Inventory Management Specialist II

Thermo Fisher Scientific • Durham, NC

13d • Onsite

About The Position

About the Role We’re a close-knit Field Operations team at Thermo Fisher Scientific, and we’re looking for an enthusiastic Inventory Specialist to help keep inventory accurate and our customers delighted. You’ll use our intuitive electronic systems and mobile scanning tools to ensure orders move efficiently from dock to desk.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, with 1–2 years of customer-facing, retail stocking, warehouse, or inventory-control experience
• Confident using RF handheld scanners or mobile scanning apps and basic Microsoft Office tools
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills—especially via email—and a friendly, solution-focused approach
• A self-starter who thrives with detail, accountability, and teamwork
• Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance
• Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards
• Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed
• Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)

Responsibilities

• Use handheld RF scanners and our mobile app to perform replenishments, stock rotation, cycle counts, order entry, returns, and backorder processing
• Receive and inspect shipments, scan and store items, and maintain cycle counts to guarantee up-to-date inventory records
• Own customer interactions—respond via email (our primary channel), follow up by phone, and assist internal partners to resolve questions and build trust
• Collaborate with supervisors and teammates to propose and implement improvements that streamline daily workflows
• Uphold safety and organization standards in every work area by following site guidelines and wearing required PPE
• Proactively monitor stock levels and flag gaps or issues to prevent operational impacts
• May perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor

Benefits

• Employment with an innovative, forward thinking organization committed to your professional development
• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package
• Supportive, people-first culture that values work life balance
• Opportunities to suggest and lead process improvements that make a real difference

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees