Inventory Control and Procurement Clerk

POSITION SUMMARY The Inventory Control & Procurement Clerk maintains accurate ingredient and material records and supports receiving, storage, material planning, purchasing administration, counting, and reconciliation for South Chicago Packing’s 3800 and 944 facilities. This role helps ensure materials are available when needed, inventory and purchasing transactions are accurate, and issues are resolved safely and promptly in partnership with Supply Chain, Production, Quality, Procurement, and Accounting. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Receiving, Storage & Material Handling Receive inbound materials and verify item, quantity, condition, purchase documentation, and system information against expected receipts. Assign storage locations, coordinate available warehouse space, and help move materials to designated storage or production areas. Operate forklifts and other authorized material-handling equipment in accordance with training and safety requirements. Identify damaged, defective, or nonconforming materials; complete required records and coordinate movement to the appropriate hold area. Coordinate returns and exchanges and ensure reverse-distribution steps and supporting documentation are completed. Inventory Control & Reconciliation Distribute ingredients to production and reconcile daily usage and balances for both production lines. Perform cycle counts, physical inventories, and routine reconciliations; research quantity, location, receiving, and transaction differences. Maintain accurate shipping, receiving, inventory, and reconciliation records and trace missing or delayed shipments as needed. Complete month-end and year-end inventory reconciliations and provide clear supporting documentation to Accounting. Coordinate corrective action with Shipping and Receiving, Procurement, Production, Quality Assurance, and Accounting when variances or transaction errors are identified. Material Planning & Procurement Support Perform assigned MRP planning activities using current demand, supply, lead-time, and inventory information to support material availability. Maintain bills of materials and purchasing records, track agreements, convert approved requisitions to purchase orders, and maintain required quality documentation. Communicate with suppliers and internal partners regarding purchase orders, receipts, documentation, shortages, and other routine issues. Coordinate material phase-ins, phase-outs, BOM changes, and receiving handoffs so planning, purchasing, receiving, and inventory records remain aligned. Operational Support & Collaboration Respond to questions about receipts, inventory transactions, purchasing records, and material balances with timely, accurate information. Promote safe work practices, accurate documentation, and orderly storage areas while following Company, food-safety, quality, and site requirements. Influence and coordinate work across departments without direct supervisory authority. Perform other duties as assigned. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS High school diploma and at least 5 years experience with inventory, receiving, purchasing, material planning, warehouse, or supply chain work. Relevant college coursework, a degree, or technical training may substitute for part of the experience requirement. Experience maintaining detailed records, completing reconciliations, and investigating inventory or transaction differences. Working proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word and experience using an ERP, MRP, WMS, CMMS, or comparable business system. Ability to safely operate a forklift after completing required Company training and authorization. Ability to communicate clearly in English to understand safety instructions, complete records, and coordinate work with employees, suppliers, and business partners. Ability to work a flexible schedule, including occasional weekends or extended hours, based on business needs. Valid state driver’s license, if driving is required to perform assigned duties. PREFERR…

View the full posting and apply