Inventory Specialist

Job Title: Inventory Specialist

Location: Boise, ID (Treasure Valley Area)

Travel Requirement: Up to 20% travel within the Boise/Treasure Valley market

Position Overview:

The Inventory Specialist is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory and asset records while ensuring the efficient management of organizational equipment, supplies, materials, and assets. This role supports inventory tracking, receiving, storage, distribution, reconciliation, and audit activities to ensure accountability and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate inventory records for equipment, supplies, materials, and organizational assets
• Receive, inspect, and verify incoming shipments for accuracy and completeness
• Process inventory transactions including receipts, transfers, distributions, and disposals
• Organize and maintain inventory storage areas for efficient access and accountability
• Conduct inventory counts, cycle counts, physical audits, and asset verification activities
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies, shortages, damaged goods, and overages
• Coordinate with procurement teams and internal departments regarding inventory needs and deliveries
• Support warehouse operations including stocking, labeling, packaging, and shipping
• Operate inventory management systems and tracking tools to maintain accurate records
• Ensure compliance with inventory control policies, procedures, and asset management standards
• Identify opportunities to improve inventory processes and operational efficiency
• Support annual inventory reviews, audits, and reconciliation activities
• Maintain proper handling, storage, and security of inventory assets
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support organizational operations

Knowledge & Skills:

• Inventory management principles and best practices
• Warehouse operations, receiving, storage, and distribution processes
• Inventory reconciliation and audit procedures
• Data entry, reporting, and record maintenance
• Process improvement and inventory control methodologies
• Workplace safety standards related to inventory handling and storage

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift, move, and organize inventory items up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to perform physical inventory counts and warehouse-related activities

#SKILL MATRIX:

• Knowledge of inventory management principles, practices, and procedures.
• Knowledge of warehouse operations, receiving, storage, and distribution processes.
• Knowledge of inventory control systems, asset tracking methods, and recordkeeping practices.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Knowledge of workplace safety practices related to inventory handling and storage.
• Knowledge of data entry and keeping excel sheets up to date.
• Knowledge of auditing and inventory reconciliation procedures.