Data Center Inventory Control Specialist 3, JoinOCI

Oracle•Chicago, IL

26d•Onsite

About The Position

Data Center Inventory Control Management (DCICM) is a key pillar within the Data Center Operations organization. The team ensures end-to-end inventory accuracy, material accountability, and logistical readiness across both live environments and data center build projects. DCICM safeguards inventory practices from initial receipt through full operational handoff and sustainment. The Inventory Control Specialist (IC3) plays a hands-on, execution-focused role within the DCICM team. This position supports the daily operation of inventory processes and partners closely with senior team members (IC4s, M2s) to maintain compliance, accuracy, and material readiness during both active builds and steady-state data center operations. The IC3 ensures proper handling of materials, supports audits, executes transactions in inventory systems, and collaborates with 3PLs and cross-functional teams to maintain operational momentum.

Requirements

3-5 years of experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, or logistics (preferably in a tech, infrastructure, or data center environment).
Familiarity with inventory management systems such as Oracle, SAP, or similar platforms.
Comfortable working around IT hardware and infrastructure materials.
Physically capable of performing material handling tasks (lifting, staging, moving pallets, etc.).
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and able to work with barcoding/labeling systems.

Nice To Haves

Self-starter with a proactive and "hands-on" mindset.
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow through on standard processes.
Comfortable in a fast-paced, evolving environment; able to shift focus quickly when priorities change.
Exposure to lean practices like 5S, Kanban, or visual management preferred.
Experience supporting 3PLs or vendor relationships is a plus.
Basic understanding of logistics processes in international settings.

Responsibilities

Assist with physical inventory tasks such as cycle counts, audits, reconciliations, and system updates.
Execute standard operating procedures (SOPs) related to inventory receipt, staging, storage, consumption, and returns.
Maintain accurate data in inventory systems (Oracle, SAP, etc.), including part numbers, quantities, and locations.
Support build-phase logistics, ensuring materials are delivered, staged, and transferred to work areas in alignment with construction schedules.
Partner with IC4s and 3PLs to troubleshoot blockers, escalate discrepancies, and maintain material availability.
Work alongside third-party logistics (3PL) providers to verify receiving, put-away, and issue accuracy.
Help monitor 3PL performance against SLAs and support resolution of on-site process gaps.
Ensure inventory handling practices comply with DCICM standards, including 5S, ESD safety, labeling, and chain of custody.
Support documentation and material traceability for internal and external audits.
Assist with data entry, bulk uploads, and updates in inventory management systems and reporting tools.
Help maintain labeling, scanning, and tracking systems to support visibility and accuracy.
Partner with IC4s and the Inventory Manager (M2) to support daily task execution, inventory reconciliation, and reporting.
Participate in team meetings, help identify process improvements, and support onboarding/training of new team members as needed.

Benefits

We offer competitive benefits based on parity and consistency and support our people with flexible medical, life insurance, and retirement options.
We also encourage employees to give back to their communities through our volunteer programs.

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