Inventory Control Specialist

Position Title:

Inventory Control Specialist

Department:
Warehouse / Operations

Reports To:

Operations Manager

Employment Type:

Full-Time

Location:

Honolulu, Hawaii

Higa Food service is seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented, and analytical Inventory Control Specialist to oversee and maintain the accuracy, movement, and accountability of company inventory.

The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, experience with inventory management systems, and the ability to identify opportunities to reduce inventory loss, improve product rotation, and maintain proper inventory levels.

• Monitor and maintain accurate inventory records within the company's ERP system.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies between physical inventory and system records.

• Analyze inventory movement from receiving through production and final distribution.
• Evaluate inventory trends to identify opportunities for improved efficiency and cost reduction.

• Reconcile receiving records against purchase orders and supplier documentation.
• Monitor inventory transfers between warehouse storage locations and production areas.
• Review shipping transactions to ensure products are accurately deducted from inventory.
• Investigate discrepancies involving shortages, overages, incorrect shipments, and receiving errors.

• Review production inventory consumption and finished goods output.
• Analyze production yields and identify discrepancies between expected and actual production results.

• Provide management with inventory data to support purchasing, production planning, and operational decisions.

• Ensure proper documentation and traceability of inventory, including lot numbers and product identification.

• Experience working with ERP or inventory management systems.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including spreadsheets, formulas, and data analysis.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate across multiple departments.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Previous experience in food manufacturing, meat processing, wholesale distribution, or warehouse operations.
• Knowledge of inventory cycle counts and physical inventory procedures.
• Understanding production yields, shrinkage, and inventory costing.
• Knowledge of lot tracking, product traceability, and food safety requirements.

• Ability to work in warehouse, refrigerated, and freezer environments as needed.
• Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout warehouse and production areas.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced food processing and distribution environment.
• Must follow all company safety, sanitation, and food handling procedures.