Inventory Control Specialist - Third Shift

Thermo Fisher Scientific•Charlotte, NC

27d

About The Position

The Inventory Control Specialist maintains accurate inventory records, ensures material availability, supports inventory transactions, and drives continuous improvement in inventory management. The role is the primary subject matter expert for inventory activities and works closely with Manufacturing, Production Planning, Quality, and Finance to support inventory accuracy and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate has SAP inventory management experience, understands manufacturing processes, solves problems effectively, and is willing to teach and learn. The position covers inventory management, SAP inventory control, inventory analysis and reporting, cross-functional collaboration, compliance, and process improvement. Responsibilities include monitoring stock levels, conducting cycle counts, investigating discrepancies, executing SAP transactions, maintaining inventory-related master data, producing inventory reports and metrics, supporting inventory close activities and audits, and improving inventory processes.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience in a manufacturing, warehousing, or supply chain environment.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to complete inventory transactions accurately and in a timely manner.
Punctuality and strong attendance.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of completing production and inventory transactions.
Microsoft Outlook experience.
Experience supporting cycle counts and physical inventories.
Experience with SAP S/4HANA or JD Edwards.
Experience in a manufacturing environment.
Knowledge of SAP MM (Materials Management), EWM (Extended Warehouse Management), or PP (Production Planning) modules.
APICS/ASCM certification such as CPIM or CSCP.
Experience with barcode scanning and warehouse automation systems.
Lean Manufacturing knowledge.
Understanding of inventory accounting principles and transaction controls.
SAP inventory management expertise; inventory accuracy and reconciliation; data analysis and reporting; root cause analysis; process improvement; attention to detail; cross-functional collaboration; customer focus; and a continuous improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

Maintain accurate inventory records across manufacturing warehouses, production locations, and storage areas.
Monitor inventory levels and identify potential shortages, excess inventory, and obsolete materials.
Conduct regular cycle counts and support physical inventory activities.
Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies, variances, and transaction errors.
Analyze inventory movements and recommend corrective and preventative actions to improve accuracy.
Support reconciliation of physical inventory with ERP system records.
Execute and monitor SAP inventory transactions, including goods receipts, goods issues, transfer postings, stock transfers, inventory adjustments, cycle count processing, and physical inventory documentation.
Ensure accuracy of SAP master data related to material masters, storage locations, inventory parameters, units of measure, and batch number controls.
Troubleshoot SAP inventory transaction issues and collaborate with IT or SAP support teams as needed.
Help develop and maintain SAP reports, queries, and inventory performance metrics.
Generate and distribute inventory status reports and KPI dashboards.
Monitor inventory accuracy, cycle count compliance, stock availability, and excess and obsolete inventory; identify trends and take action to improve performance.
Support month-end and year-end inventory closing activities.
Partner with Production Planning to ensure material availability.
Work with Procurement and suppliers to resolve receipt and inventory discrepancies.
Collaborate with Warehouse Operations to improve inventory control processes throughout Manufacturing.
Support Finance during inventory audits and reconciliation activities.
Participate in continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives.
Ensure adherence to company inventory policies and procedures.
Support internal and external audits and maintain inventory control documentation.
Identify opportunities to improve inventory processes using SAP functionality and best practices.