Inventory Control Specialist

Simon and Schuster Books; Jackson (TN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Disability benefits

Tuition assistance

PTO

Job summary

Simon and Schuster Books in Jackson, TN is seeking an Inventory Control Specialist to manage inventory accuracy and operations within the warehouse. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong analytical and communication skills, be able to work in a fast-paced environment, and efficiently resolve inventory issues.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, and tuition assistance. This position requires the ability to lift 50 lbs, stand for long periods, and may include overtime.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a warehouse environment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor inventory levels and accuracy in WM.
• Audit waving shorts and reconcile discrepancies.
• Research short ships from waving and shorts.
• Cycle count as needed.
• Review transitional inventory report.
• Perform put-away/empty verifications.
• Work with warehouse departments to resolve inventory variances.
• Operate order selector as needed.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Proficient in WM

Proficient in UOPS

Proficient with RF

Experience with Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Simon & Schuster Distribution Center in Jackson, TN is looking for an Inventory Control Specialist.

Duties

• Monitor inventory levels and accuracy in WM
• Audit waving shorts and reconcile any discrepancies in split case area and reserve pallet racks
• Research short ships from waving and shorts on the floor
• Cycle count as needed
• Review transitional inventory report and cycle count transitional inventory to reconcile
• Perform put‑away/empty verifications
• Work with all warehouse departments and inventory control to resolve all inventory variances
• Operate order selector as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a warehouse environment
• Proficient in WM, UOPS
• Proficient with RF
• Experience with Microsoft Office programs preferred
• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Able to lift 50 lbs
• Able to stand for up to 8 hours per day
• Able to follow all safety policies and procedures
• Able to effectively communicate when needed
• Overtime as needed (both voluntary and mandatory)

Location: Jackson, TN

Hours: 1st Shift - 7:30 am to 4:00 pm

Simon & Schuster US is an equal‑opportunity employer (EOE) including disability and veteran status. The company is committed to equal employment opportunity for all people regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran status.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance, and PTO as applicable. Employees also have access to the Broad‑Based Ownership program, which makes all employees partners in our shared success.