Inventory Control Specialist

Simons; Kentucky; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Simon & Schuster is seeking an Inventory Control Specialist to join our Distribution Center in Jackson, TN. The role focuses on monitoring inventory, conducting audits of shipping labels, and reconciling discrepancies to ensure accuracy.

You will cycle count, review reports, perform put-away verifications, and collaborate with warehouse teams to resolve variances. Proficiency with WM/WMS, UOPS, and RF is required, along with strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Warehouse environment

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

WM/WMS

UOPS

RF

Job description

Simon & Schuster is currently seeking a Inventory Control Specialist to join our Distribution Center in Jackson, TN. This position will managing inventory and conducting audits of shipping labels among other duties.

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/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 - 7:30am-4:00pm