Inventory Management Specialist

About the role

The Inventory Management Specialist (IMS) position supports the Naval Academy Business Services Division (NABSD) Gift Shop, located within the U. S. Naval Academy's Non-Appropriated Fund Instrumentality (NAFI), 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.

What you will do

• 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.

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.

Documents you must provide

• 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 NAF RPL (Non-Appropriated Fund Reemployment Priority): Most recent separation BBA SF50 (or equivalent) If Claiming Spousal Preference ~ Proof of Marriage and PCS Orders If Claiming Veterans Priority Consideration ~ DD-214 page 4 Current or Former Federal Employee ~ SF50 or equivalent

Benefits

Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Life, and Long-Term Disability Insurance; Health Savings Account (HSA); Flexible Spending Account (FSA); Automatic Retirement Enrollment, 401(k), Roth 401(k), and 401(k) Loan; Paid Vacation and Sick Leave Accrual.

What to expect next

All applicants must submit an application via the website, and will receive an email confirming submission.

Additional information

You aren't just managing stock - you are the heartbeat of our organization. As an Inventory Management Specialist, you hold the keys to our operational success. If you love precision, thrive in a dynamic environment, and want a role where your organizational mastery directly impacts our bottom line every single day, this is the position for you.

Scheduling daytime 8-hour shifts, Monday through Friday with occasional weekend events. 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.