Inventory Control Associate

Accord Healthcare US; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Accord Healthcare US is seeking an Inventory Control Associate responsible for tracking, auditing, and optimizing materials and finished goods. You will conduct cycle counts, reconcile variances, and analyze consumption rates to support production and fulfillment.

The role requires attention to detail, analytical skills, and proficiency with ERP systems. Collaboration with purchasing and logistics is essential to ensure accurate receiving and stock control while maintaining regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a supply chain, operations, or related field required.
• 1–3 years in inventory management, supply chain ops, or related function.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP/Oracle/NetSuite) preferred.
• Experience in regulated manufacturing environments is a plus.
• Experience with inventory reconciliation and reporting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform cycle counts and physical audits to reconcile stock with system records.
• Monitor daily inventory consumption, identify slow-moving or near-expiry items, report findings.
• Update stock data in ERP systems and maintain SKU/storage logic.
• Calculate reorder points to prevent stockouts based on usage and lead times.
• Collaborate with purchasing, logistics, and warehouse teams to verify inbound shipments.

Skills

Excel

Data analysis

Inventory management

Audit & reconciliation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP

Oracle

NetSuite

Power BI

Job description

Reports To: VP, Operations and Customer Service

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Job Type: Full-Time

About Accord:

Accord is a global provider of generic and specialty pharmaceuticals. Our focus on a rapidly expanding portfolio of affordable medicines of exceptional quality standards has made us one of the fastest growing US generic and specialty companies.

Position Overview:

The Inventory Control Associate will oversee the tracking, auditing, and optimization of all raw materials, components, and finished goods. The primary focus of this role is to conduct regular cycle counts, reconcile system variances, and analyze inventory consumption rates to support production or retail fulfillment. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and highly proficient in inventory management software.

Essential Functions, Duties and Responsibilities:

The following duties are considered essential to the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Inventory Reconciliation & Auditing: Perform scheduled cycle counts and physical audits. Investigate and resolve discrepancies between physical stock and system ledger records to determine root causes (e.g., shrinkage, entry errors).


• Stock Consumption Tracking: Monitor the daily depletion and consumption of inventory. Identify slow-moving items, near-expiration materials, or obsolete stock, and report findings to management.


• Data & System Management: Input and update accurate stock data within the company’s ERP system (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite). Maintain structural logic for SKU assignments and storage locations.


• Replenishment Support: Calculate optimal reorder points based on consumption metrics, lead times, and historic demand to mitigate the risk of stockouts.


• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with purchasing, logistics, and warehouse operations to verify inbound shipment quantities and streamline receiving workflows.


• Adhere to company policies, procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements.

The above list reflects the general details necessary to describe the expectations of the position and shall not be construed as the only expectations that may be assigned for the position. An individual in this position must be able to successfully meet the expectations listed above.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Life Sciences, or a related discipline required.


• One to three years of relevant experience in inventory management, supply chain operations, manufacturing, finance, or related business functions.


• Experience working with ERP systems, preferably SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite.


• Experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, or other regulated manufacturing environments preferred.


• Experience with inventory reconciliation and inventory reporting processes preferred.


• Operational Excellence experience with preference for Green Belt certification.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including Pivot Tables, lookup functions, and data analysis techniques.


• Working knowledge of inventory management principles and reconciliation methodologies.


• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.


• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.


• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.


• Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact professionally across all levels of the organization and with external partners.


• Demonstrated ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a cross-functional team environment.


• Proficiency with reporting and visualization tools such as Power BI is preferred.


• Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to process discipline and demonstrated experience of implementing continuous improvement.

Physical/Mental Demands and Working Environment:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• This position operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets.


• The role requires extended periods of sitting and computer use.


• Some walking, standing, bending, or carrying of light items (up to 10 lbs) may be required.

Accord provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment consistent with applicable local, state or federal law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.