Distribution Associate

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Distribution Associate to support our operations team. This role is critical in ensuring the smooth flow of materials, inventory accuracy, and warehouse efficiency. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on experience with enterprise systems such as Sage, SAP, Netstock, and have a solid background in logistics, inventory control, and warehouse management.

Responsibilities:

Order Shipment

·        Ensure timely and accurate picking, packing and shipping of orders in accordance with customer expectations.  Responsible for all shipments out of Small Parts Storeroom.

Inventory & Parts Management

·        Conduct regular and ad hoc cycle counts to ensure inventory accuracy.

·        Maintain accurate records of parts usage, inventory levels, and discrepancies in ERP systems (Sage/SAP).

·        Utilize Netstock to support demand planning and stock optimization.

ERP System Utilization

·        Input and retrieve data using ERP platforms including SAP, Sage, and Netstock.

·        Monitor part orders, backorders, and inbound/outbound shipments.

Logistics & Warehouse Operations

·        Receive, store, and distribute materials, tools, and equipment.

·        Organize and maintain the parts room and warehouse for operational efficiency.

·        Support receiving processes in coordination with logistics teams.

Inventory Organization

·        Operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment in compliance with safety standards.

·        Load/unload delivery trucks, ensuring product integrity and timeliness.

Team Collaboration & Support

·        Collaborate with procurement, production, and maintenance teams to forecast parts requirements.

·        Support production line activities by ensuring timely availability of materials and parts.

Requirements:

·       2+ years successful experience in a production, logistics, or warehouse environment.

·       Proficient with ERP systems such as Sage, SAP, and Netstock; ability to learn new systems quickly.

·       Strong understanding of cycle counting, inventory control, and warehouse best practices.

·       Forklift certified or ability to become certified.

·       Experience in a parts/inventory or materials handling role.

·       Familiarity with warehouse layout optimization and inventory zoning techniques is a plus.

·       Knowledge of logistics coordination and basic supply chain principles.

·       Experience in manufacturing or heavy industrial environments.

·       Ability to troubleshoot ERP transaction issues and escalate accordingly.

·       Very strong work ethic that drives urgency and efficiency.

WORK HOURS:

Hours are a typical office Monday-Friday schedule with night or weekend hours required as necessary for business demands.

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT AND REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.