Inventory Control Specialist

Hitachi Energy Ltd.; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in Jefferson City, Missouri, is seeking an Inventory Control Specialist to maintain inventory health and ensure material availability for production. You will analyze data daily, identify risks, and implement preventative actions to improve accuracy and flow.

You will collaborate across production, operations, and supply chain teams, driving lean initiatives and safe, efficient material handling. A degree in a related field and hands-on logistics experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations, Business, or related field; or equivalent education/experience.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in manufacturing operations, logistics, warehousing, shipping, or inventory management.
• Experience implementing lean material flow initiatives within a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure materials and products are available to meet internal customer and production demands.
• Conduct daily inventory analysis to identify risks, shortages, and improvement opportunities.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and ensure timely system updates.
• Own inventory management activities within assigned operational areas.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies, identify root causes, and implement preventative actions.
• Collaborate with production and supply chain teams to communicate material availability and resolve issues.
• Champion a strong safety culture that protects people, equipment, and facilities.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance material flow and support lean manufacturing practices.

Skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Time management

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Visio

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations, Business

High school diploma with 8+ years logistics experience

Tools

SAP

Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

Job description

Keep production moving and help shape how materials flow through a modern manufacturing environment. As an Inventory Control Specialist, you will play a critical role in maintaining inventory health and ensuring materials are available when and where they are needed. This position combines analytical thinking with hands‑on problem solving, giving you the opportunity to influence operations, improve efficiency, and make a visible impact every day.

Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.

Working closely with production, operations, and supply chain teams, you will use data-driven insights to identify risks, resolve inventory challenges, and strengthen material availability across the business. You will investigate inventory variances, uncover root causes, and implement sustainable solutions that improve accuracy and reliability. In addition, you will help drive continuous improvement initiatives that optimize material flow, reduce waste, and support lean manufacturing practices.

If you thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, enjoy collaborating across teams, and are energized by improving processes that directly impact operational success, this is an exciting opportunity to grow your career while contributing to a safer, smarter, and more efficient operation.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Ensure materials and products are available to meet internal customer and production demands.
• Conduct daily inventory analysis to identify risks, shortages, and improvement opportunities.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and ensure timely system updates.
• Own inventory management activities within assigned operational areas.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies, identify root causes, and implement preventative actions.
• Collaborate with production and supply chain teams to communicate material availability and resolve issues.
• Champion a strong safety culture that protects people, equipment, and facilities.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance material flow and support lean manufacturing practices.

Your Background

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations, Business, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• High school diploma or GED with 8+ years of relevant logistics experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in manufacturing operations, logistics, warehousing, shipping, or inventory management.
• Experience implementing or supporting lean material flow initiatives within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong problem‑solving, organizational, and time‑management skills with the ability to prioritize effectively.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Visio; experience with SAP or Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) preferred.

More About Us

• At Hitachi Energy, you’ll be part of a global team advancing a sustainable energy future through innovation, collaboration, and operational excellence.
• We invest in your growth with ongoing learning opportunities, career development programs, and the chance to work alongside industry experts.
• Our inclusive culture values diverse perspectives, encourages continuous improvement, and empowers employees to make a meaningful impact locally and globally.

Location Jefferson City, Missouri, United States of America

Job type Full time

Work arrangement On‑Site

Experience Experienced

Job function Supply Chain

Contract Regular

Publication date 2026-09-30

Reference number R0145362

About Hitachi Energy

We are a global leader in electrification, powering the electricity era to meet the energy demands of today, and the next 25 years. As the energy arm of Hitachi Group, over three billion people depend on our pioneering, mission‑critical technologies to power their daily lives.

With over a century of innovation, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time: driving the evolution of the world’s energy system to ensure abundant, secure, affordable, and sustainable power for today’s generation and the next.

With an unparalleled installed base in over 140 countries, we are the grid ecosystem partner across the utility, industry, data center, and transportation sectors. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 56,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $20 billion USD.

Hitachi Energy is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer committed to encouraging inclusion in the workplace.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, family medical leave status, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, applicants may request to review the affirmative action plan of a particular facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an HR Representative at 888.504.2007. Protected veterans and qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access Hitachi Energy’s career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an HR Representative at 888.504.2007. Resumes and applications will not be accepted through this method.

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