Inventory Control Specialist

Puffco • Los Angeles, CA

10d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Inventory Control Specialist executes day-to-day inventory transactions for internal and cross-functional teams and third-party logistics (3PL) partners under the guidance of the Inventory Manager. The role maintains accurate inventory data from inbound through outbound activity and supports operational visibility, audits, cost tracking, and cycle counts. A secondary focus is using analytical skills to identify improvements to inventory management and operational efficiency. This hybrid role is based at Puffco’s Los Angeles headquarters and requires in-office work 2–3 days per week. Some manual warehouse work is required.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience in Inventory Management, Logistics, or Supply Chain Analytics.
• Demonstrated ability to learn new technologies, domains, or workflows quickly.
• Strong organization and communication skills.
• Good attention to detail and the ability to multitask.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, frequently changing environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Mathematics, or a related field.
• Intermediate Excel skills.
• Experience with ERP and WMS systems.
• Ability to perform some manual warehouse work.

Responsibilities

• Execute day-to-day inventory transactions from inbound to outbound while maintaining data integrity for quantity, attributes, and classification.
• Maintain the internal shipping log, including status, ETA, ASN, and invoices, for visibility and audit purposes on inbound shipments and transfers.
• Partner with Finance and Logistics to complete inventory transactions, landed-cost activities, audits, and cycle counts accurately.
• Support the inventory requirements of Sales, Quality, Marketing, Events, and Customer Service.
• Manage 3PL operations through clear communications and follow-ups on Puffco’s behalf.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies and operational issues, identify root causes, and suggest corrective actions.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives across planning, inventory management, and operational processes.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• 401(k).
• Medical, dental, vision, and life coverage.
• Flexible time off.
• Friendly office in LA Center Studios with a fun, casual, and comfortable work environment.
• Access to Puffco products.
• Weekly social hour, snacks, lunches, and employee engagement events.
• Covered parking in downtown Los Angeles.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level