Inventory Control Specialist

Kerry Group; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 2,159,000 - 3,075,000; Full time

Job summary

Kerry Group in Fort Worth, TX, is seeking a Warehouse Inventory Specialist to maintain and improve inventory accuracy across the site. You will perform cycle counts, reconcile discrepancies, and ensure data visibility in SAP and warehouse systems.

The role requires attention to detail, the ability to work independently, and the capability to coordinate with receiving, shipping, and production teams to prevent recurring errors.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required; associate degree preferred.
• Inventory control, counting, SAP, or warehouse system experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, follow-up, and analytical skills required.
• Ability to work independently and communicate findings clearly required.

Responsibilities

• Execute scheduled cycle counts and inventory verification tasks according to the approved zone or location plan.
• Investigate count variances through SAP review, transaction tracing, location checks, physical recounts, and discussion with operating teams.
• Process approved inventory corrections, adjustments, transfers, or status changes in accordance with control expectations.
• Monitor material status conditions such as hold, quarantine, damaged, blocked, or return stock and ensure clear physical and system identification.
• Work with receiving, material handling, and shipping teams to identify root causes of recurring inventory errors and correct process breakdowns.
• Support same-day reconciliation where possible to prevent aging open discrepancies.
• Reconcile Book to Book monthly for 3PLS to maintain accuracy in SAP.
• Determine quantity and lots to pull for rework consumption for production.
• Prepare count reports, variance summaries, and follow-up documentation for supervisors and management review.
• Participate in physical inventory events, audit preparation, and inventory accuracy improvement work.
• Cross-train in related transaction review, receiving support, and warehouse data verification tasks as directed.
• Help sustain inventory accuracy standards, slotting discipline, and traceability controls across North and South operations.
• Support adjacent logistics functions as trained and assigned to maintain operational continuity across inbound, internal supply, outbound, and administrative activities.
• Participate in the site cross-training matrix and maintain current qualification status for assigned and backup tasks.
• Contribute to shift coverage, handover quality, and same-shift issue resolution to reduce service gaps and overnight carryover risk.
• Perform work in accordance with SOPs, GMP, food safety, allergen control, sanitation, and applicable regulatory or transportation standards relevant to the role.
• Support department KPI performance, timely issue escalation, CAPA follow-up, and accurate documentation of operational activities.
• Participate in daily huddles, shift handovers, and problem-solving routines to sustain standard work and accountability.
• Assist with return bin review, location cleanup, and inventory status correction projects.
• Support KPI reporting for inventory accuracy and related improvement actions.

Skills

Inventory control

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Independent work

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate degree preferred

Tools

SAP

Warehouse system

Job description

Kerry Group in Fort Worth, TX, is seeking a Warehouse Inventory Specialist to maintain and improve inventory accuracy across the site. You will perform cycle counts, reconcile discrepancies, and ensure data visibility in SAP and warehouse systems.

The role requires attention to detail, the ability to work independently, and the capability to coordinate with receiving, shipping, and production teams to prevent recurring errors.