Inventory Control Specialist

General Summary:

The Inventory Control Specialist is responsible for ensuring accurate and efficient inventory management within a manufacturing/plant environment. This role supports production by maintaining optimal raw material, work-in-progress (WIP), and finished goods inventory levels. The Inventory Planner works closely with production, purchasing, and warehouse teams to prevent shortages, reduce excess inventory, and keep operations running smoothly.

Responsibilities:

· Maintain appropriate inventory levels for raw materials, components, and finished goods to support production schedules

· Analyze production plans, forecasts, and historical usage to determine material requirements

· Coordinate with purchasing and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials

· Monitor inventory transactions and ensure accuracy within ERP systems

· Identify and resolve inventory discrepancies, including cycle count and audit variances

· Track slow-moving, obsolete, or excess inventory and recommend corrective actions

· Partner with production and operations teams to adjust inventory based on changing demand or production needs

· Support scheduling and planning efforts to align material availability with production timelines

· Generate and review inventory reports (stock levels, shortages, usage trends, and turnover)

· Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and inventory control procedures

· Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Business, or related field (preferred)

· 2 years of experience in inventory planning, production planning, or supply chain within a manufacturing environment

· Experience working with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar)

· Strong Excel skills and ability to analyze large data sets

· Understanding of manufacturing processes, BOMs (Bill of Materials), and production workflows

· Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills

· And whatever else may be required

Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree experience in Operations, Business, or related field preferred

· 2 years of experience in inventory planning, production planning, or supply chain within a manufacturing environment

· Experience working with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar)

· Strong Excel skills and ability to analyze large data sets

· Understanding of manufacturing processes, BOMs (Bill of Materials), and production workflows

· Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills

Key Skills:

· Inventory control and material planning

· Demand forecasting and production support

· Attention to detail and accuracy

· Cross-functional communication

· Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced plant environment

Work Environment:

· Combination of office and plant floor setting

· Regular interaction with production, warehouse, and purchasing teams

· May require flexibility in hours to support production schedules

Success Metrics:

· Material availability to meet production schedules

· Reduction in stockouts and production downtime

· Improved inventory accuracy and cycle count performance

· Reduction in excess and obsolete inventory

· Inventory turnover and cost control improvements

Pay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $50,000 - $60,000