Lead Inventory Control Specialist

RAE Corporation•Pryor Creek, OK

32d•Onsite

About The Position

RAE Corporation is a leading provider of innovative HVAC solutions, dedicated to delivering unparalleled quality and customer satisfaction. Our company values a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and employee empowerment. We are committed to fostering a positive work environment where every team member feels valued, heard, and supported. Role Overview: The Lead Inventory Control Specialist plays a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of inventory across all stockroom and production areas. This position leads cycle counting activities, investigates discrepancies, directs and trains Inventory Control Specialists, and partners with cross-functional teams to improve processes. The role ensures accurate, timely inventory data to support efficient material flow and production success.

Requirements

3+ years of experience in inventory control, warehouse, or stockroom operations.
Understanding of inventory control principles, including cycle counting, variance investigation, and lot/serial tracking.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with ERP systems (IFS preferred).
Forklift certification, or the ability to obtain certification.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and data accuracy.
Ability to lead and mentor others while working collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in a lead or supervisory inventory role.
Background in manufacturing or distribution environments.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and execute daily, weekly, and monthly cycle counts across all inventory areas with Inventory Control Specialists.
Investigate inventory variances, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
Ensure alignment between physical inventory counts and ERP system (IFS) data.
Provide real-time inventory reporting and insights to stakeholders.
Support stockroom and production personnel in inventory-related transactions and troubleshooting.
Develop, maintain, and enforce inventory control policies and procedures.
Train, coach, and mentor team members on proper inventory handling and documentation practices.
Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives to drive inventory accuracy and operational efficiency.
Promote and maintain a safe, clean, and compliant working environment.