Warehouse Inventory Specialist

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At Werner, we're more than an electrical distributor - we're a community that empowers people to grow, innovate, and truly make a difference. Our culture celebrates individuality, encourages creativity, and values each person's voice; creating a space where you can be yourself, connect with others, and build a meaningful career. We believe in balance and flexibility, so you can thrive both professionally and personally. Together, we can make an impact and build something exceptional for our customers, families, communities, and each other.

Custom Assembly & Services Inventory Specialist - Appleton, WI

• Starting Wage: $23/hr-25/hr
• $1,000 Starting Bonus + $3,600 annual bonus potential
• Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Monday through Friday)
• Merit increase annually
• Immediate paid time off
• Benefits starting the first of the month after your starting date

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma (or equivalent) required
• 1+ years related experience required
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Basic computer knowledge required. Must be able to utilize database software, inventory software, order-processing systems, and word-processing software.
• Must be able to lift/move 50 pounds.

Preferred Requirements

• Associate's degree in a related field.
• Experience in warehouse operations.
• Understanding and experience in utilizing business systems. ERP, MRP, and/or WMS.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Power BI.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships between various interdepartmental teams including warehouse, product management, CAS, and inventory teams.
• Maintain high customer service standards through work order maintenance, resolution of inventory discrepancies, and timely communication to stakeholders.
• Utilize Work Order Process module to create and release orders from suggested queues, track open orders, monitor material availability, maintain appropriate stock levels on PREFAB items, and expedite materials as needed to meet required dates.
• Order material from outside vendors for CAS as needed.
• Provide guidance to the sales organization and customer experience teams on proper processes, product availability, and lead times.
• Assist in coordinating inventory activities between CAS and RDC inventory team to ensure accuracy.
• Various tasks from the RDC warehouse inventory team; including sending product to outside vendors and being back-up resource for warehouse Cycle Counting operations.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Company Overview

Founded in 1948, Werner has grown from a small appliance store in downtown Neenah, WI into an award-winning employer and leading electrical distributor with 12 branch locations in Wisconsin and Upper-Michigan. Headquartered in Appleton, WI, we provide electrical, lighting, network, process, and inventory management solutions for a diverse group of industrial and construction customers. We are a growing, privately-held company with over 400 employees who uphold a strong local reputation and a family culture built around the "Werner Way." As a recent New North Workplace Excellence Award winner, we're dedicated to the continuous improvement of our people, products, and services to ensure the long-term success of our employees and customers. Apply today and find out why we're a "Great Place to Work."

Employee Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
• Paid holidays, vacation, personal, and sick days
• Pet Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Accident Insurance & Critical Illness Coverage
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Annual bonuses and merit increases based on performance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
• Career Development & Leadership Training
• Paid Parental Leave

Werner is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.