Inventory Control Specialist I

Builders FirstSource; Woodland (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan

Paid time off

8 paid holidays per year

Job summary

Builders FirstSource in Woodland, WA is seeking an Inventory Control Specialist to ensure accurate inventory records and support efficient warehouse operations at the Woodland Yard. The role emphasizes cycle counts, variance investigations, and reliable data entry in our systems.

You will create and maintain SKU numbers, generate reports on trends and stock levels, and collaborate with teams to improve accuracy while following safety policies.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of one year of inventory control or related field experience.
• Experience in warehouse operations, logistics, or supply chain is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain inventory accuracy by monitoring transactions, quantities, and costs in inventory systems.
• Compile and analyze inventory information from shipping, receiving documents, requisitions, contracts, and reports.
• Perform scheduled cycle counts and audits, comparing physical inventory to system records.
• Investigate and resolve inventory variances through verification and research.
• Process inventory adjustments and corrections to maintain accuracy.
• Create, assign, and maintain SKU numbers according to standards.
• Manage and update SKU master files with additions, modifications, deletions.
• Generate and review inventory reports to identify trends and stock concerns.
• Monitor inventory performance metrics and report findings to management.
• Collaborate with operations to improve accuracy and support control initiatives.
• Adhere to safety policies; participate in safety meetings and training.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Inventory control

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Ignite your career at Builders FirstSource, America’s largest supplier of building materials, value-added components and building services to the professional market. The #1 name in our industry, we help make the dream of home ownership more achievable every day. At BFS, you’ll be equipped with all the tools, training, and resources you need, and you’ll be empowered to try new things, gain new experiences, and build a career with unlimited horizons.

Now Hiring: Inventory Control Specialist

Location: Woodland, WA Yard

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Inventory Control Specialist to join our team at our Woodland, WA Yard location. This position plays a critical role in maintaining the accuracy and integrity of inventory records, supporting efficient warehouse operations, and ensuring inventory transactions are accurately reflected within company systems.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain inventory accuracy by monitoring inventory transactions, quantities, and costs within inventory management systems.
• Compile and analyze inventory-related information from shipping and receiving documents, requisitions, contracts, accounting reports, and other operational records.
• Perform scheduled cycle counts and inventory audits, comparing physical inventory to system records to identify discrepancies.
• Investigate and resolve inventory variances through physical verification, transaction research, and system analysis.
• Process inventory adjustments and corrections as necessary to maintain accurate inventory records.
• Create, assign, and maintain Stock Keeping Unit (SKU) numbers in accordance with established inventory classification standards.
• Manage and update SKU master files, including item additions, modifications, and deletions.
• Generate and review inventory reports to identify trends, discrepancies, negative inventory balances, and stock availability concerns.
• Monitor inventory performance metrics and communicate findings to management as appropriate.
• Collaborate with operational teams to improve inventory accuracy and support inventory control initiatives.
• Adhere to all company safety policies, procedures, and regulations to promote a safe working environment.
• Participate in required safety meetings and training programs and recommend improvements to safety practices when appropriate.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) equivalent required.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, logistics, supply chain, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Work is performed in both indoor and outdoor environments and may involve exposure to varying temperatures, weather conditions, equipment noise, and dust.
• Frequently lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Occasionally lift or move materials weighing up to 80 pounds.
• May be required to perform physical activities including climbing, lifting, reaching, bending, kneeling, stooping, and prolonged standing or walking.

At BFS, we want you and your career to be greater than what you ever could have expected. Our supportive, people -first culture will build you up and empower you to do more, be more, and become better every day. Join us and see what’s possible when you can rise to new challenges, learn new skills, and add to your career tool belt every day.

In addition to the base wage listed, team members are also eligible to earn an additional incentive subject to changes in plan design and documents and in accordance with applicable law. Eligibility and the amount of the incentive varies based on the terms and conditions of the locations’ active incentive plan for the respective year.

At Builders FirstSource, we offer competitive, affordable benefits designed to make life better for you and the people you love. Our goal is simple — provide great plans that help you and your family to live happier, healthier and more secure lives. This role is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance plans, 401(k) retirement savings plan, PTO (including paid sick time), and 8 paid holidays per year (for salaried and hourly team members). Details about Builders FirstSource’s benefits offerings are available here www.bldrbenefits.com.

Builders FirstSource is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.

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