Inventory Control Specialist

The Inventory Control Specialist is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory records supporting daily cycle count activity resolving inventory discrepancies and helping keep warehouse locations organized and reliable. This role serves as the primary point of contact for day-to-day inventory issues including missing parts location problems count variances discrepancy tickets and inventory questions that require follow-up beyond normal shipping and receiving activity.

The position is hands-on and practical supporting a 20000-square-foot warehouse with a mix of small and large parts and works closely with warehouse purchasing sales and operations personnel to improve inventory accuracy and reduce repeat issues.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Perform scheduled cycle counts and spot counts to verify physical inventory against system quantities and improve inventory accuracy.

• Investigate inventory discrepancies by reviewing item history receiving records transfers shipments returns bin locations and other available transaction records.

• Serve as the primary daily point of contact for inventory issues missing parts quantity variances incorrect locations and discrepancy tickets that require research or follow-up.

• Research and resolve discrepancy tickets in a timely manner documenting findings corrections and recurring causes so issues can be addressed at the source.

• Help organize warehouse inventory by maintaining accurate bin locations identifying misplaced material improving labeling and supporting practical storage improvements for small and large parts.

• Verify part numbers quantities units of measure and locations when inventory issues are identified through picking receiving shipping purchasing or customer order activity.

• Prepare and submit inventory adjustment information in accordance with company procedures including proper documentation and approval where required.

• Assist with physical inventory preparation recounts audit support and follow-up activity needed to maintain reliable inventory records.

• Work with shipping receiving purchasing sales and warehouse leadership to identify recurring inventory problems and recommend practical corrective actions.

• Support shipping and receiving personnel with inventory-related questions including part identification quantity checks location verification and issue resolution.

• Maintain clean accurate and usable inventory records in company systems spreadsheets count sheets discrepancy logs or other approved tools.

• Identify slow-moving obsolete damaged mislabeled or improperly stored inventory and communicate findings for disposition or corrective action.

• Help reinforce inventory discipline by promoting proper part handling labeling scanning transaction accuracy and location control.

• Operate warehouse equipment scanners computers and basic material handling tools as needed to complete counts move product safely and verify inventory.

• Uphold ISO 9001:2015 requirements as defined in Hyspecos quality procedures and processes.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to inventory accuracy.

• Ability to count verify research and reconcile inventory with patience and consistency.

• Practical problem-solving ability including tracing discrepancies through receipts shipments transfers locations and transaction history.

• Basic computer skills including accurate data entry inventory system use email and Microsoft Excel or similar spreadsheet tools.

• Ability to read part numbers bin locations pick tickets packing slips purchase orders and inventory reports.

• Good written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain inventory issues clearly and follow up with the appropriate departments.

• Organizational skills and the ability to maintain clean logical and usable warehouse locations.

• Ability to work independently prioritize daily inventory issues and follow problems through to resolution.

• Ability to work cooperatively with warehouse shipping receiving purchasing sales and operations personnel.

• Ability to safely lift move count and inspect small and large parts in a warehouse environment.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Two or more years of warehouse shipping receiving inventory control parts stockroom or related experience.

• Experience performing cycle counts physical inventory stock checks location audits or inventory discrepancy research.

• Experience using an ERP system and/or a warehouse management system.

• Equivalent combinations of relevant experience demonstrated reliability strong attention to detail and practical warehouse knowledge may be considered.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Prior experience in a parts warehouse distribution manufacturing hydraulic industrial supply or service-related environment.

• Experience with inventory adjustments discrepancy tickets root-cause follow-up and warehouse location maintenance.

• Forklift order picker pallet jack or other material handling equipment experience or certification.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand walk bend stoop kneel and reach throughout the workday.

• Frequently use hands and fingers to operate tools machinery measuring equipment and computers