Certified Group is committed to delivering expert solutions and quality testing our customers can feel confident in - on time, every time - so the world can trust in what it consumes. As a leading North American provider of laboratory testing, regulatory consulting, and certification & audit services, Certified Group includes Food Safety Net Services (FSNS), FSNS Certification & Audit, Certified Laboratories, EAS Consulting Group, and Labstat International Inc. Certified Group provides analytical testing and regulatory guidance services in the food & beverage, dietary supplements & NHP, cosmetics, OTC, personal care, tobacco, nicotine, cannabis, and hemp industries.

We have embarked on an important journey to unify and strengthen our culture by living these core values: Start with the Customer, Drive to Deliver, Commit to Safety and Quality, and Believe in the Team - including believing in you.

We are currently looking for an Inventory Specialist to join our growing team!

JOB SUMMARY

Coordinate the activities involved in procuring and maintaining records of material, equipment, merchandise, or supplies.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

* Assemble and maintain records of quantity, type, and value of material, equipment, merchandise, or supplies stocked in inventory

* Count material, equipment, merchandise and/or in-stock supplies and post totals to inventory records

* Compare inventories to records to obtain current inventory

* Verify clerical computations against physical count of stock and adjust errors in computation or count; investigate and report reasons for discrepancies

* Compile information on receipt or disbursement of material, equipment, merchandise or supplies and compute inventory balance, price, and cost

* Prepare reports, such as inventory balance, price lists and shortages

* Inspect unacceptable goods or supplies to determine source of problem and recommend corrective action

* Review all purchase documents to ensure they are reflective of the quoted price and quality of the requisition with the vendor and handle discrepancies within limitations and scope of authority

* Maintain effective communication with all internal customers

* Perform all administrative and other accounting duties as assigned

* Research and compare costs for new items and make suggestions of most suitable items to lab and/or corporate management

* Maintain the organization and cleanliness of all inventory areas.

* Assisting with managing priorities and schedule such that individual goals as well as team goals are achieved with encouraged participation in the Food Safety Net Services Team

* Responsible for the safety of oneself and others working within their area

* Responsible for the completion of required training

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

* High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required

* 1 or more years of inventory management and control experience required

* Read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence.

* Effectively resent information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other colleagues.

* Calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.

* Apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

* Processes proficient computer skills and can use MS Office suite.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

* Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse and to handle other communications/computer components

* Potential exposure to odors, fumes, airborne particles, hazardous chemicals, and microbiological pathogens

* Noise level varies from quiet to loud

* Temperature varies from hot to cold

* Interactive and fast-paced team oriented tasks

* Overnight Travel is required at the discretion of management

* Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Benefits:

* Progressive 401k Retirement Savings Plan

* Employer Paid Short- Term and Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance

* Group Medical

* Tuition Reimbursement

* Flexible Spending Accounts

* Dental

* Paid Holidays and Time Off

* Many positions which qualify for the company bonus program

Certified Group values diversity in its workforce. The company is firmly committed to a policy of Equal Opportunity and will administer its policies in a manner that treats each employee and applicant for employment on the basis of merit. Certified Group will take affirmative action to seek out qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, handicap, or veteran status.

Monday - Friday

8am - 5pm