Inventory Control Lead — 1st Shift, Lean Logistics

nVent; Dayton (MN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

nVent is seeking personnel for Dayton, MN (1st shift: Mon-Fri 6:00 AM–2:30 PM) to support inventory control and distribution operations. The role emphasizes cycle counting, ERP/WMS usage, and data accuracy within a global electrical solutions company.

Responsibilities include leading counts, reconciling discrepancies, and driving lean improvements with cross-functional teams to enhance picker/putter accuracy and reduce inventory variances.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; associate degree beneficial.
• 3-5 years experience in logistics/distribution.
• 2 years business system experience related to warehousing; forklift/power equipment experience.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary contact for cycle counters and 3PL warehouses.
• Perform regular physical counts and reconcile discrepancies.
• Execute inventory transactions in WMS/ERP systems (receipts, transfers, adjustments).
• Record, track, and report inventory data.
• Be knowledgeable of ERP, Warehouse, RF systems; lead process improvements.

Skills

Inventory control

WMS/ERP

Attention to detail

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree beneficial

Tools

SAP

Oracle

NetSuite

Job description

nVent is seeking personnel for Dayton, MN (1st shift: Mon-Fri 6:00 AM–2:30 PM) to support inventory control and distribution operations. The role emphasizes cycle counting, ERP/WMS usage, and data accuracy within a global electrical solutions company.

Responsibilities include leading counts, reconciling discrepancies, and driving lean improvements with cross-functional teams to enhance picker/putter accuracy and reduce inventory variances.