Inventory Control Specialist: Optimize Parts Availability

Talentify; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) match

Paid vacation

Company holidays and personal holidays

Job summary

Tennant Company is seeking an Inventory Control Associate to monitor warehouse inventory, reconcile differences, and maintain accuracy of the material master. You will analyze transactions, resolve NIL issues, and ensure right parts are in the right location to meet customer demand and SOX compliance.

The role emphasizes continuous improvement, cycle counting, and timely reporting of KPIs. Strong Excel and SAP experience are preferred along with Lean manufacturing familiarity.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma OR GED required; some college preferred.
• 1 year distribution or manufacturing experience minimum.
• 1 year Inventory Control experience preferred.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing initiatives preferred.
• 1 year SAP experience preferred.
• Experience using Microsoft Excel.
• Equipment experience or willing to learn is required.

Responsibilities

• Replenishments
• Manage and complete cycle count process
• Reconcile inventory differences and root cause reason
• Maintains accuracy of items and material master
• Identify irregularities in daily operational processes that create inventory issues
• Assist with cycle counting and process audits
• Respond and resolve NIL issues in real time
• Research and resolve problem parts brought to the Penalty Box/Hospital Cart
• Provide timely and appropriate reporting of requested metrics and KPIs
• Other duties as determined by supervisor/management team
• Continuous improvement/5S

Skills

Organizational skills

Effective communication

Pro-active problem solving

Concentration under pressure

Client service orientation

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Some college preferred

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Tennant Company is seeking an Inventory Control Associate to monitor warehouse inventory, reconcile differences, and maintain accuracy of the material master. You will analyze transactions, resolve NIL issues, and ensure right parts are in the right location to meet customer demand and SOX compliance.

The role emphasizes continuous improvement, cycle counting, and timely reporting of KPIs. Strong Excel and SAP experience are preferred along with Lean manufacturing familiarity.