Inventory Specialist

EchoStar•Village of Valley Stream, NY

About The Position

The Inventory Specialist supports daily field operations by controlling mission-critical inventory, equipment, and supply flows. The role maintains accurate warehouse and fleet vehicle inventory, ensures materials are ready for installations and service dispatches, and preserves end-to-end material integrity for field personnel. The specialist conducts recurring physical counts, investigates discrepancies, processes vendor shipments and returned hardware, and records inventory transactions in digital tracking systems. Responsibilities also include routing equipment for re-manufacturing, allocating hardware to accounts, and staging secure shipments for remote personnel. The role uses digital tools and predictive AI analytics to forecast replenishment needs and reduce stockout risks.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
At least 1 year of experience in warehouse operations, inventory control, shipping/receiving, or material handling.
At least 1 year of experience with warehouse inventory management systems and computer tracking software.
At least 1 year of experience with material-handling equipment such as pallet jacks and forklifts.
Valid state driver's license and a clean driving record meeting safety standards.
High proficiency with warehouse computer applications, database transaction logging, and digital inventory tracking systems.
Ability to operate industrial material-handling machinery safely, including pallet jacks and forklifts.
Foundational AI literacy to use digital tracking dashboards, automate log reconciliation, and interpret system stock alerts.
Ability to frequently handle up to 75 pounds and occasionally handle up to 125 pounds.
Attention to detail and analytical problem-solving skills to identify causes of discrepancies during multi-location cycle counts.
Communication skills and schedule adaptability to coordinate with fleet drivers, vendor delivery personnel, and regional remote teams.

Responsibilities

Maintain oversight and documentation of warehouse and fleet vehicle inventory, and verify materials are prepared for scheduled installations and service dispatches.
Conduct physical counts of warehouse stock, van products, and saleable items; investigate and resolve discrepancies across daily, weekly, and monthly cycles.
Process inbound vendor shipments, returned hardware, and new inventory; route equipment for re-manufacturing and update tracking platforms in real time.
Reconcile daily inventory transactions and consumption records, allocating hardware to the appropriate accounts.
Stage and dispatch secure shipments to remote personnel, ensuring accurate documentation and adherence to carrier transit requirements.
Use predictive AI analytics and digital tools to forecast replenishment cycles, improve pick-pack workflows, and minimize stockout risks.