Distribution Associate - Inventory Control
Peoplelink, LLC
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Job summary
Peoplelink Staffing, in partnership with a leading pharmaceutical distribution company in the Allentown, PA area, is seeking a Distribution Associate, Inventory Control to join their Operations team. The role focuses on investigating and resolving inventory issues to ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance.
The position supports warehouse operations and customer service, with a first shift pay rate of $23.00–$25.00 per hour and opportunities for process improvements in a fast-paced environment.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree required
- 1-3 years of Distribution, Warehouse, or Inventory Control experience
- Working knowledge of SAP inventory transactions
- Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS); Manhattan WMS preferred
- Intermediate skills with Microsoft Excel and Outlook
- Experience with RF scanning technology
- Knowledge of pharmaceutical regulations and GMP compliance
Responsibilities
- Investigate and resolve inventory-related issues
- Assist Receiving and Operations with discrepancy resolution
- Support cycle counting activities and investigate variances
- Process RGAs and resolve return-related issues with Customer Service
- Handle returned products, including return-to-stock and destruction procedures
- Work with Quality Control and Warehouse teams on inventory transactions
- Process, receive, and ship controlled substances in compliance with regs
- Generate inventory reports and KPIs
- Assist with picking, auditing, and quarter-end activities
- Utilize SAP, WMS, and RF technology daily
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Distribution Associate - Inventory Control
Light Industrial & Manufacturing Allentown , Pennsylvania Direct Hire Aug 27, 2026
Peoplelink Staffing, in partnership with a leading pharmaceutical distribution company in the Allentown, PA area, is seeking a Distribution Associate, Inventory Control to join their Operations team! This position plays a key role in supporting warehouse operations and customer service by investigating and resolving inventory issues, ensuring inventory accuracy, and maintaining compliance within a fast-paced distribution environment.
- Pay: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour
- Shift Available:
- 1st Shift: 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM
- Support Operations and Customer Service teams by investigating and resolving inventory-related issues
- Assist Receiving and Operations teams with inventory discrepancy resolution
- Support Cycle Counting activities and investigate inventory variances utilizing Material Handling Equipment (MHE)
- Partner with Customer Service to process RGAs and resolve return-related issues
- Process returned products and coordinate disposition activities, including return-to-stock and product destruction procedures
- Work closely with Quality Control and Warehouse teams to ensure accurate inventory transactions
- Assist with the processing, receiving, and shipping of controlled substances in compliance with company and regulatory requirements
- Investigate customer shortages and drive resolution to improve customer satisfaction
- Assist Customer Service with inventory inquiries and issue resolution
- Support Quality Control with inventory concerns related to product destruction activities
- Identify process improvement opportunities within distribution operations
- Generate inventory reports, metrics, and analysis related to key performance indicators
- Assist with picking, auditing, and warehouse operations during End of Month and End of Quarter activities
- Utilize stand-up reach forklifts, powered pallet jacks, SAP, WMS, and RF technology to support daily operations
- Maintain inventory integrity, accuracy, and regulatory compliance throughout the distribution center
- High School Diploma or Bachelor's Degree required
- 1-3 years of Distribution, Warehouse, or Inventory Control experience required
- Working knowledge of SAP inventory transactions required
- Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS); Manhattan WMS preferred
- Intermediate technical skills with Microsoft Excel and Outlook
- Previous inventory control, distribution, and forklift experience preferred
- Experience utilizing RF scanning technology
- Knowledge of pharmaceutical regulations and GMP compliance preferred
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Ability to communicate professionally with external suppliers via phone and email
- Ability to coordinate and lead meetings with internal departments and external vendors
- Pharmaceutical and/or Medical Device industry experience preferred
- Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed
- Material Handling Equipment (MHE) certification preferred
- Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance available
- 401(k) available after reaching hours worked requirements
- Weekly Pay
- Direct Deposit Programs
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- Dedicated Recruiter Support
- Opportunity to work with a respected leader in the pharmaceutical industry
Peoplelink Staffing, in partnership with a leading pharmaceutical distribution company in the Allentown, PA area, is seeking a Distribution Associate, Inventory Control to join their Operations team! This position plays a key role in supporting warehouse operations and customer service by investigating and resolving inventory issues, ensuring inventory accuracy, and maintaining compliance within a fast-paced distribution environment.
- Pay: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour
- Shift Available:
- 1st Shift: 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM
- Support Operations and Customer Service teams by investigating and resolving inventory-related issues
- Assist Receiving and Operations teams with inventory discrepancy resolution
- Support Cycle Counting activities and investigate inventory variances utilizing Material Handling Equipment (MHE)
- Partner with Customer Service to process RGAs and resolve return-related issues
- Process returned products and coordinate disposition activities, including return-to-stock and product destruction procedures
- Work closely with Quality Control and Warehouse teams to ensure accurate inventory transactions
- Assist with the processing, receiving, and shipping of controlled substances in compliance with company and regulatory requirements
- Investigate customer shortages and drive resolution to improve customer satisfaction
- Assist Customer Service with inventory inquiries and issue resolution
- Support Quality Control with inventory concerns related to product destruction activities
- Identify process improvement opportunities within distribution operations
- Generate inventory reports, metrics, and analysis related to key performance indicators
- Assist with picking, auditing, and warehouse operations during End of Month and End of Quarter activities
- Utilize stand-up reach forklifts, powered pallet jacks, SAP, WMS, and RF technology to support daily operations
- Maintain inventory integrity, accuracy, and regulatory compliance throughout the distribution center
- High School Diploma or Bachelor's Degree required
- 1-3 years of Distribution, Warehouse, or Inventory Control experience required
- Working knowledge of SAP inventory transactions required
- Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS); Manhattan WMS preferred
- Intermediate technical skills with Microsoft Excel and Outlook
- Previous inventory control, distribution, and forklift experience preferred
- Experience utilizing RF scanning technology
- Knowledge of pharmaceutical regulations and GMP compliance preferred
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Ability to communicate professionally with external suppliers via phone and email
- Ability to coordinate and lead meetings with internal departments and external vendors
- Pharmaceutical and/or Medical Device industry experience preferred
- Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed
- Material Handling Equipment (MHE) certification preferred
- Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance available
- 401(k) available after reaching hours worked requirements
- Weekly Pay
- Direct Deposit Programs
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- Dedicated Recruiter Support
- Opportunity to work with a respected leader in the pharmaceutical industry
Peoplelink Staffing, a leader in the staffing industry for the past 33 years, continues our vision of 'linking' communities through employment. Peoplelink Staffing's dedication to the safety, health, and well-being of our associates, clients, and communities remains our #1 priority. Peoplelink, LLC is proud to be an EEOE, M/F/D/V, and we are committed to diversity both in practice and spirit at all levels of the organization.
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