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University of Oklahoma

PEAK - Inventory Associate

Job Description

Job no: 494029 Work type:
Clerical, Service/Maintenance Location:
Oklahoma City, Norman Categories:
PEAK -
Temporary Pay Range:
Targeted salary $15.87 per hour based on experience
Benefits Eligible:
No Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Position Introduction:
Responsible for inventory procurement, receiving, maintenance, and distribution within a department, clinic, or college. Prepares inventory expense reports and conducts audits to ensure product matches inventory records. Prepares and files warranty information and files claims on damaged or defective equipment or goods. Evaluates all processes and procedures. May modify the inventory process. May be responsible for any resale processes. Monitors inventory levels and sales orders to identify inventory requiring replenishment. Monitors and tracks inventory order lead times by product. Receives inventory into operations, confirms inventory received is correct and in good condition. Electronically formats and transmits orders. Prepares daily, monthly, or annual inventory expense reports. Conducts cyclical audits to ensure on-hand product matches inventory records. Reconciles all inventory count discrepancies. Maintains the inventory stockroom in a neat and orderly fashion. Rotates inventory on shelf to ensure oldest inventory is pulled for use. Monitors adequacy of inventory reorder and makes recommendations for items needing adjustment. Monitors sales orders scheduled to be worked by technicians and pulls orders as technicians require inventory product. Posts inventory sold to appropriate work orders to relieve products from inventory. May deliver equipment or inventory to departments or clinics. Identifies, tracks, and communicates products eligible for warranty claims and product returns. Receives defective or returned goods and determines whether to file a claim or return to stock. Prepares and files warranty claims on inventory. Receives warranty replacements and adds to inventory stock. Monitors equipment orders and receives and verifies completeness of equipment shipments and condition of the equipment. Processes and acknowledges receipt of the equipment and forwards invoices for payment processing. Evaluates all processes and procedures and suggests improvements to increase efficiency of the operation. Continuously improves the organization of required stock. May modify the inventory process if needed. Provides administrative assistance by answering phones, greeting department visitors, meeting with vendors, and running errands. May participate in staff meetings, committees, and special projects. May provide information regarding ordering procedures and types of supplies, inventory, and equipment available for use. Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position.
Required Education and Experience:
High School diploma or GED 24 months experience in inventory control and/or material management, procurement or closely related experience.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
Working knowledge of an inventory control system Ability to prepare reports in a timely manner Ability to monitor and track shipment of equipment and supplies Ability to communicate verbally and in writing Customer service and interpersonal skills
Required Certifications and Licenses:
Valid Oklahoma Driver's License in order to drive University vehicles Hiring Contingent Upon a
Background Check:
Yes Advertised:
11 Sep 2026 Central Daylight Time Applications close:
Work Location:
In person

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance

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What they do

An Inventory Associate monitors warehouse inventory and places orders with vendors for supplies. Conducts regular or occasional audits of inventory or sections of a warehouse.

$39,335 / year median in Oklahoma

+5% projected growth

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