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Overview We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Inventory Control Specialist to join our team and drive excellence in inventory management processes. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing stock levels, coordinating procurement activities, and ensuring accurate data analysis to optimize supply chain efficiency. Your proactive approach will help streamline warehouse operations, improve inventory accuracy, and support overall business objectives. This position offers an exciting opportunity to leverage technical proficiency, analytical skills, and cross-functional communication to make a tangible impact on our logistics and materials handling functions. Duties Monitor and maintain accurate inventory levels using warehouse management systems (WMS) and enterprise resource planning (ERP) software such as AS400 or similar platforms. Conduct regular data mining and analysis to identify discrepancies, root causes of stock variances, and opportunities for process improvement. Collaborate with procurement and sourcing teams to optimize purchasing strategies, pricing negotiations, and supplier management. Perform demand planning and forecasting using tools like Nielsen data, Power BI dashboards, and supply chain analytics to ensure optimal stocking levels. Manage logistics inventory management activities including shipping & receiving, order fulfillment, materials handling, and heavy lifting as needed. Lead category management initiatives by analyzing sales trends, merchandising data, and market insights to enhance inventory turnover. Support production planning and materials management by coordinating with warehouse operations to ensure timely stock availability. Utilize inventory management software and spreadsheets for data collection, financial analysis, and inventory control reporting. Engage in process improvement projects aimed at enhancing warehouse operations efficiency through root cause analysis and technical proficiency in ERP systems. Foster cross-functional communication among supply chain teams, warehouse staff, and vendors to streamline sourcing, stocking, and inventory processes. Skills Extensive experience in warehouse distribution, warehouse management systems (WMS), and logistics inventory management. Strong negotiation skills with a proven track record in procurement and supplier management. Proficiency in data mining, data visualization tools like Power BI, Excel data analysis, and supply chain analytics platforms such as Nielsen or similar datasets. Expertise in root cause analysis, process improvement methodologies, and financial modeling related to inventory control. Hands-on experience with forklift operation, materials handling equipment, shipping & receiving procedures. Knowledge of demand planning techniques using MRP (Material Requirements Planning) systems and ERP platforms like AS400 or equivalent. Ability to analyze complex data sets for insights into pricing strategies, merchandising performance, and supply chain efficiencies. Strong mathematical skills coupled with technical proficiency in spreadsheets, inventory management software, and analytics tools. Excellent communication skills for collaborating across functions including purchasing, sourcing, production planning, and warehouse operations. Familiarity with heavy lifting requirements and safety protocols within a warehouse environment. Join us as an Inventory Control Specialist if you're passionate about optimizing supply chain processes through innovative data analysis and operational excellence!

Pay:

$18.00 per hour Expected hours: No less than 40.0 per week

Work Location:

In person