Inventory Control Specialist

Must pass background check and drug screening.

This is a temp-to-hire opportunity.

This job is located in the Magnolia area.

<Overview>
Join our dynamic team as an Inventory Control Specialist and become a vital driver of our supply chain excellence! In this energetic role, you will oversee inventory accuracy, optimize stock levels, and ensure seamless warehouse operations. Your expertise in supply chain management, data analytics, and warehouse processes will help us deliver exceptional service and operational efficiency. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to leverage your analytical skills and logistics knowledge in a fast-paced, collaborative environment dedicated to continuous improvement and innovation.

<Responsibilities>

• Monitor and manage inventory levels using warehouse management systems (WMS) and enterprise resource planning (ERP) tools such as SAP, Oracle, or AS400.
• Conduct detailed data mining and analysis to identify discrepancies, root causes of inventory variances, and opportunities for process improvement.
• Collaborate with procurement teams to support sourcing strategies, negotiate with suppliers, and optimize purchasing decisions based on demand planning insights.
• Perform regular stock audits, cycle counts, and physical inventories to maintain high accuracy standards.
• Utilize data visualization tools like Power BI or Tableau to generate reports on inventory trends, supply chain analytics, and stocking performance for leadership review.
• Coordinate with logistics providers and 3PL partners to streamline shipping & receiving processes, order fulfillment, and materials handling.
• Support category management initiatives by analyzing sales data from Nielsen or retail management systems to optimize product placement and merchandising strategies.
• Assist in process improvement projects related to materials management, production planning, and warehouse operations to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
• Operate forklifts and other materials handling equipment safely while adhering to safety protocols during heavy lifting tasks.

<Experience>

• Proven experience in inventory control within a warehouse distribution or supply chain environment.
• Strong knowledge of warehouse management systems (WMS), ERP platforms (such as SAP or AS400), and data analytics tools like Power BI or Tableau.
• Demonstrated ability in supply chain management, demand planning, procurement, and logistics coordination.
• Skilled in data collection, analysis skills, root cause analysis, and financial modeling related to inventory management.
• Familiarity with sourcing strategies, contract management, pricing negotiations, and supplier relationship management.
• Experience with materials handling equipment operation including forklift certification is preferred.
• Excellent analysis skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets using SQL or similar database query languages. Embark on a career where your analytical mindset meets operational excellence! We are committed to fostering growth through continuous learning opportunities in supply chain analytics, process optimization, and warehouse innovation—empowering you to make a tangible impact every day.

Pay: $21.00 - $24.00 per hour

Work Location: In person