Inventory Control Specialist -- Ashburn, VA

Rackspace Technology is looking for an Inventory Control Specialist.  This role is located out of our Rackspace facility in Ashburn, VA.    Valued members of a winning team Our employees, affectionately called “Rackers,” are our true strength and differentiator. As valued members of a winning team on an inspiring mission, Rackers make a real difference for our customers. It’s why we’re frequently recognized as an employer of choice by global industry-leading programs, including Great Place to Work, Forbes and Fortune.  They embody our Core Values, demonstrating that Fanatical Experience is: ·       Excellence. We are an accountable, disciplined, high-performing company with proven results.·       Customer-driven. We are proactive, collaborative and committed to success for our customers.·       Expertise. Rackers are passionate learners who are embedded in our customers’ businesses to provide unbiased solutions.·       Agility. We adopt new technologies and evolve services to meet customers where they are in their journey.·       Compassion. We’re one team doing the right thing for our customers, communities, and each other. As the Inventory Control Specialist, you will ensure accountability and security of data center inventory. Understand and adhere to company safety policies and procedures as well as documented inventory controls and practices. Provide service in alignment with Rackspace Core Values to include FANATICAL support. Duties and Responsibilities: ·       Manage and process internal tickets (with limited supervision). ·       Process equipment returning to secured inventory stockroom. ·       Execute physical movements of inventory. ·       Maintain meticulous 5S and housekeeping practices. ·       Participate in the root cause analysis method to investigate any customer-impacting events. ·       Participate in regularly schedule inventory-related meetings. ·       Assist in training of new and existing controllers. ·       Learn and demonstrate understanding of all safety policies, procedures and requirements, including acquisition of any required certifications. ·       Address inquiries from other internal/external departments. ·       Stock materials following industry handling standards. ·       Process hard drives containing data through the drive wiping and destruction processes. ·       Process requisitions. ·       Participate in count and assist in reconciliation for the cycle counting process. ·       Process reinstatements. ·       Pull and assign items to fulfill customer contracts and upgrades. ·       Replenish inventory using kanban and min/max methodology. ·       Process materials for disposals. ·       Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments and properly communicate with freight companies. ·       Process international shipments adhering to industry standards. ·       Process inbound receipts required for custom products. ·       Package all shipments in alignment with documented company standards. ·       Complete all shipping and receiving documentation. ·       Process inter-organization transfers. ·       Demonstrate no less than full performance in a continuous, consistent, measurable manner. ·       Demonstrate high levels of passion and enthusiasm when providing Fanatical Support to all customers and coworkers. ·       Communicate in an honest, transparent manner focused on building trust amongst customers and coworkers.  Needed Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:·       Able to work a flexible schedule within a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. ·       Must have basic oral and written communication skills, as well as professional phone etiquette. ·       Familiarity with productivity software including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office and email client software, including the creation of rules and folder organization. ·       Familiarity with electronic and computer components is a plus. ·       Able to type with proficiency and accuracy. ·       Able to lift 60 lbs. overhead. ·       Basic knowledge of integrated inventory control system. ·       Basic knowledge of the cycle counting process. ·       Basic shipping and receiving experience.  Your Education/Experience:   ·       Bachelor’s degree preferred. High school diploma or equivalent required·       0-2 years of experience or ability to show familiarity with inventory industry standards. ·       Minimum of 6 months of experience in an electronics/ computer- oriented position preferred Comprehensive Benefits:Rackspace Benefits for eligible Rackers include the following:·       Medical, Dental, and Vision·       Paid Time Off, Paid Voting Time, Paid Volunteer Time, and Paid Birthday Time Off·       Matching 401K after 30 days, with full vestment your first day·       Employee Stock Purchase Program·       Global Corporate Bonus Plan·       Extensive opportunities for continued professional development with training and certifications. Disclaimer:The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of the employee assigned to this job.  About Rackspace TechnologyWe are the multicloud solutions experts. We combine our expertise with the world’s leading technologies — across applications, data and security — to deliver end-to-end solutions. We have a proven record of advising customers based on their business challenges, designing solutions that scale, building and managing those solutions, and optimizing returns into the future. Named a best place to work, year after year according to Fortune, Forbes and Glassdoor, we attract and develop world-class talent. Join us on our mission to embrace technology, empower customers and deliver the future. More on Rackspace TechnologyThough we’re all different, Rackers thrive through our connection to a central goal: to be a valued member of a winning team on an inspiring mission. We bring our whole selves to work every day. And we embrace the notion that unique perspectives fuel innovation and enable us to best serve our customers and communities around the globe. We welcome you to apply today and want you to know that we are committed to offering equal employment opportunity without regard to age, color, disability, gender reassignment or identity or expression, genetic information, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity status, military or veteran status, nationality, ethnic or national origin, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any legally protected characteristic. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.