Sr Inventory Management Specialist

Thermo Fisher Scientific•Indianapolis, IN

3d•$18 - $24

About The Position

Through Unity Lab Services, Thermo Fisher Scientific provides integrated laboratory services, support, and supply management. The Senior Inventory Management Specialist uses electronic systems and mobile scanning tools to help orders move efficiently from dock to desk. The position primarily involves working independently at customer sites and supporting customer inventory operations. The specialist performs replenishments, stock rotation, cycle counts, order entry, returns, and backorder processing; receives and inspects shipments; and scans and stores items to maintain accurate inventory records. Customer interactions are handled primarily by email, with phone follow-up as needed. The specialist also works with internal partners and teammates to resolve questions and improve workflows, monitors stock levels, and follows site safety and organization standards. The work takes place in laboratory, office, and warehouse-like environments. Conditions may include cold rooms and freezers, loud equipment, strong odors, chemical-based allergens, and hazardous or toxic materials. Required protective equipment may include safety glasses, gowns, gloves, lab coats, coveralls, facemasks, ear plugs, and steel-toe shoes. The role involves frequent standing, walking, and manual material handling, regular lifting of 30–40 pounds, occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds, and using pushcarts and forklifts to move items weighing up to 100 pounds. 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 by email, and a friendly, solution-focused approach.
Ability to work independently with attention to detail, accountability, and teamwork.
Ability to lift 30–40 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally, and use pushcarts and forklifts to move items up to 100 pounds.
Ability to meet pre-employment screening requirements, 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 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 up to date.
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 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.