Inventory Specialist

EquipmentShare • Cedar Springs, MI

9d • $18 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

Forge & Build, a partner of EquipmentShare, is hiring an Inventory Specialist at its Cedar Springs, Michigan facility. The role works with stores to execute cycle counts and ensure inventory accuracy, including accurate pricing, SKU descriptions, product labeling, and consistency between physical inventory and the electronic point of sale (POS) system. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, includes working weekends, and offers overtime pay after 40 hours.

The Inventory Specialist completes daily and monthly cycle counts and annual physical inventory across stores; maintains accurate SKUs, descriptions, and pricing; and helps implement standardized inventory processes. The role also supports POS and online store setup, prepares reports, and may occasionally assist at the sales counter or in other customer-facing work. Travel between stores may be required for up to 100% of scheduled hours, with overnight travel to facilities up to 20%.

Requirements

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to use electronic technology, including Google and associated Google applications.
• Strong organizational and auditing skills, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Ability to learn and understand store and yard layouts, products, and operational improvements.
• Ability to read and interpret SOPs, processes, and procedures.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Proficiency in training new store associates on inventory and operational guidelines.
• Minimum of 3 years of retail management experience.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
• Ability to travel overnight to facilities up to 20%.
• Ability to travel between stores up to 100% of scheduled hours.
• Ability to bend and stoop and work in tight or confined spaces.
• May be required to work in extreme outdoor temperatures while assisting customers.
• Ability to stand, walk, and sit at a computer for short and long periods.

Nice To Haves

• Retail management experience in a lumber or home center environment.
• Knowledge of building processes and estimating.
• Basic knowledge of hardware and building materials.

Responsibilities

• Execute daily and monthly cycle counts and annual physical inventory for all stores.
• Ensure physical inventory in the yard matches the electronic POS system.
• Organize, reconcile, and maintain accurate SKUs, descriptions, and pricing across stores.
• Implement standardized processes for inventory counts, maintenance, pricing, and descriptions, including cycle count procedures and SKU audits.
• Audit items and suggest consolidation or replacement of similar SKUs to streamline assortments and inventory.
• Collaborate on coordination and setup of the new POS system and the company's online web store.
• Run inventory and performance reports as requested.
• Occasionally work the sales counter or other customer-facing positions as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.
• Train new store associates on inventory and operational guidelines.

Benefits

• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time employees.
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Tool and boot reimbursements, role dependent.
• Gym membership stipend and wellness programs, with opportunities to earn PTO and prizes.
• Company events, food truck nights, and monthly team dinners.
• 16 hours of paid volunteer time per year.
• Career advancement, leadership training, and professional development opportunities.
• Monthly family dinner night, subject to restrictions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed