Inventory Control Specialist

Job Location: Burlington, WA

Job Category: Agronomy

Job Schedule: Full-time

Located in the fertile Skagit Valley of Washington state, Skagit Farmers Supply has served the local agricultural community since 1934. As a local co-operative the company provides farmers, homeowners, businesses, families and the communities in the Pacific Northwest with services through Agronomy, Energy, Retail and Wholesale operations.

Our Agronomy Division works to improve crop production, manage costs and increase yields. We offer a full range of products and services including crop protection products, dry and liquid fertilizer, turf & ornamental products, seed, custom application services, corn planting, crop burning and side dressing. Our facility in Burlington, WA features a state-of-the-art robotic bagging line for supplying fertilizer to Hawaii, Alaska and other parts of the country.

Job Responsibilities

• Greet customers and assist them to fulfill orders by loading & unloading products.
• Ensure compliance with all inventory control measures.
• Audit inventory through physical inspection and verify accuracy through monthly counts.
• Monitor merchandise for correct location assignments.
• Analyze inventory variance reports.
• Recognize, prevent and investigate potential security risks and reasons for shrink or theft.
• Make local deliveries, visit various worksites, other businesses or customer locations.
• Safely operate forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Exhibit an ability to receive feedback, adapt to new processes and continuously develop skills.
• Demonstrate the ability to collaborate, communicate well and effectively relay information with an emphasis on developing positive professional relationships.
• Practice punctual and reliable attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Demonstrate proficiency with Microsoft Windows and Office.
• Demonstrate strong organizational, multi-tasking, investigative, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Lift, carry, push, pull and load up to 60 pounds.
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.
• Possess a safe driving record history.
• Pass a background check and pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge utilizing inventory management or purchasing systems, or other query-based analytic or forecasting software.
• Familiarity with crop protection and nutrient products.

Hours / Days / Schedule

Full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday. Qualified applicants must be available to work extended hours, evenings and weekends as needed, especially during times of high seasonal demand.

Compensation & Benefits

$20.00 – $25.00/hour. After meeting eligibility requirements, benefits include:

• Medical Insurance*
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Vacation**
• Sick Pay
• 9 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Match
• Employee Discounts
• Dependent Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Profit Sharing

*100% employer paid for employee coverage. **Two to six weeks annually, depending on the length of full-time service.

To Apply

Visit www.skagitfarmers.com/careers to complete an online application. Internal applicants may submit a letter of consideration to Human Resources in lieu of an application for employment.