Inventory Control Specialist

Builders FirstSource, Inc.; Boise (ID); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Builders FirstSource, Inc. is seeking an Inventory Control Specialist for our Boise, ID Yard. This role focuses on maintaining inventory accuracy, supporting warehouse operations, and ensuring transactions reflect correctly in company systems.

The position requires attention to detail and analytical skills to monitor counts, costs, and stock levels. Responsibilities include cycle counts, discrepancy investigations, SKU management, and generating reports to identify trends.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required with 1+ year in inventory control or related field.
• Detail-oriented and analytical with strong data accuracy and problem solving.
• Experience coordinating with warehouse operations and shipping/receiving.

Responsibilities

• Maintain inventory accuracy by monitoring transactions, quantities, and costs.
• Analyze information from shipping/receiving, requisitions, and reports.
• Perform cycle counts and audits; reconcile discrepancies with system records.
• Investigate variances and adjust records accordingly to maintain accuracy.
• Create and maintain SKU numbers and master files; update as needed.
• Generate inventory reports and monitor trends and stock availability.
• Collaborate with teams to improve inventory accuracy and control initiatives.
• Adhere to safety policies and participate in trainings.

Skills

Inventory control

Cycle counts

SKU management

Data analysis

Warehouse operations

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Inventory management systems

Job description

Ignite your career at Builders FirstSource, America’s largest supplier of building materials, value-added components and building services to the professional market. The #1 name in our industry, we help make the dream of home ownership more achievable every day. At BFS, you’ll be equipped with all the tools, training, and resources you need, and you’ll be empowered to try new things, gain new experiences, and build a career with unlimited horizons.

Now Hiring: Inventory Control Specialist

Location: Boise, ID Yard

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Inventory Control Specialist to join our team at our Boise, ID Yard location. This position plays a critical role in maintaining the accuracy and integrity of inventory records, supporting efficient warehouse operations, and ensuring inventory transactions are accurately reflected within company systems.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain inventory accuracy by monitoring inventory transactions, quantities, and costs within inventory management systems.
• Compile and analyze inventory-related information from shipping and receiving documents, requisitions, contracts, accounting reports, and other operational records.
• Perform scheduled cycle counts and inventory audits, comparing physical inventory to system records to identify discrepancies.
• Investigate and resolve inventory variances through physical verification, transaction research, and system analysis.
• Process inventory adjustments and corrections as necessary to maintain accurate inventory records.
• Create, assign, and maintain Stock Keeping Unit (SKU) numbers in accordance with established inventory classification standards.
• Manage and update SKU master files, including item additions, modifications, and deletions.
• Generate and review inventory reports to identify trends, discrepancies, negative inventory balances, and stock availability concerns.
• Monitor inventory performance metrics and communicate findings to management as appropriate.
• Collaborate with operational teams to improve inventory accuracy and support inventory control initiatives.
• Adhere to all company safety policies, procedures, and regulations to promote a safe working environment.
• Participate in required safety meetings and training programs and recommend improvements to safety practices when appropriate.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) equivalent required.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, logistics, supply chain, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Work is performed in both indoor and outdoor environments and may involve exposure to varying temperatures, weather conditions, equipment noise, and dust.
• Frequently lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Occasionally lift or move materials weighing up to 80 pounds.
• May be required to perform physical activities including climbing, lifting, reaching, bending, kneeling, stooping, and prolonged standing or walking.

At BFS, we want you and your career to be greater than what you ever could have expected. Our supportive, people -first culture will build you up and empower you to do more, be more, and become better every day. Join us and see what’s possible when you can rise to new challenges, learn new skills, and add to your career tool belt every day.

At Builders FirstSource, we offer competitive, affordable benefits designed to make life better for you and the people you love. Our goal is simple — provide great plans that help you and your family to live happier, healthier and more secure lives.

Builders FirstSource is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Builders FirstSource, please call [phone] or email: [e-mail]. Please do not send resumes to this email address - it is intended only to be used to request an accommodation in submitting an application for a job opening.

Please note that due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual inquiries about the status of your application.