Inventory Control Spec III

Job Description:

Inventory Control Spec III

Description

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Austin Energy is seeking an Inventory Control Specialist III to ensure operational readiness and accurate inventory management for our Supply Chain team. In this role, you will maintain inventory accuracy, support internal and external customers, and keep the work environment clean and organized. Daily responsibilities include performing bin counts, resolving discrepancies, processing material issues and returns, and ensuring proper labeling and material separation to prevent mix-ups. You will also assist with housekeeping standards and help team members maintain an orderly workspace.

Customer service is a key part of this position. You will provide assistance at the front counter, pull and verify materials for customers, complete transactions promptly, and prepare materials and projects for delivery. This role requires strong attention to detail, accuracy, and safety, as well as the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Excellent organizational, communication, and customer service skills are essential. Experience in inventory control or material handling is preferred, and analytical skills to identify trends and support cost-reduction strategies will be highly valued. Knowledge of supply chain management, electrical utility processes, and lean principles is a plus.

If you are a results-driven professional with a passion for supply chain management, we encourage you to apply and join our growing team at Austin Energy.

Job Description:

Inventory Control Specialist III

Purpose:

This position performs duties associated with warehouse and/or inventory management

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:

Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

• Plans inventory layouts and/or warehouse operations and coordinates activities of workers.
  
• Ensures accuracy and condition of inventoried assets, items shipped, received, or issued and recommends operational improvements
  
• Enters, retrieves and/or reviews data recorded in tracking system, creates and analyzes reports and recommends operational improvements.
  
• Establishes procedures by consulting with workers, managers and suppliers to ensure the procedures are maintained and compliant with overall objectives of the department.
  
• Manages inventory by performing physical counts, identifying variances and reconciling records.
  
• Completes purchase requests by verifying inventory and specifications of purchase requests; preparing stock and equipment requisitions, inputting purchase orders, quotes and service requests, expediting deliveries and assisting with invoice processing.
  
• Ensures maintenance of adequate inventory by researching and resolving discrepancies, recommending actions to manage inventory levels, disbursement and disposition of inventory.
  
• Manages safety by maintaining compliance with safety guidelines, reporting discrepancies, and recommending corrective action to ensure safety in the warehouse.
  
• Supports inventory and/or warehouse operations by recommending inventory layout, providing on-the-job training, troubleshooting issues at various phases of the receiving and shipping cycle, and serves as liaison among purchasing, vendors and other staff members to resolve operational issues.
  

Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:

• May provide leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training, and guidance to others.
  

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of fundamental inventory control procedures and systems.
  
• Knowledge of office and administrative practices related to purchasing.
  
• Skill in oral and written communication.
  
• Skill in record keeping and performing detailed work.
  
• Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
  
• Skill in planning and organizing.
  
• Skill in using computers and related software applications.
  
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
  
• Ability to perform detailed work in an accurate and organized manner.
  
• Ability to train others
  
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other city employees and the public.
  

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent plus four (4) years of experience in a warehouse/inventory control atmosphere or material handling, one (1) year of which includes experience in a lead capacity.
  
• Education may substitute for experience up to the maximum of (2) years.
  

Licenses and Certifications Required:

• Valid Texas Class C Driver’s License, if required for the position.
  
• If required for the position, legally mandated training must be completed within 1 year of employment.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to lead problem solving and troubleshooting efforts, along with identifying and implementing process improvements.
  
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  
• Able to work independently, set priorities and manage multiple tasks.
  
• Ability to work well with others including the ability to train and motivate in a fast paced, dynamic environment.
  
• Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.
  
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
  
• Experience with inventory management/automated inventory systems (e.g. Maximo or similar systems).
  
• Lead experience in an office / field environment
  
• Operating warehouse vehicles, equipment, forklifts/PIV (Powered Industrial Vehicles) in extreme weather conditions.
  
• Acquiring inventory including purchase approvals, managing purchase orders and receiving items into inventory.
  
• Ability to lift items weighing up to 50lbs or more with or without reasonable accommodation.
  

Notes to Candidate:

Pay Range: Entry: $24.40 - Mid: $28.42

Schedule: Monday - Friday (7:00AM - 4:00PM)

Location: 14910 Cameron Rd, Pflugerville, Texas 78660

Employment Application:

• The City of Austin employment application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered.
  
• The Employment Record should be complete with job titles, employment dates, job duties, functions, and responsibilities for each position held.
  
• Starting salary will be based on overall relevant experience from your application.
  
• Responses to supplemental questions regarding experience should also be clearly documented in the ‘Experience’ section of the main application.
  
• Please be sure to detail on the application all current and previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications.
  
• Résumés will not be accepted and statements such as “see résumé” will not be accepted. You may use “N/A” for fields that are not applicable.
  
• Please note that Austin Energy may close the job posting at any time after 7 days from the date of the initial advertisement. Once the job posting has closed, applications cannot be changed.
  
• To ensure a thorough evaluation of your qualifications, please answer all applicable questions in the questionnaire section completely. Incomplete, brief, or one-line responses may not provide enough detail and could impact your eligibility to move forward in the selection process.
  
• Current City of Austin employees must submit their application through ‘Job Hubs’ in Workday to be considered.
  

If you are selected as a top candidate:

• Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED, undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution
  
• This position may require a criminal background investigation.
  

Good Standing Employees

Employees, in Good Standing, who are candidates within the department/division that the position resides in and who meet the minimum and all of the preferred qualifications (if any) of the position will be included in the initial interview. Department/division employee must remain in Good Standing through the Top Candidate Selection phase at which time the Good Standing status will be re-verified.

Driving Requirement:

This position requires a Valid Texas Class "C" Drivers License or the ability to acquire one by your hire date. External New Hires must meet the City of Austin's Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite . To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months.

Essential:

This has been designated as an Essential Employee position. In the event of a City-designated emergency, Essential Employees provide services that impact the public health, safety, utility services, and welfare of members of the Austin community and other employees and ensure the continuity of essential operations. In such an emergency, Essential Employees may be called back in, may be required to modify their schedule, may be assigned to a City-designated work site, or may be retained on site to assist with operations and recovery.

Fair Labor Standards Act:

This position is considered FLSA non-exempt. Non-exempt employees will be compensated for any additional hours worked when such compensation is required by law.

Important Note to Applicants:
Please be aware that the Job Posting Close Date reflects the final day to apply, but the posting will close at 11:59 PM the day before the date listed. All application steps, including attachments and submission, must be fully completed before that time.

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The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual's AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

Closing Date/Time: 2026-03-19