Inventory Controller

Foxconn Industrial Internet; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Foxconn Industrial Internet is seeking an Inventory Control specialist to oversee stock levels and ensure accurate data across ERP/WMS systems. The role emphasizes maintaining real-time records, coordinating with procurement, warehousing, and sales to prevent shortages and reduce shrinkage. You will conduct cycle counts, resolve variances, and support restocking initiatives as needed. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• Education: high school diploma or equivalent; associate’s or bachelor’s preferred for managerial roles.
• 1–3+ years of warehouse, manufacturing, or logistics experience.
• Industry certifications such as CSCP or CPIM through ASCM can provide a competitive edge.

Responsibilities

• Track real-time stock across ERP/WMS systems.
• Conduct cycle counts to audit stock accuracy.
• Investigate variances between recorded stock and physical counts.
• Monitor reorder points and assist restocking to meet demand.
• Process returns and quarantine obsolete or damaged items.
• Generate inventory reports on turnover, shrinkage, and warehouse efficiency.

Skills

Inventory tracking

ERP/WMS proficiency

Excel proficiency

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Cross-department communication

Education

High school diploma

Associate or bachelor's in supply chain/business

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Blue Yonder

Job description

Oversees a company’s stock levels, tracking incoming and outgoing goods to maximize supply chain efficiency, prevent product shortages, and minimize shrinkage. They are the critical link between procurement, warehousing, and sales departments.

Core Responsibilities

• Inventory Tracking: Maintain accurate, real-time stock records across Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) or Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
• Cycle Counting: Design and execute routine physical counts of warehouse inventory to audit stock accuracy.
• Dispute Resolution: Investigate variances and reconcile discrepancies between recorded stock and actual physical counts.
• Procurement & Restocking: Monitor reorder points and assist in expediting materials or creating restock requests to meet demand.
• Quality Assurance: Process returns, identify defective or damaged goods, and quarantine obsolete or expired items.
• Reporting: Generate inventory reports on stock turnover rates, shrinkage, and warehouse efficiency to inform upper management.

Key Qualifications & Skills

• System Proficiency: Strong command of inventory tracking software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Blue Yonder) and Microsoft Excel.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze data, identify discrepancies, and forecast inventory needs based on lead times and demand patterns.
• Organization & Detail: Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accurate data entry and physical organization of warehouse space.
• Communication: Excellent cross-departmental communication to collaborate smoothly with production, procurement, and customer service teams.

Education & Experience

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent is required; an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in supply chain management or business is often preferred for managerial roles.
• Experience: Typically requires 1 to 3+ years of warehouse, manufacturing, or logistics experience. Industry certifications such as CSCP or CPIM through ASCM can provide a competitive edge.