Warehouse Inventory Clerk

Warehouse Inventory Clerk

Department: Finance / Procurement

Reports to: Procurement & Asset Analyst

Salary Range: $31,000 - $37,000 annually, based on qualifications and experience

Work Schedule: Monday – Thursday / 7:00AM – 5:30PM

Job Summary: 

The City of Cairo is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Warehouse Inventory Clerk to support city departments with inventory management, pick ticket fulfillment, and warehouse organization.  This position plays a key role in ensuring that supplies and materials are accurately tracked, stored, and distributed in a timely and organized manner.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist city departments with generating and processing pick tickets for requested items
• Locate, pull, and deliver inventory items as requested
• Receive and verify incoming inventory deliveries
• Inspect materials for accuracy and damage, and record receiving documentation
• Enter received items into the inventory system
• Ensure inventory bins are properly labeled and materials are neatly stored
• Perform periodic physical inventory counts and assist with reconciliations
• Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of the warehouse
• Assist with tagging of assets or equipment when necessary
• Coordinate with Procurement and Finance staff on inventory reporting

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma of GED
• 1 year of experience in warehouse, inventory, or materials handling
• Experience operating a forklift in a warehouse environment
• Current forklift operator certification required (or ability to obtain certification within 90 days of hire)
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in workhouse conditions
• Strong organizational skills; familiarity with inventory systems preferred
• Valid driver’s license