Inventory Specialist

CEVA Supply Chain•Indianapolis, IN

About The Position

The Inventory Specialist maintains accurate inventory records, conducts inventory audits, investigates discrepancies, and supports daily warehouse operations. The role works closely with warehouse, shipping, receiving, and production teams to maintain inventory accuracy and efficient material flow. Responsibilities include using a WMS or ERP system, managing inventory controls, verifying transactions, supporting counts and adjustments, and maintaining organized storage locations and product identification. The position also operates material-handling equipment as needed and follows company safety policies and warehouse procedures.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Basic Microsoft Excel skills.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to solve problems and investigate discrepancies.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to follow policies and procedures; read, write, and interpret information; and perform basic arithmetic.
Ability to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; sit, walk, or stand for the duration of the shift; and conduct physical tasks with a full range of motion throughout the warehouse environment.
Visual acuity sufficient to perform essential job functions.
Ability to lift or carry items up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field.
1–2 years of inventory control, warehouse, or logistics experience.
Forklift operation experience.
Experience using WMS, ERP, or inventory software.
Experience with cycle counting and inventory reconciliation.
Knowledge of barcode scanning systems.
Understanding of warehouse best practices.
Strong analytical and mathematical skills.
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Maintain accurate inventory records in the Warehouse Management System (WMS) or ERP system.
Investigate and resolve overages, concealed overages, shortages, and cycle-count adjustment discrepancies at both the WMS and location levels.
Report inventory levels and issues to management, identify inventory discrepancies, and create reports showing available inventory or count issues.
Support inventory counting activities and adjustments, and track inventory issues through timely resolution.
Complete inventory investigations in a timely manner.
Operate material-handling equipment as needed for audit and cycle-count activities.
Apply and release system locks on products and physical locations, including prioritized locks, to quarantine products pending investigation.
Verify inventory transactions, including receipts, transfers, adjustments, and shipments.
Ensure proper product identification and labeling.
Work with Receiving and Shipping teams to ensure inventory accuracy.
Maintain organized storage locations and inventory integrity.
Generate inventory reports and analyze inventory trends.
Follow company safety policies and warehouse procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive wages depending on location and experience, paid bi-weekly.
401(k) plan with company match after one year.
Tuition reimbursement program.
Holiday pay and accrued paid time off, including vacation and PTO.
Medical, dental, vision, and voluntary benefits available on day one.
Basic life insurance.
Basic accidental death and dismemberment coverage.
Supplemental life and supplemental accidental death and dismemberment coverage.
Short-term and long-term disability for full-time employees after 180 days of service.
Paid parental leave for both mothers and fathers.
Paid bereavement leave and jury duty.