Sr Warehouse Inventory Assistant

Company: Costa Farms - Come Grow With Us!
Location: Apopka
Posted on: January 21, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Description: The Inventory Assistant supports inventory, production planning, and supply chain operations. This role is hands-on, involving material handling, inventory movement, and coordination of purchasing, logistics, and supplier activities to ensure accurate and timely availability of starter materials and plants. Key Responsibilities Warehouse & Inventory Operations Work primarily in a warehouse setting supporting daily inventory operations. Receive, move, stage, and organize starter materials and plants within the warehouse. Perform lot maintenance and assist with resource requirement changes to maintain inventory accuracy. Support physical inventory counts, cycle counts, and material tracking. Production & Sourcing Support Assist with production planning activities related to inventory availability. Support management of sourced plant programs for production and garden needs. Issue POS for starter materials, planned contract plants, and ad-hoc garden purchases. Purchasing & Purchase Orders Assign, track, and manage purchase orders. Process freight POs for inbound and outbound shipments. Maintain and update price lists for suppliers. Supplier & Logistics Coordination Communicate with suppliers regarding orders, availability, pricing, and delivery schedules. Coordinate logistics with Miami for imported starter materials. Arrange and track local supplier pickups and warehouse deliveries. Receiving & Issue Resolution Receive materials and verify quantities and lot accuracy. Handle invoice discrepancies and resolve receiving issues in coordination with suppliers and internal teams. Work Environment Requirements Role is primarily warehouse-based with frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting. Requires regular movement of inventory using carts, pallet jacks, or similar equipment. May involve exposure to varying temperatures, humidity, and typical warehouse conditions. Requirements: Qualifications & Skills High school diploma or equivalent required. 1–3 years of experience in inventory, warehouse, or supply chain support preferred. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a warehouse team. Basic computer skills and experience with ERP or inventory systems preferred. Preferred Qualifications Experience in agricultural, horticultural, or plant-based warehouse environments. Experience handling imported materials and freight coordination.

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