All Flex Northfield Inventory Specialist

All Flex Solutions; Northfield (MN); On-site; USD 62,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Health savings account

Retirement plan with Vanguard

Granite Assistance Fund

Paid time off

Volunteer time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

All Flex Solutions in Northfield, MN, is seeking an Inventory Specialist to maintain accurate inventory records through cycle counts, audits, adjustments, and reconciliation. You will work with warehouse, purchasing, production, and shipping to reduce discrepancies and improve processes.

The role requires experience with ERP/WMS systems, strong Excel skills, and analytical problem-solving abilities. We offer a competitive base salary plus annual bonus and comprehensive benefits including health,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate degree preferred.
• 2+ years of inventory control, warehouse, or materials management experience.
• Experience performing cycle counts and inventory reconciliation.
• Proficiency with ERP systems, WMS, or inventory software.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled cycle counts according to procedures.
• Investigate and reconcile discrepancies; identify root causes and corrective actions.
• Process inventory adjustments with proper documentation.
• Monitor accuracy and report trends, variances, and issues to management.
• Conduct physical counts and assist with audits.
• Verify transactions (receipts, transfers, returns, shipments).
• Maintain inventory records in ERP/WMS system.
• Collaborate with warehouse and operations to resolve issues.
• Maintain organization and accuracy of inventory locations.
• Follow inventory control policies, procedures, and safety standards.
• Help develop best practices to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Generate inventory reports and analysis to support decisions.
• Support receiving, stocking, and warehouse activities as needed.

Skills

Inventory control

Cycle counts

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree preferred

Tools

ERP systems

WMS

Inventory software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Brief Description

The Inventory Specialist is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory records through routine cycle counts, inventory audits, adjustments, and reconciliation activities. This role works closely with warehouse, purchasing, production, and shipping teams to ensure inventory accuracy, support operational efficiency, and minimize inventory discrepancies.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled cycle counts in accordance with inventory control procedures.
• Investigate and reconcile inventory discrepancies by researching transactions, identifying root causes, and implementing corrective actions.
• Process inventory adjustments accurately and in a timely manner while maintaining proper documentation.
• Monitor inventory accuracy and report trends, variances, and recurring issues to management.
• Conduct physical inventory counts and assist with annual or periodic inventory audits.
• Verify inventory transactions, including receipts, transfers, returns, and shipments.
• Ensure inventory records are accurately maintained within the company's ERP or warehouse management system.
• Collaborate with warehouse and operations personnel to resolve inventory issues and improve inventory processes.
• Maintain organization and accuracy of inventory locations to support efficient operations.
• Follow established inventory control policies, procedures, and safety standards.
• Assist in developing and implementing best practices to improve inventory accuracy and efficiency.
• Generate inventory reports and provide analysis to support operational decision-making.
• Support receiving, stocking, and warehouse activities as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate degree preferred.
• 2+ years of inventory control, warehouse, or materials management experience.
• Experience performing cycle counts and inventory reconciliation.
• Proficiency with ERP systems, warehouse management systems (WMS), or inventory software.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of inventory control principles, including FIFO, lot tracking, and inventory auditing.
• Lean Manufacturing experience is a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to climb ladders and operate material handling equipment, if certified.
• Ability to work in warehouse and manufacturing environments.

Core Competencies

• Inventory Accuracy
• Attention to Detail
• Analytical Thinking
• Problem Solving
• Organization and Time Management
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Accountability
• Continuous Improvement

We offer a competitive base salary in the $62,000 to $92,000 range, based on experience and qualifications, along with annual bonus and profit-sharing opportunities tied to performance.

Beyond pay, our market-leading benefits are designed to support your wellbeing. These include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as short- and long-term disability coverage. We also provide a health savings account with company match, a retirement plan with employer contributions through Vanguard, and access to the Granite Assistance Fund for support when it’s needed most. We value time for rest and personal growth, offering generous paid time off, including volunteer time off and paid holidays.