Inventory Management Specialist

Clarification from the agency

US Citizenship is required in order to obtain the necessary Tier 3 Non-Critical Sensitive security clearance.

• 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.

Conditions of employment

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance – requires 18 years of age
• Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered for Selective Service
• Verification of employment eligibility in the United States is required - We are an E-Verify participant
• Probationary period: Full Time employees serve a one-year probationary period.
• U.S. Citizenship is required for Tier 3 Positions
• Must be able to understand and communicate in English
• Participation in Direct Deposit
• Valid Driver’s License to travel between multiple Retail Dining locations.
• Must maintain the privacy of official work information and data, and demonstrate the highest level of ethical conduct.

Qualifications

In order to meet the basic qualifications of the Inventory Management Specialist position, NF-2010-03, you must meet both of the following requirements:

1.Experience and/or Education:
a) Possess one (1) year of specialized experience in an Inventory/Business Administration/Supply Chain/Operations/Logistics role that equipped you to perform successfully the duties of this position; OR
b) five (5) years of education beyond high school; OR
c) three (3) years of general work experience.

2. Possess a valid Driver's License

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES (KSAs) requirements for this position are as follows:
** Your application must include narratives for each KSA, using specific examples to demonstrate your qualifications and experience.
1. Experience performing inventory, supply chain duties. Inventory experience in a Retail Dining role is preferred.
2. Experience receiving, tracking, and/or ordering products. Experience using inventory software for product receiving is preferred.
3. 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.
4. Experience coordinating with different departments, and delivering goods to multiple locations.
5. Experience in food service and proper food storage techniques like "FIFO."

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

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.

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

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