District Inventory Support - DCC Propane, LLC

Position Summary

The District Inventory Support role is responsible for coordinating and overseeing inventory activities across all stores or locations within a district. This includes managing inventory levels, assisting in inventory audits, analyzing data, and supporting the implementation of inventory control procedures. The role aims to optimize inventory accuracy, minimize shrinkage, and ensure all inventory processes comply with company standards.

Core Duties / Key Responsibilities

• Inventory Management
  • Establish and maintain proper inventory levels and controls.
  • Ordering of parts, fittings, tools and equipment.
  • Warehouse cleanliness and organization.
  • Service work follow up, including ordering, pricing and follow up with customers.
  • Assist in reviewing, processing and billing of completed work orders.
  • Track and report on inventory metrics such as shrinkage, turnover rates, and stock levels.
  • Assist in planning and forecasting inventory needs based on sales trends upcoming work orders.
• Audit and Compliance
  • Support periodic physical inventory counts and cycle counts.
  • Investigate discrepancies between physical inventory and systems records.
  • Ensure compliance with company inventory policies and procedures.
  • Collaborate with District and General Managers and staff to identify and address inventory issues.
• Data Analysis & Reporting
  • Analyze inventory data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
  • Prepare and present inventory reports to District and Regional leadership.
  • Provide recommendations on inventory optimization strategies.
• Training & Support
  • Provide training and guidance to distribution location teams on best practices for inventory management.
  • Assist with onboarding new staff regarding inventory procedures.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for inventory-related questions and issues within the district.
• Process Improvement
  • Collaborate with District and General Management to develop and implement improved inventory processes.
  • Identify inefficiencies in the supply chain and recommend improvements.
  • Support the roll-out of new inventory management tools and technologies.

Other additional and/or alternate duties as assigned from time-to-time; including supporting other departments or executives as needed.

Position Qualifications

Experience/Education

Required Education: High School Diploma/GED or parallel work experience

Work Experience Preferred: Propane/Oil Industry and HVAC

Supplemental Experience: Hands on field experience in HVAC industry

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Microsoft Applications: Intermediate functionality in Microsoft Suite

Additional Technology: Intermediate computer literacy and application

Travel: Local Travel Required

Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills required

Additional Requirements:

• Working knowledge of HVAC and oil/delivery services.
• Propane industry experience.
• Assist technicians as needed.
• Assist with billing/posting of work orders.
• Delivery/pickup of emergency parts and supplies.
• Cross-functional computer skills.
• Adaptation to new digital programs.
• Time management skills.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Someone who exhibits sound judgement with the ability to prioritize and understands when to escalate and when to make decisions.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Take responsibility regarding all aspects of daily tasks and actions.
• Analytical abilities and aptitude in problem-solving.
• Ensure all daily work is completed in a timely and accurate manner.
• Must be dependable with a stable work history.
• Ability to flourish with minimal guidance, be a proactive initiator.
• Ability to maintain stability under pressure and be flexible and willing to modify plans and behavior when necessary.
• Ability to be a positive representative of the Company both internally and externally.
• Ability to work with respect and cooperation at all times with fellow employees and customers. Maintain professionalism, integrity, security, image and confidentiality of information and records as required by the position.
• Complete all PERC and other online training in a timely manner.
• Regular attendance at the worksite is required.

Physical/Working Requirements

The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is:

• This position requires regular in-office attendance; this is not a hybrid or remote position;
• Continued sitting at a desk and working on a computer;
• Must be able to position, transport, lift and/or move up to 50 pounds regularly with occasional need for higher weight requirements pounds at a time;
• Stand, walk, move across large areas;
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl or otherwise reach into confined spaces;
• Communicate with and exchange information verbally and in writing;
• Move about in an office and plant environment;
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually high noise level.

Scope

Direct Reports: 0

Total Organization Employees: ~ 900

# States: 21

# Markets: 9

# Operating Districts: ~ 39

This job description is not intended to describe in detail the multitude of tasks that may be assigned, but rather to provide the employee with a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations of his/her position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position. As the nature of business demands change so, too, may the essential functions of this position.

DCC Propane is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, military status or disability status.