Sr. Inventory Management Specialist

Thermo Fisher Scientific•Indianapolis, IN

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Through Unity Lab Services, Thermo Fisher Scientific provides integrated laboratory services, support, and supply management tailored to customers’ laboratory business needs. Inventory Management Specialists use electronic systems and mobile scanning tools to help move orders efficiently from dock to desk. This role primarily involves working independently at customer sites and managing inventory, shipments, customer requests, and routine stockroom operations. The position is a first-shift (days) office role, though duties take place at customer sites and may involve varied temperatures and areas with chemical-based allergens. Regular lifting and manual material handling are required, and overtime may be necessary. Personal protective equipment is often required. Employment is conditional on successful completion of Thermo Fisher’s pre-employment screening and any customer-mandated screening, credentialing, or badging requirements.

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 by email, and a friendly, solution-focused approach.
Self-starter who demonstrates attention to detail, accountability, and teamwork.
Ability to regularly lift 30–40 lbs and occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
Ability to use pushcarts and forklifts to move items weighing up to 100 lbs.
Ability to stand, walk, and perform manual material handling frequently.
Successful completion of Thermo Fisher pre-employment screening, including a background check and drug test, and any customer-mandated screening, credentialing, or badging requirements.

Responsibilities

Use handheld RF scanners and a mobile app for 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 primarily by email, follow up by phone, and assist internal partners in resolving questions and building trust.
Collaborate with supervisors and teammates to propose and implement improvements to daily workflows.
Maintain safety and organization standards by following site guidelines and wearing required personal protective equipment.
Monitor stock levels proactively and flag gaps or issues that could affect operations.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.