Inventory Controller

Inventory Management Specialist

Oversees a company's stock levels, tracking incoming and outgoing goods to maximize supply chain efficiency, prevent product shortages, and minimize shrinkage. They are the critical link between procurement, warehousing, and sales departments.

• Inventory Tracking:
  Maintain accurate, real-time stock records across Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) or Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
• Cycle Counting:
  Design and execute routine physical counts of warehouse inventory to audit stock accuracy.
• Dispute Resolution:
  Investigate variances and reconcile discrepancies between recorded stock and actual physical counts.
• Procurement & Restocking:
  Monitor reorder points and assist in expediting materials or creating restock requests to meet demand.
• Quality Assurance:
  Process returns, identify defective or damaged goods, and quarantine obsolete or expired items.
• Reporting:
  Generate inventory reports on stock turnover rates, shrinkage, and warehouse efficiency to inform upper management.

• System Proficiency:
  Strong command of inventory tracking software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Blue Yonder) and Microsoft Excel.
• Analytical
  
  Skills:
  
  Ability to analyze data, identify discrepancies, and forecast inventory needs based on lead times and demand patterns.
• Organization & Detail:
  Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accurate data entry and physical organization of warehouse space.
• Communication:
  Excellent cross-departmental communication to collaborate smoothly with production, procurement, and customer service teams.

• Education:
  
  High school diploma or equivalent is required; an associate's or bachelor's degree in supply chain management or business is often preferred for managerial roles.
• Experience:
  
  Typically requires 1 to 3+ years of warehouse, manufacturing, or logistics experience. Industry certifications such as CSCP or CPIM through ASCM can provide a competitive edge.