Job Details
Job Location
Secaucus - Secaucus, NJ
Job Shift
Day
Description
About Empire Office
Empire Office is the largest commercial furniture dealer in the world, with over 78 years of experience and more than 425 full-time employees across the country. As the preeminent Steelcase dealer in the United States, we support a network of over 500 manufacturers. We partner with top-tier architects, designers, brokers, craftsmen, and manufacturers to deliver innovative workspace solutions that address business challenges and activate brands with creative, cost-effective results.
Title: Inventory Associate
Reports to: VP of Warehousing
Department: Warehouse
Location: Secaucus, NJ – 1000 New County Rd., Secaucus, NJ, 07094
Status: Hourly/Full-time
Overview
Empire Office is currently seeking an Inventory Associate in our Secaucus, NJ warehouse to join our team. This role is a hybrid of asset management and warehouse inventory control, with additional responsibilities supporting pre-sold warehousing functions. The Inventory Associate will be responsible for recording, maintaining, and updating the inventory of client-owned furniture, creating customized inventory management standards, and generating reports to convey this information. Additionally, this role will help manage pre-sold warehousing functions such as closing out delivery tickets and performing inventory cycle counts. Traveling to jobsites may be required at times.
Requirements
- Ability to work independently.
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work within a deadline.
- Strong communication skills and willingness to work as a team.
- Physical ability to lift 50 lbs.
- Ability to read and write in English.
- Ability to operate an iPad and phone to communicate with the team.
- Ability to operate warehouse machinery.
- OSHA certification and forklift certification are preferred.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop inventory standards and import data into SnapTracker.
- Create and distribute inventory reports as needed for customers.
- Generate and process work orders for items pulled from client inventory for delivery.
- Audit client-owned inventory for accuracy.
- Maintain the organization and cleanliness of the asset management area in the Secaucus warehouse.
- Assist with pre-sold warehousing tasks, including closing out delivery tickets and performing inventory cycle counts.
- Assist with physical itemized cataloging of account inventory using SnapTracker software.
- Maintain detailed cataloging of conditions and items and perform record-keeping tasks.
- Clean and organize inventory areas, adding necessary protection to inventory items as needed.
Qualifications
Skills & Qualifications
- High School diploma or GED required.
- Preferred skills: SnapTracker, Crystal Report Writer, Cap Studio Worksheet, Hedberg, MS Office, and Outlook.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to multitask effectively.
- Minimum of 4 years’ experience in the commercial furniture industry.
- Knowledgeable about various furniture products and applications.
- Valid driver’s license and insurability preferred.
- Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
- Demonstrates efficiency and accountability.
Physical Demands
- Requires standing, walking, and sitting for extended periods.
- Requires climbing and balancing.
- Requires the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Requires pushing and pulling.
- Requires color vision.
- Requires regular and reliable attendance.
- Requires English language and grammar skills.
- Requires reading and interpreting instructions.
- Involves repetitive motions.
