Inventory Coordinator

Location

New Brighton, MN (On-site)

Reports To

Operations Manager

Role Purpose

The Inventory Specialist owns inventory accuracy and parts availability. This role ensures we consistently

have the right parts on hand to support repairs, maintains reliable inventory data inventory tracking

system, tracks and dispositions damaged parts, and reduces downtime caused by “waiting on parts”

through forecasting and proactive replenishment planning in partnership with Logistics and Operations.

Key Responsibilities

Inventory Accuracy & Counts

• Perform inventory counts and periodic full physical inventories; reconcile variances and

document root cause.

• Maintain bin/location accuracy through audits and corrective actions (re-slotting, relabeling,

cleanup).

• Ensure inventory is stored and labeled according to established standards (FIFO/FEFO as

applicable).

Inventory Levels & Replenishment

• Monitor on-hand levels and minimum/maximum thresholds; flag low stock, overstock, and slow moving items.

• Coordinate with operations/sales on reorder needs and timing to support service levels.

Damaged / Nonconforming Parts Control

• Identify, tag, and segregate damaged/defective parts and ensure proper disposition (return to

vendor, scrap, or repair).

• Maintain accurate records of damaged parts, including reason codes and quantity/value impact

when applicable.

• Support RMA/returns processes by documenting issues, packaging, and tracking

outbound/inbound statuses.

Receiving & System Transactions (as needed)

• Verify received parts against packing slips/POs; resolve discrepancies and communicate issues.

• Complete inventory transactions in the system (receipts, transfers, adjustments, issues, returns).

• Use RF scanners/barcoding tools where applicable to maintain transaction accuracy.

Process Improvement & Compliance

• Recommend and implement improvements to inventory control processes to reduce variance and

improve throughput.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe inventory area; follow safety procedures and participate in

audits.

Qualifications

Required

• Demonstrated inventory counting and variance reconciliation experience.

• Proficiency with inventory systems

• Strong attention to detail; able to follow and improve SOPs/checklists.

• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds at a time