Clerk, Inventory

Spectrum Brands; Noblesville (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectrum Brands is seeking an Inventory Control Clerk to ensure inventory accuracy through cycle counts and control activities in a warehouse setting. You will work with the Inventory Control Team to perform counts, research discrepancies, and help resolve issues to keep manufacturing and warehouse operations efficient.

The role emphasizes safety, data integrity, and collaboration across departments, with SAP experience preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in warehouse or inventory control preferred but not required.
• Ability to follow SOPs and safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily, monthly, and annual inventory cycle counts per procedures.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and report findings promptly.
• Research discrepancies and assist in resolving inventory issues.
• Communicate discrepancies to Inventory Control Clerk or Production Manager.
• Support root cause investigations and corrective actions as directed.
• Perform basic arithmetic to support counting and reconciliation.

Skills

Cycle counting

SOP compliance

Mathematical skills

Computer literacy

Inventory accuracy

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Job description

Division Information

The Pet Care division of Spectrum Brands is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, with a robust network of distribution, manufacturing, and sales operations across the United States and around the world. Dedicated to enhancing the lives of pets and their owners, we proudly serve households with dogs, cats, birds, small animals, fish, and reptiles. Our portfolio features a trusted lineup of industry-leading brands-Tetra, Instant Ocean, Marineland, 8-in-1, Dingo, FURminator, Nature's Miracle, GloFish, DreamBone, and SmartBones-each known for delivering exceptional value, quality, and reliable results pet owners can count on.

Job Summary

Responsible for maintaining inventory accuracy through the completion of scheduled cycle counts and inventory control activities. Works closely with the Inventory Control Team to perform daily, monthly, and annual cycle counts, research inventory discrepancies, identify potential causes, and assist with resolving inventory issues as directed. Supports accurate inventory records and efficient manufacturing and warehouse operations.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Demonstrate and maintain safe work practices at all times, ensuring compliance with established company safety policies, procedures, and requirements.
• Contribute to the achievement of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), including safety, quality, productivity, cost, and Lean/Continuous Improvement initiatives.
• Perform scheduled daily, monthly, and annual inventory cycle counts in accordance with established Inventory Control procedures and guidelines.
• Maintain accurate inventory records, document cycle count results, and report findings in a timely manner.
• Research inventory discrepancies and assist with resolving inventory-related issues in accordance with established Inventory Control procedures.
• Promptly communicate inventory discrepancies, inaccuracies, or other concerns to the Inventory Control Clerk or Production Manager to support timely resolution.
• Support root cause investigations and analysis of inventory discrepancies and assist with implementing corrective actions as directed.
• Perform general mathematical calculations necessary to support inventory counting, reconciliation, and recordkeeping.
• Work collaboratively with Inventory Control, Production, Warehouse, and other team members to support inventory accuracy and efficient operations.

Education and Experience Profile

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous experience in a warehouse, inventory control, manufacturing, or similar environment preferred, but not required.

Required Skills

• Ability to learn and follow established cycle counting procedures and effectively utilize the tools and systems required to complete inventory counts.
• Ability to understand and follow inventory policies, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and inspection procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, procedure manuals, and other work-related documentation.
• Basic mathematical skills with the ability to perform calculations necessary for inventory counting and reconciliation.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to accurately enter and maintain inventory-related information.
• Ability to prepare routine reports, documentation, and correspondence.
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on inventory accuracy.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively with employees across departments.
• SAP experience preferred, but not required.

Work Environment

• Position is based 100% in a warehouse environment.
• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds as required.
• Must be able to stand and/or walk for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Must be able to perform the physical activities necessary to complete inventory cycle counts throughout the warehouse.
• Must comply with all established safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) while working in the warehouse.