Inventory Control Specialist

Abstrakt Marketing Group LLC•Gainesville, FL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

KAR & Larrabee Mechanical Contractors is seeking an organized and dependable Inventory Control Specialist to support their construction operations in Gainesville, Florida. This position plays an important role in keeping the project moving by ensuring materials, equipment, tools, and supplies are received correctly, properly documented, organized, and available to field teams when needed. As an Inventory Control Specialist, you will help manage the flow of construction materials from delivery through installation. You'll work closely with project management, field leadership, purchasing, vendors, and tradespeople to maintain accurate inventory records, coordinate deliveries, track material movement, and identify shortages or discrepancies before they impact the project schedule. This is a hands-on position that requires strong organization, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in an active construction environment.

Requirements

2+ years of inventory control, material management, warehouse, logistics, or construction-related experience
Experience working with inventory tracking, receiving, shipping, or material documentation
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to accurately maintain records and reconcile inventory
Comfortable working in a construction site, warehouse, or material yard environment
Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and electronic inventory or purchasing systems
Ability to read purchase orders, packing slips, bills of lading, and material lists
Strong communication and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
Valid driver's license
Ability to safely lift and move construction materials as required

Nice To Haves

Previous experience with a mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, piping, or commercial construction contractor
Familiarity with HVAC, plumbing, piping, valves, fittings, hangers, equipment, and other mechanical construction materials
Experience supporting large commercial or institutional construction projects
Experience with construction management, purchasing, ERP, or inventory management software
Forklift or material-handling equipment experience or certification
Experience coordinating deliveries and maintaining jobsite laydown or material storage areas

Responsibilities

Receive, inspect, and document incoming materials, equipment, tools, and supplies
Verify deliveries against purchase orders, packing slips, bills of lading, and other project documentation
Maintain accurate inventory counts and records for project materials
Track materials from receipt through storage, issuance, and installation
Organize and maintain designated material storage, laydown, and staging areas
Label and identify materials to ensure they can be easily located and distributed
Issue materials and equipment to field personnel and maintain appropriate records
Perform routine physical inventory counts and reconcile discrepancies
Identify shortages, damaged materials, incorrect deliveries, and missing items
Communicate material issues promptly to project management and purchasing
Coordinate with vendors, suppliers, and project personnel regarding deliveries and material status
Assist with scheduling and coordinating material deliveries to the jobsite
Track high-value equipment and materials to reduce loss, damage, and unnecessary reordering
Maintain organized electronic and physical inventory documentation
Support material forecasting and help identify upcoming project needs
Assist with returns, transfers, surplus materials, and project closeout
Maintain clean, safe, and organized storage and material-handling areas
Follow company and project safety requirements at all times