Inventory Control Coordinator

biotechne; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day-one benefits

401k plan

ESPP

HSA

FSA

Job summary

Bio-Techne is hiring an Inventory Control Coordinator to maintain inventory records in the warehouse and production environment, supporting ERP data integrity and material movements. You will work with Warehouse, Production, Quality, Planning, and Procurement teams to resolve discrepancies and improve processes.

The role requires a HS diploma or equivalent with 2–4 years of experience, or an associate degree with related experience.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to inventory accuracy.
• Knowledge of inventory control principles, material flow, and warehouse operations.
• Proficiency with ERP and warehouse management systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate inventory records through ERP transactions.
• Pick and stage materials for production orders.
• Post receipts for incoming materials and finished goods.
• Perform cycle counts and support annual inventory activities.
• Monitor inventory accuracy and investigate discrepancies.
• Ensure FIFO/FEFO compliance and optimize storage

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Time management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

By joining Bio-Techne, you'll join a company with a powerful and positive purpose of enabling cutting-edge research in Life Sciences and Clinical Diagnostics. Bio-Techne, and all of its brands, provides tools for researchers to further treat and prevent disease worldwide.

Pay Range

$18.40 - $25.30

Position Summary

The Inventory Control Coordinator is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory records and ensuring the effective management of inventoried materials within the warehouse and production environment. This position supports receiving, inventory control, cycle counting, inventory transactions, material movements, and inventory accuracy initiatives. The role works closely with Warehouse, Production, Quality, Planning, and Procurement teams to resolve inventory discrepancies, maintain ERP data integrity, and support continuous improvement of inventory control processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate inventory records through timely and accurate ERP transactions.
• Pick and stage materials for production orders and internal customer requests.
• Post receipts for incoming raw materials and finished goods received from suppliers.
• Perform inventory put-away activities and ensure materials are stored in designated inventory locations.
• Create and process ERP transactions and inventory journals related to material movements, adjustments, transfers, and scrap.
• Create, maintain, and modify inventory locations in both physical storage areas and ERP systems.
• Monitor inventory accuracy and investigate inventory variances, shortages, overages, and transaction discrepancies.
• Perform cycle counts according to established schedules and support annual physical inventory activities.
• Research and resolve inventory discrepancies through transaction reviews and root cause analysis.
• Support inventory audits by maintaining accurate documentation and inventory records.
• Verify inventory quality by inspecting labels, quantities, item numbers, lot numbers, batch information, and storage conditions.
• Maintain inventory traceability and compliance with FIFO/FEFO requirements where applicable.
• Consolidate materials and optimize warehouse storage locations to maximize space utilization.
• Support scrap reporting, inventory adjustments, and disposition processes.
• Pull, load, transport, and unload inventory throughout warehouse and production areas as required.
• Track and communicate inventory control metrics including cycle count accuracy, inventory adjustments, and location accuracy.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and support implementation of inventory control best practices.
• Maintain clean, organized, and compliant inventory storage areas.
• Complete required company and departmental training.
• Follow all company policies, safety procedures, and quality standards.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

Requires a High School diploma or equivalent and 2-4 years of relevant experience; or an associate degree preferred and up to 2 years of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to inventory accuracy.
• Knowledge of inventory control principles, material flow, and warehouse operations.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies through root cause analysis.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to learn and effectively utilize ERP and warehouse management systems.
• Basic mathematical and data analysis skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across warehouse, production, quality, planning, and procurement teams.
• Willingness to learn, adapt to change, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Professional demeanor and commitment to teamwork.
• Ability to become certified and safely operate powered pallet jacks and forklifts, if required.

Working Conditions

Ability to work hours that conform to standard business operations (8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.)

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Frequent bending, reaching, stooping, and material handling.
• Ability to work in cooler and freezer environments for extended periods.
• Ability to safely operate pallet jacks, forklifts, and other material handling equipment as required.

Why Join Bio-Techne

• We offer competitive insurance benefits starting on day one: medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, long-term disability, pet, and legal and ID shield.
• We invest in our employees' financial futures through 401k plans, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), Health Saving Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and Dependent Care FSA.
• We empower our employees deve