Intermediate Inventory Control Specialist

Tennant Company • Louisville, KY

7d • $24 - $36 • Onsite

About The Position

Tennant Company is hiring an Intermediate Inventory Control Specialist in Louisville, Kentucky. The position monitors and maintains the integrity of warehouse inventory and storage locations through analysis, reporting, and item/material master audits and data entry. The role includes resolving NIL issues in real time, correcting inventory variances, and reviewing historical transactions. Its goal is to ensure the right parts are in the right locations at the right time to meet customer demand and financial (SOX) compliance requirements.

The role works Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The listed pay range is $23.89–$35.91. The position includes physical work such as lifting up to 30 pounds, standing for extended periods, and working in a non-climate-controlled environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 1 year of distribution or manufacturing experience.
• Experience using Microsoft Excel.
• Equipment experience or willingness to learn.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Effective communication skills with staff and peers.
• A proactive approach to problem resolution.
• Problem-solving ability.
• Ability to concentrate and work calmly and effectively in a high-pressure, deadline-oriented environment.
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships internally and externally while maintaining a client service orientation.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds, stand for extended periods, and work in a non-climate-controlled environment.

Nice To Haves

• Some college.
• At least 1 year of inventory control experience.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing initiatives.
• At least 1 year of SAP experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage replenishments and complete the cycle count process.
• Reconcile inventory differences and identify root causes.
• Maintain the accuracy of item and material master records.
• Identify irregularities in daily operations that create inventory issues.
• Assist with cycle counting and process audits.
• Respond to and resolve NIL issues in real time.
• Research and resolve problem parts brought to the Penalty Box/Hospital Cart.
• Provide timely and appropriate reporting of requested metrics and KPIs.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and 5S.
• Perform other duties as determined by the supervisor or management team.

Benefits

• Multiple medical plan options.
• 401(k) with a 100% company match up to 6%.
• Paid vacation time.
• Up to 8 paid company holidays and 3 personal holidays per year.
• Dental coverage.
• Vision coverage.
• Wellness rewards.
• Family support programs.
• Company-paid disability insurance.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED