Inventory Control Coordinator

Adept HR; California (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Adept HR is seeking an Inventory Control Lead for 2nd shift (2:15 p.m. – 10:45 p.m.) to oversee inventory accuracy and lead a small team within our distribution centers.

You will drive cycle counts, investigate discrepancies, and coordinate with receiving, shipping and warehouse teams while ensuring proper procedures are followed and records are kept in the WMS.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of warehouse or inventory control experience.
• Lead or supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience with cycle counts, audits, and inventory reconciliation.
• Knowledge of WMS, ERP, or inventory management systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, basic reporting).
• Experience using RF scanners and warehouse technology.
• Ability to analyze inventory data and identify root causes of discrepancies.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain inventory accuracy.
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies.
• Conduct cycle counts and assist with physical inventories.
• Analyze inventory reports and identify trends or issues.
• Coordinate with receiving, shipping, and warehouse teams.
• Ensure proper inventory procedures are followed.
• Train and support inventory control associates.
• Maintain inventory records in the warehouse management system (WMS).

Skills

Inventory control

Leadership

Cycle counts

Audits

Inventory reconciliation

WMS

ERP

Excel

Pivot tables

VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP

RF scanners

Data analysis

Root cause analysis

Training

Coaching

Communication

Prioritization

Problem solving

Tools

WMS

ERP

Excel

RF scanners

Job description

Job Description

Inventory Control Lead -

2nd shift 2:15 p.m. - 10:45 p.m.

$18.00 / hr.

JD Core Responsibilities;

• Monitor and maintain inventory accuracy.
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies.
• Conduct cycle counts and assist with physical inventories.
• Analyze inventory reports and identify trends or issues.
• Coordinate with receiving, shipping, and warehouse teams.
• Ensure proper inventory procedures are followed.
• Train and support inventory control associates.
• Maintain inventory records in the warehouse management system (WMS).

Key Qualifications

Experience;

• 2–5 years of warehouse or inventory control experience.
• Previous lead or supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience with cycle counts, audits, and inventory reconciliation.

Technical Skills;

• Knowledge of WMS, ERP, or inventory management systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, basic reporting).
• Experience using RF scanners and warehouse technology.
• Ability to analyze inventory data and identify root causes of discrepancies.

Leadership Skills;

• Ability to train and coach employees.
• Strong communication and follow‑up skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects.
• Problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.

Operational Knowledge

• Understanding of receiving, putaway, replenishment, picking, packing, and shipping processes.
• Knowledge of inventory control best practices and warehouse procedures.
• Familiarity with FIFO, lot control, serial number tracking, and inventory adjustments.

Typical Performance Expectations

• Maintain inventory accuracy above 99%.
• Complete cycle counts on schedule.
• Resolve inventory discrepancies promptly.
• Reduce inventory adjustments and operational errors.
• Support operational productivity by ensuring inventory is available and correctly located.

For Your Operation (AII Distribution Centers)

An Inventory Control Lead should also be able to

• Investigate allocation shortages and location discrepancies in ROI and Latitude.
• Coordinate with PTL, Receiving, and Shipping teams to resolve inventory issues.
• Monitor replenishment activities to prevent stockouts.
• Review and approve inventory adjustments.
• Lead cycle counts and root‑cause analysis for inventory variances.
• Train associates on inventory procedures and system transactions.
• Provide daily inventory status updates and escalation reports to management.

A good Inventory Control Lead is not just counting inventory—they are responsible for maintaining inventory accuracy, identifying process failures, and leading corrective actions to prevent issues from recurring.

Company Description

Adept HR is a Staffing Services assisting our clients with their staffing needs. We specialize in Temp to hire long term positions.