Inventory Control Specialist — Data-Driven, Lean Process

Atkore; Harvey (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Short‑term and long‑term disability

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Paid holidays

Leave required under federal, state,or

Job summary

Atkore is seeking an Inventory Coordinator based in Harvey, Illinois. You will support inventory data accuracy, replenish levels, and allocate materials for customer demand, reporting to the Warehouse Supervisor (Inventory Control).

Ideal candidates have 0–3 years in inventory control, experience with WMS/JDE/RF Smart, and lean Six Sigma exposure. Strong Excel/Office skills and a commitment to Atkore’s values are essential. This is an on-site role with opportunities to improve processes.

Qualifications

• 0–3 years of experience in inventory control.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Analytical ability to analyze information and create value‑adding reports.
• Experience with WMS, JDE, and RF Smart is highly desired.
• Experience with lean and Six Sigma processes and/or Lean/Six Sigma certification desired.
• Commitment to Atkore’s core values of Accountability, Teamwork, Integrity, Respect, and Excellence.

Responsibilities

• Manage data review and transactions in WMS as material is received, cycle‑counted, and shipped.
• Track and expedite lost or missing parts for internal and external customers.
• Administer the cycle‑count program, including creating audit sheets, updating the stock locator system, investigating variances, and tracking bin accuracy.
• Ensure accuracy of all transactions, including back‑orders, by examining PO’s and investigating discrepancies, missing or excess items.
• Support specialty inventory transactions such as RMA processing, loose and lost materials, and internal fulfillment ship errors.
• Assist on the operations floor with an organized inventory system, highlight and mitigate process failures that diminish accuracy.
• Coordinate with outside vendors for secondary outsourcing processes.
• Draft routing reports and intra‑department communications and calculate figures across variable units of measure.

Skills

Inventory control

Analytical ability

Microsoft Office

Tools

WMS

JDE

RF Smart

Job description

Atkore is seeking an Inventory Coordinator based in Harvey, Illinois. You will support inventory data accuracy, replenish levels, and allocate materials for customer demand, reporting to the Warehouse Supervisor (Inventory Control).

Ideal candidates have 0–3 years in inventory control, experience with WMS/JDE/RF Smart, and lean Six Sigma exposure. Strong Excel/Office skills and a commitment to Atkore’s values are essential. This is an on-site role with opportunities to improve processes.