Organizational skills
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Inventory management