Inventory Coordinator

SMS Equipment is looking for two Inventory Coordinators to join our Mining Parts Support team.

This role is responsible for coordinating day-to-day inventory transactions and control support, ensuring inventory availability, accuracy, compliance, and exceptional service for both internal and external customers.

• Create and manage inventory purchase orders across multiple vendors and product groups to maintain inventory levels and stock turns.
• Monitor supplier lead times, purchase orders, and backorders while coordinating order upgrades and expediting deliveries when required.
• Review inventory levels and scheduled orders to help prevent shortages and excess inventory.
• Review and approve interbranch transfer requests while balancing inventory requirements and supporting branch and customer needs.
• Participate in inventory optimization initiatives, including surplus inventory transfers and location utilization reviews.
• Monitor open transfers and coordinate with warehouses and branches to ensure timely completion.
• Work closely with suppliers, freight forwarders, and shipping partners to resolve shipment issues and delays.
• Maintain inventory integrity by supporting inventory protection controls, investigating inventory discrepancies, and resolving inventory location issues.
• Process inventory adjustments and cycle counts while supporting compliance requirements and annual inventory counts.
• Coordinate inventory count activities, including reporting and reconciliation efforts, with occasional travel to branch or customer locations as required.
• Manage customer and vendor returns, including return authorizations, credits, and documentation requirements.
• Administer supplier claims and ensure accurate documentation, follow-up, and resolution.
• Support the team through cross-functional collaboration and additional duties as assigned.
• Strong computer proficiency, including Microsoft Excel and the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent time management, organization, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to make sound decisions and solve problems effectively.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.