Inventory Specialist

Heidelberg Materials • Mason City, IA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S. and Canada with approximately 9,000 employees.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of experience in industrial stores or warehouse supervision; cement or heavy industry preferred
• Strong knowledge of inventory control systems and ERP platforms, ideally SAP
• Effective communicator and collaborator across functions, vendors, and logistics partners
• Skilled in organizing work, prioritizing in a fast‑paced industrial environment, and leading a team

Nice To Haves

• Diploma or degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field preferred; not required

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily storeroom and warehouse operations, ensuring accurate inventory control, proper material flow, and safe handling practices.
• Implement and maintain effective systems and processes for receiving, inspecting, storing, issuing, and documenting materials, including ERP (SAP) transaction accuracy and reporting.
• Coordinate closely with maintenance, production, procurement, and logistics teams to forecast needs, manage purchase orders, support operational requirements, and assist with cross‑border shipments.
• Lead, train, and support storeroom staff while fostering a safe, compliant, and productive work environment aligned with PPE, quality, environmental, and audit standards.
• Maintain strong inventory discipline by monitoring stock levels, identifying slow‑moving, obsolete, or critical items, and recommending appropriate adjustments.
• Execute and oversee inventory controls such as cycle counts, physical inventories, variance investigations, and continuous improvement of stock accuracy.
• Organize materials efficiently by managing storage, labeling, equipment use, and warehouse layout to optimize space and accessibility.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and participation in our annual incentive plan.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributions.
• Highly competitive benefits programs, including: Medical, Dental, and Vision along with Prescription Drug Benefits
• Health Saving Savings Account (HSA), Health Reimbursement - Account (HRA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage as well as Basic Life Insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree