INVENTORY CONTROL SPECIALIST

Sylvania; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 68,998 - 84,214; Full time

Job summary

A public school district in Bridgeport is seeking an Inventory Control Specialist to manage inventory records and assist in auditing and compliance with regulations. The role involves invoicing, managing employee uniforms, and collaboration with the shipping team. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and strong organizational and communication skills. The starting salary ranges from $68,998 to $84,214 based on experience, with a 35-hour workweek.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills both verbal and written.
• Experience with clerical and accounting tasks.
• Familiarity with inventory control devices, such as barcode scanners.

Responsibilities

• Maintain detailed records of inventory changes.
• Perform regularly scheduled audits of the facility's inventory.
• Process invoices using the Munis Financial System.

Skills

Detail oriented

Strong organizational skills

Strong communication skills

Basic math operations

Familiarity with inventory control devices

Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

Experience with the Munis Financial System

Education

High School Graduate

Job description

2025 - 2026 School Year

Bridgeport Public Schools

Human Resources Department

45 Lyon Terrace, Room 324

Bridgeport, CT 06604

JOB OPENING

INVENTORY CONTROL SPECIALIST (0039)

BOE NUTRITION CENTER

35-HOURS PER WEEK

STARTING SALARY: $68,998.00 (Step 1)-$84,214.00 (Step 6)

CURRENT MEMBERS OF NAGE R1-200 WILL BE GIVEN FIRST OPPORTUNITY TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain detailed records of inventory changes and record in the database and spreadsheet
• Invoice reconciliation
• Schedule categories for Cycle Count inventory and maintain strict records
• Perform regularly scheduled audits of the facility’s entire inventory
• Provide audit reports to supervisor
• File item returns/credits claims with appropriate vendors as needed for defective merchandise
• Processing of invoices using the Munis Financial System
• Order and maintain inventory of employee uniforms
• Manage Shipping and Receiving Office in collaboration with the Shipping and Receiving Supervisor
• Maintain compliance with Federal, State and local regulations pertaining to School Nutrition Programs
• General office clerical duties

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Graduate
• Clerical and accounting experience
• Detail oriented
• Strong organizational skills
• Familiarity with inventory control devices – barcode scanner
• Strong communication skills both verbal and written
• Understanding and comprehension of basic math operations
• Knowledge of and skilled in Microsoft Office Suite with an emphasis on EXCEL
• Knowledge and experience with the Munis Financial System

This job description is not, nor is it intended to be, a complete statement of all duties, functions, responsibilities, qualifications, physical, and cognitive, which comprise this position. The above is intended to be a fair representation of the “typical” demands of the position. In all cases, these relationships, functions, and their applications are subject to change by the Superintendent.

This position, salary and step are in accordance with the Agreement between the City of Bridgeport and Local R1-200, National Association of Government Employees (NAGE).

It is the policy of the Bridgeport Board of Education not to discriminate because of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, present or past mental disorder, or learning disability, in any of its educational programs, activities or employment practices. The Bridgeport Board of Education is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.