Inventory Control Specialist

Tangent-Technologies,-LL; Illinois; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Tangent-Technologies,-LL is seeking an Inventory Control Specialist to organize the main inventory warehouse, perform cycle counts, and support order fulfillment. You will use Outlook, Syteline, Excel, and Word to maintain accurate inventory records and resolve discrepancies.

The role requires strong numerical and analytical skills, attention to detail, independence, and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. Experience in warehousing is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 4+ years of experience in inventory management, warehousing, or logistics.
• Proficiency with Outlook, Syteline, Excel, and Word for inventory updates.
• Detail-oriented with strong numerical and analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Organize the main inventory warehouse.
• Maintain, track, and report inventory data; perform cycle counts.
• Input and generate reports to monitor product movement.
• Oversee receiving of finished goods/materials.
• Assist with returns and repacking when necessary.
• Communicate issues to the Manager and support other warehouse tasks.

Skills

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

Detail oriented

Independent worker

Multi-tasking

Problem solving

Communication

MS Office proficiency

Education

High School diploma

Bachelor's degree (favored)

Tools

Excel

MS Office

Syteline

Job description

Description

As an Inventory Control Specialist - you are responsible for assisting in the organization of the main inventory warehouse, providing daily cycle counting of finished goods, updating inventory within the company’s CRM, resolving inventory issues, & assisting with order fulfillment when necessary. You need to be detail-oriented, well-organized, work quickly, be able to multi-task, & proactively solve problems. You will use systems such as Outlook, Syteline, Excel, & Word, to ensure accurate inventory information

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for the organization of main inventory warehouse.


• Maintain, track, & report inventory data, perform regular physical audits & cycle counts to reconcile actual stock with database records.


• Inputs & creates reports/documents for their functional area to keep track of product movement


• Oversees the receiving of finished goods/materials.


• Manage returned material inventory & repacking when necessary.


• Ensure inventory management objectives are met.


• Communicate inventory issues to Manager.


• Participating in other warehouse support functions as needed.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Strong numerical, mathematical, & analytical skills to manage data, audit stocks, & analyze trends.


• Proactive in identifying potential inventory problems & finding resolutions


• Strong attention to detail/critical thinking capabilities.


• Building strong relationships, & fostering an inclusive environment.


• Be a self-starter, able to work independently


• Analyzing complex information, identifying opportunities, planning effectively, & making sound, timely choices with responsibility.


• Embracing change, remaining calm under pressure, & guiding teams through uncertainty.


• Strong knowledge of inventory management systems, databases, & MS Office (especially Excel).


• Communicate & present information at all levels.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School diploma required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.


• Minimum 4+ years of experience in inventory management, warehousing, or logistics.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to work in a warehouse environment, which may involve lifting, scanning, and long periods of standing or walking.


• Ability to lift 50 lbs.