Inventory Control Specialist

Star Group•Minneapolis, MN

7d•Onsite

About The Position

At Star, we specialize in the custom design and manufacturing of physical experiences. Our clients’ needs range from exhibits, retail and corporate environments, and branded events. Wherever a brand lives, Star is there to make it shine. Job Summary The Inventory Control Specialist is responsible for maintaining accurate, reliable, and show‑ready exhibit inventory within the warehouse. This role ensures inventory is properly received, tracked, stored, and available to support outbound exhibit orders and inbound returns. Working closely with Warehouse Administration, Outbound, and Inbound Managers, the Inventory Control Specialist plays a critical role in order readiness, asset utilization, and workload planning across warehouse operations.

Requirements

2+ years of experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, or logistics (exhibit/trade show experience preferred).
Strong understanding of inventory management principles and warehouse processes.
Experience using WMS or ERP systems; Excel proficiency required.
High attention to detail with strong problem‑solving abilities.
Ability to work cross‑functionally and communicate clearly with warehouse teams and leadership.
Organized, proactive, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Exhibit/trade show experience preferred

Responsibilities

Maintain accurate inventory records for all exhibit assets, components, crates, and hardware.
Ensure inventory is correctly labeled, stored in assigned locations, and systemically updated in the WMS/ERP.
Perform cycle counts, physical inventories, and audits to identify and resolve discrepancies.
Investigate inventory variances, shortages, damages, or location errors and implement corrective actions.
Coordinate with Inbound teams to ensure returned exhibits are properly received, inspected, and checked back into inventory.
Validate inventory availability prior to outbound order release to confirm assets are show‑ready and shippable.
Flag inventory risks that may impact project timelines or order fulfillment.
Partner with Warehouse Administrative Clerks and Outbound Managers to ensure exhibit orders are fully supported by available inventory.
Verify that kits, configurations, and special components are complete and ready for fulfillment.
Assist with resolving last‑minute inventory conflicts or substitutions when needed.
Provide inventory visibility to support scheduling and labor planning decisions.
Identify slow‑moving, high‑use, or constrained inventory to improve utilization and flow.
Support managers with data related to inventory capacity, availability, and upcoming demand.
Accurately enter and maintain data in inventory management and warehouse systems.
Maintain documentation related to inventory movement, adjustments, damages, and reclassifications.
Support continuous improvement initiatives related to inventory accuracy and warehouse efficiency.