Sr. Inventory Management Specialist

Thermo Fisher Scientific•San Diego, CA

2d•$21 - $31

About The Position

Through Unity Lab Services, the Sr. Inventory Management Specialist provides integrated laboratory services, support, and supply management at customer sites. The role uses electronic inventory systems and mobile scanning tools to help ensure orders move efficiently from dock to desk. The schedule is Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM PST. The specialist performs replenishment, stock rotation, cycle counts, order entry, returns, and backorder processing; receives and inspects shipments; and maintains accurate inventory records. The position involves customer communication, primarily by email, and collaboration with internal partners, supervisors, and teammates to resolve questions and improve workflows. The role is primarily independent at customer sites and requires adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), safety standards, and site PPE requirements. Overtime may be necessary.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
2–3 years of customer-facing, retail stocking, warehouse, or inventory-control experience.
Confidence using RF handheld scanners or mobile scanning apps and basic Microsoft Office tools.
Excellent verbal and written English communication skills, especially via email, and a friendly, solution-focused approach.
Ability to work with attention to detail, accountability, and teamwork.
Ability to regularly lift 30–40 pounds and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to use pushcarts and forklifts to move loads up to 100 pounds.
Ability to stand, walk, and perform manual material handling frequently, sometimes in varied temperature environments.
Successful completion of Thermo Fisher pre-employment screening, including background check and drug test, and any customer-mandated screening, credentialing, or badging requirements.

Responsibilities

Use handheld RF scanners and a mobile app to perform replenishments, stock rotation, cycle counts, order entry, returns, and backorder processing.
Receive and inspect shipments, scan and store items, and maintain cycle counts to keep inventory records current.
Respond to customer inquiries by email and phone, and assist internal partners in resolving questions and building trust.
Collaborate with supervisors and teammates to propose and implement workflow improvements.
Follow site safety and organization guidelines and wear required personal protective equipment.
Monitor stock levels and flag gaps or issues to prevent operational impacts.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare, including national medical and dental plans and a national vision plan.
Paid holidays.
Tuition reimbursement.
Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits.
At least 120 hours of paid time off (PTO) annually.
Paid parental leave, including 3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave.
Accident and life insurance.
Short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy.
401(k) retirement savings plan.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), offering eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount.
Health incentive programs.