Sr Inventory Specialist

Thermo Fisher Scientific•Holly Springs, NC

26d

About The Position

The Senior Inventory Specialist works at customer sites to support inventory management through Unity Lab Services, Thermo Fisher Scientific’s integrated laboratory services and supply management organization. The role uses electronic systems, handheld RF scanners, and mobile scanning tools to keep orders moving efficiently and maintain accurate inventory records. The position involves customer interaction, collaboration with supervisors and teammates, and adherence to site safety, organization, and PPE requirements. The work environment may include cleanrooms, laboratories, warehouses, cold rooms and freezers, and areas with chemical-based allergens such as penicillin and tetracycline. GMP standards apply. Required protective equipment may include lab coats, coveralls, facemasks, gloves, safety glasses, ear plugs, and steel-toe shoes. The job involves frequent standing, walking, and manual material handling, regular lifting of 30–40 pounds and occasional lifting up to 50 pounds, and use of pushcarts and forklifts to move items up to 100 pounds. Overtime may be necessary. The position pays $23.60 and follows a Monday–Friday schedule, either 6:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m. or 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Candidates must complete Thermo Fisher’s pre-employment screening, including a background check and drug test, as well as any customer-required screening, credentialing, or badging.

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 independently and demonstrate attention to detail, accountability, and teamwork.
Ability to regularly lift 30–40 pounds and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to stand, walk, and perform frequent manual material handling.
Ability to complete Thermo Fisher pre-employment screening and any customer-mandated screening, credentialing, or badging.

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 questions primarily by email, follow up by phone, and assist internal partners to resolve issues and build trust.
Collaborate with supervisors and teammates to propose and implement improvements to daily workflows.
Follow site safety and organization guidelines and wear required PPE.
Monitor stock levels and flag gaps or issues to help prevent operational impacts.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.