Inventory / Supply Specialist
Verify and maintain records on incoming and outgoing shipments involving inventory. Duties include verifying and recording incoming merchandise or material and arranging for the transportation of products. May prepare items for shipment.
At a Glance
Inventory / Supply Specialist earns an average of $39,643/yr. Typical education: High school or GED. Experience: 2.3–2.8 years. Top skills: Inventory Management, Communication, Detail Oriented.
$39,643/yr
High school or GED
2.3–2.8 years
40
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks
Median Wage
$43,190/yr
Growth (2024-34)
-7.7%
Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (14)
Inventory Management
Merchandising
Effective Communication
Selling Techniques
Forklift Truck
Warehousing
Point Of Sale
Inventory Management System
International Sales
Customer Relationship Management
Inventory Control
Invoicing
Lifting Ability
Auditing
Common Skills (15)
Communication
Detail Oriented
Computer Literacy
Customer Service
Problem Solving
Sales
Microsoft Office
Management
Self-Starter
Planning
Rapport Building
Operations
Research
Analytical Skills
Certifications (1)
Valid Driver's License
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