Inventory Control Specialist

Sierra Staffing Group; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Sierra Staffing Group is seeking an experienced Inventory Control Specialist to support warehouse operations and maintain accurate inventory levels. This role focuses on cycle counting, reconciliations, material staging, and tracking inventory through a Warehouse Management System (WMS).

The ideal candidate will have 2+ years in inventory control or related fields, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment while collaborating with warehouse, production, and

Qualifications

• 2+ years in inventory control, warehouse, or materials management.
• Experience with cycle counts and reconciliations.
• Familiarity with a Warehouse Management System (WMS).
• Strong attention to detail and accurate record-keeping.
• Experience with material staging, receiving, shipping, or put-away.
• Basic computer skills and inventory tracking.
• Ability to work independently and with teams.
• Forklift experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily, weekly, and scheduled cycle counts to maintain accurate inventory records.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies and make appropriate system adjustments.
• Utilize WMS and inventory management systems to receive, move, locate, stage, and track materials throughout the facility.
• Stage materials and finished goods for production, shipping, receiving, or outbound orders.
• Verify part numbers, quantities, locations, and inventory status during material movements.
• Monitor inventory levels and identify shortages, overages, damaged materials, and potential discrepancies.
• Perform physical inventory audits and reconcile system quantities against actual on-hand inventory.
• Maintain accurate inventory locations and ensure materials are properly labeled and organized.
• Coordinate with warehouse, production, shipping, and receiving teams to ensure timely movement of materials.
• Research inventory transactions and identify the root cause of discrepancies.
• Enter and maintain accurate inventory information within the WMS and other applicable systems.
• Assist with receiving, put-away, picking, staging, and material handling activities as needed.
• Follow established safety procedures and maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on inventory accuracy, warehouse efficiency, and material flow.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time-management

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Tools

WMS

Inventory management systems

Job description

Sierra Staffing Group is seeking an experienced Inventory Control Specialist to support warehouse operations and maintain accurate inventory levels. This position will be responsible for cycle counting, inventory reconciliation, material staging, and tracking inventory through a Warehouse Management System (WMS). The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, experience working in a fast-paced warehouse or manufacturing environment, and the ability to identify and resolve inventory discrepancies.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily, weekly, and scheduled cycle counts to maintain accurate inventory records.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies and make appropriate system adjustments in accordance with company procedures.
• Utilize WMS and inventory management systems to receive, move, locate, stage, and track materials throughout the facility.
• Stage materials and finished goods for production, shipping, receiving, or outbound orders.
• Verify part numbers, quantities, locations, and inventory status during material movements.
• Monitor inventory levels and identify shortages, overages, damaged materials, and potential discrepancies.
• Perform physical inventory audits and reconcile system quantities against actual on-hand inventory.
• Maintain accurate inventory locations and ensure materials are properly labeled and organized.
• Coordinate with warehouse, production, shipping, and receiving teams to ensure timely movement of materials.
• Research inventory transactions and identify the root cause of discrepancies.
• Enter and maintain accurate inventory information within the WMS and other applicable systems.
• Assist with receiving, put-away, picking, staging, and material handling activities as needed.
• Follow established safety procedures and maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on inventory accuracy, warehouse efficiency, and material flow.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of inventory control, warehouse, logistics, or materials management experience preferred.
• Experience performing cycle counts and inventory reconciliations.
• Previous experience working with a WMS or computerized inventory management system.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records.
• Experience with material staging, receiving, shipping, picking, or put-away operations.
• Ability to investigate discrepancies and identify inventory issues.
• Basic computer skills and proficiency with inventory tracking systems.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating with warehouse and production teams.
• Forklift or other material-handling equipment experience is a plus.