Inventory Control Specialist

Mayr-Melnhof Packaging • Indianapolis, IN

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About The Position

MM is a global leader in consumer packaging. The Group provides packaging solutions for cartonboard and folding cartons with an attractive offer in kraft papers, uncoated fine papers, leaflets and labels. MM promotes sustainable development through innovative, recyclable packaging and paper products. Our heart beats for talents - be one of them! To strengthen our motivated Supply Chain Team at our Indianapolis facility, we are looking for a detail-oriented and driven Inventory Control Specialist Your Role You will ensure accurate inventory management across all production and warehouse operations by monitoring, analyzing, and maintaining system integrity You will investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies, partnering closely with Operations, Warehouse, Purchasing, and Customer Service to drive root-cause solutions You will lead cycle counting activities and ensure timely reconciliation, reporting, and continuous improvement of inventory accuracy You will support production needs, trials, and new product introductions by providing reliable inventory insights and availability You will collaborate cross-functionally to improve material flow, replenishment processes, and overall operational efficiency You will analyze inventory data and generate reports to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement You will train, guide, and support the Inventory Control Coordinator to ensure consistency and high performance You are committed to maintaining a high level of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Requirements

• You have a high school diploma or equivalent; additional coursework or certification in supply chain, logistics, or a related field is an advantage
• You have gained 5+ years of experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, or a comparable role within a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• You have hands-on experience working with ERP or WMS systems and are comfortable navigating and maintaining accurate inventory data
• You possess strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret inventory reports, identify discrepancies, and drive root-cause solutions
• You are proficient in Excel or similar tools and can effectively manage and analyze data
• You communicate clearly and effectively across departments, with the ability to collaborate with Operations, Warehouse, Purchasing, and Customer Service
• You are highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of prioritizing tasks while maintaining a high level of accuracy
• You demonstrate the ability to work independently while also leading, training, and supporting others on the team

Nice To Haves

• additional coursework or certification in supply chain, logistics, or a related field is an advantage

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate inventory management across all production and warehouse operations by monitoring, analyzing, and maintaining system integrity
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies, partnering closely with Operations, Warehouse, Purchasing, and Customer Service to drive root-cause solutions
• Lead cycle counting activities and ensure timely reconciliation, reporting, and continuous improvement of inventory accuracy
• Support production needs, trials, and new product introductions by providing reliable inventory insights and availability
• Collaborate cross-functionally to improve material flow, replenishment processes, and overall operational efficiency
• Analyze inventory data and generate reports to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement
• Train, guide, and support the Inventory Control Coordinator to ensure consistency and high performance
• Committed to maintaining a high level of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Benefits

• We offer you a stable workplace within an international, industry-leading company, along with meaningful responsibilities that give you real impact on our operations.
• You will be part of a team that lives our core values of responsibility, performance, and passion in everything we do.
• In addition, we provide opportunities for professional growth, access to a wide range of MM-Academy training programs, and a collaborative environment focused on continuous improvement.

What This Job Offers

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