Assistant Manager Inventory

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Job Posting Title:

Assistant Manager Inventory

position Type:

Professional / Unclassified

Department:

LSUAM AA – SA – ResLife – Housing – Admin – Management (Julie A Walsh (00013258))

Work Location:

0120 Residential Life Warehouse

Pay Grade:

Job Description:

Assistant Manager Inventory

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THIS POSITION INCLUDE:

Position reports to the Manager Logistics

The Assistant Manager of Inventory plays a key role in managing the daily operations of maintenance inventory, logistics, and asset management, including vehicles, furniture repairs, and distribution. This position directly supervises a small team of warehouse helpers to support the departmental maintenance efforts. Some responsibilities include coordinating with the Manager on the procurement and issuance of supplies and assets, generating reports to assist with budget management, and providing operational support to the Logistics Manager in overseeing the repair and tracking of furniture and other assets both on- and off-site. Additionally, the role supports the supervision of student workers involved in receiving and inventory counting activities.

ATTRIBUTES OF THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE:

• Steady, emotionally intelligent leader who can create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others
• Team-player who actively builds authentic and mutually beneficial relationships inside and outside of their team, who is able to influence others without positional authority, who puts divisional priorities and institutional objectives before their own interests, and who is not overly concerned with how or where credit is assigned for shared success.
• Active problem-solver who views limitations, constraints, and competing demands as opportunities to exercise creativity and build relationships.
• Does not begin with no but is willing and able to say it with kindness and conviction when appropriate and necessary.

ABOUT THE DIVISION OF STUDENT AFFAIRS PRIORITIES:

At LSU, we work diligently to create the conditions that make a difference both in the lives of students and for the state of Louisiana. Regardless of the unit, the DNA of student affairs work at LSU is predicated on three priorities. Foremost, we maintain a commitment to quality which is rooted in the belief that LSU students deserve our best effort. Every interaction we have with students should communicate care, relevance, polish, and attention to detail. We work to ensure every space, place, and staff-to-student interaction communicates a sense of home to students. Finally, we design programs, services, events, and experiences with everyone in mind.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 35% Opportunities and Assessment: Work under the direction of the Logistics Manager in managing inventory stock for the warehouse maintenance operations, supporting the team maintaining 2.3 million square feet of student housing. Work closely with the maintenance of assets (vehicles, furniture, etc.), inventory (receiving and issuing), and managing a small warehouse team to move equipment and deliver supplies/assets. Assist in running reports and managing dedicated budgets and applying costs to work orders for operating expenses and asset depreciation.
• 25% Leadership: Supervise and manage daily operations for the warehouse personnel and students to support maintenance and custodial operations. Train and grow the skill levels of the team members to support the ever-changing demands, policies, and procedures within student housing inventory. Work closely with the Logistics Manager in guiding staff to help with the ordering of supplies, receiving of items, issuing and applying costs. Responsible for property pick up, inventory and delivery to the appropriate receiver.
• 20% Financial: Responsible for the management of supplies, equipment, and inventory to report both to the State and University inventory process. Assist with developing efficiencies in the ordering of materials, supplies and equipment to meet the Departmental mission of being good stewards of student funds. Run reports to assess spending; for Departmental assessment against dedicated budgets, while ensuring supplies to help maintenance staff to fulfill work orders. Organize competitive bidding from various vendors/suppliers. Responsible for maintaining a viable inventory filing system. Provides excellent customer service.
• 15% Communications: Work with all levels of staff and train to meet the needs of the area. Must be able to recruit and manage students as well as train staff with skills to support the repairs and organization of assets stored in the warehouse and satellite locations. Follow safety policies and procedures at all times as well as using equipment to move and distribute supplies.
• 5% Other Duties as assigned by the Logistics Manager, Assistant Director, Associate Director or Director. This includes but is not limited to: efforts that support broad division/institution efforts including at least 40 hours per year spent helping divisional initiatives such as Move-In Day, Welcome Week, Family Weekend, Career Expo, Disability Services Finals Testing, other special projects etc.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s Degree

• 2 year related experience
• Inventory Experience
• LSU values skills, experience, and expertise. Candidates who have relevant experience in key job responsibilities are encouraged to apply— a degree is not required as long as the candidate meets the required years of experience specified in the job description.
• Have a valid, Class E driver’s license

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Degree in Industrial Technology, Facilities Management, Inventory

APPLICATIONS:

Applications will be accepted online on the LSU Careers website. The search committee will begin reviewing applications immediately and continue to accept applications and nominations until the position is filled. However, in order to ensure the fullest consideration, candidates are encouraged to have complete applications submitted by August 1, 2025. Requested application materials include a letter of interest; curriculum vitae or resume; and the names, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of at least three professional references. One of the professional references needs to be your most recent supervisor. Salary will be competitive and commensurate with qualifications. An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS/EXPECTATIONS:

Ability and willingness to work some evening and weekend hours, as well as some on call hours for facility Due to the nature of the position and/or position responsibilities, this position shall be subject to drug/alcohol testing in accordance with University Policy Statement 67 In accordance with University Policy Statement 18, this position is considered essential and may be required to report or stay on campus in the event of emergency or closure. Due to the position’s physical requirements, a pre-employment physical examination will be required per FASOP: HR-04.

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

A copy of your transcript(s) may be attached to your application (if available). However, original transcripts are required prior to hire.

Please provide resume, cover letter, and three professional references including name, title, phone number and e-mail address.

Please attach ALL required documents under the “Resume/CV” section of your application. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Julie Walsh juliew@lsu.edu

Posting Date:

July 18, 2025

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

September 18, 2025

Additional Position Information:

Background Check – An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits – LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

Essential Position (Y/N):

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

HCM Contact Information:

For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.

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