Warehouse Order Clerk

JOB SUMMARY:
To prepare purchase orders to restock warehouse according to automatic reorder levels set by the inventory control program. To monitor goods received to ensure that orders are received on schedule, enter items into inventory, and notify accounting department so that invoices can be entered into the accounts payable system.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Checks inventory reports daily to get list of items for automatic reorder.
2. Checks to see if a blanket order is in place. Authorizes new release of material and updates balance remaining on blanket order.
3. Prepares purchase order for items not covered by a blanket order. Proceeds unless there is a change in price or terms that must be approved by the purchasing department.
4. Prepares list of inventory items for which purchasing department must choose vendor and approve price.
5. Enters purchase orders in the inventory control system.
6. Monitors receipt of shipments and notifies accounting department so that they can process invoices for payment.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. NA

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY:

1. High school diploma or equivalency degree.
2. Ability to maintain computerized inventory system promptly and accurately.
3. At least a year's experience in warehouse and familiarity with inventory control system.
4. Ability to interact effectively with warehouse and accounting personnel as required.