Inventory Coordinator

Leidos; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 46,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid leave

Retirement plan

Income protection

Job summary

Leidos is seeking an Inventory Coordinator to join our diverse team and support manufacturing and defense systems projects. The role involves cycle counts, issuing material to jobs, and maintaining inventory spreadsheets with stringent accuracy and attention to detail.

The position requires 3+ years in a manufacturing/warehouse environment, proficiency in Excel/Outlook, and the ability to obtain a Secret clearance. Weekend and first-shift training are required as part of onboarding.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in manufacturing or warehouse settings.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills required.
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
• Willingness to train on first shift and work weekend shift; ability to obtain/maintain Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Report inventory issues to Inventory Manager.
• Oversee receiving and ensure accurate data entry in ERP/system.
• Manage fixed assets inventory, perform cycle counts and physical inventories.
• Maintain FIFO inventory practices and appropriate stocking levels.
• Coordinate shipments with management and warehouse staff.
• Organize and label inventory across multiple locations.
• Update physical inventory records in the system.

Skills

Inventory management

Communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Inventory management software

Job description

Description

Leidos is seeking talented Inventory Coordinator to join a diverse team to create unique solutions for complex problems. With offices across the United States engaging in defense, space, cyber and commercial fields.

The Inventory Coordinator will be responsible completing inventory cycle counts, issuing material to jobs, and maintaining inventory spreadsheets. The ideal candidate will have inventory management experience and exceptional attention to detail. Applicant must be able to work on different projects in an ever changing, rapid paced manufacturing environment with little or no assistance.

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Primary Responsibilities

• Report all inventory-related issues to the Inventory Manager.
• Oversee receiving functions, ensuring timely and accurate data entry into the operating system.
• Manage inventory control for fixed assets, conduct cycle counts, and perform physical inventories in accordance with company policies.
• Maintain inventory turnover by utilizing FIFO (First In, First Out) practices.
• Ensure appropriate stocking levels are met consistently.
• Collaborate closely with management to coordinate shipments.
• Organize and label inventory systematically in partnership with warehouse staff.
• Oversee on-site inventory management across multiple locations.
• Engage effectively in collaborative discussions.
• Update and maintain physical inventory records in the computer system.

Basic Qualifications

• Willingness to be flexible and to work overtime as necessary.
• Applicants should have a minimum of three (3) years of experience in a manufacturing or warehouse setting.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential.
• Candidates must have a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
• Must be available to train for the first few months on 1st shift from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
• Must be able to work the weekend shift from 6:00 a.m to 6:00 p.m.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance is required.
• Must be capable of lifting to 35 lbs., standing for extended periods, and operating standard material transfer equipment.
• Basic computer skills, including proficiency in Excel, Outlook, and Inventory management software are required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a secret clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Inventory Management ExperienceLean Six Sigma training

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Original Posting:

September 28, 2026

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

Pay Range $45,500.00 - $82,250.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers.

• competitive compensation
• Health and Wellness programs
• Income Protection
• Paid Leave and Retirement

More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.