At DistributionNOW we know that our greatest asset is our employees. With approximately 200 locations worldwide, DistributionNOW is growing and so are the employment opportunities. We offer a multitude of disciplines and professions within the company and we invite you to view these opportunities. DistributionNOW is an industry leading provider of pipe, valves and valve automation, fittings, instrumentation, mill and industrial supplies, tools, safety supplies, electrical products, drilling and production equipment, artificial lift, pumps, fabricated equipment, and industrial paints and coatings to the upstream, midstream, and downstream and industrial markets. We also offer supply chain solutions such as procurement, inventory, warehouse management logistics, safety and turnaround support services, project management, and business process and performance metrics reporting. At DistributionNOW, we believe our associates are the best in the business. We value and reward hardworking, creative, and dedicated employees that desire to be part of a team committed to outstanding customer service. START YOUR CAREER NOW. The Inventory Specialist is responsible for the purchasing of non-managed vendor materials and the planning of all relevant materials for assigned area locations. Planning includes working with branch managers to forecast and adjust inventory settings, transferring material from one branch to another, creating inventory related reports and disseminating to branches, and other replenishment duties as necessary. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: • Assist managers with material settings by conducting reviews, performing analyses, and entering settings into SAP, etc. • Review and resolve branch replenishment issues • Source non-core materials for branches • Source emergency orders • Service customers in a timely, organized manner • Other responsibilities and duties, as assigned JOB REQUIREMENTS: • Knowledge of oilfield related materials is preferred • Certification in Production and Inventory Management is preferred • 2 years’ experience in inventory management, replenishment planning and/or buying within SAP • Degree in Supply Chain Management, Inventory Management, Distribution or Engineering • Detailed understanding of Supply Chain Integration processes (forecasting, Demand Management, Procurement, Production, Inventory Management, etc.) • Proficiency in Microsoft applications, especially Excel, Access and Outlook • Well organized, analytical, results-oriented, and productive in a flexible environment as this person will be responsible for making tactical and strategic decisions to better our inventory performance • Strong communication skills, both oral and written BENEFITS: • Competitive Salary bonus • 401(k)/ Retirement savings • Comprehensive Benefits (medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage) • Career growth • Friendly work environment • Paid vacation/holidays