Inventory Coordinator

Socket.dev; Fort Lee (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

Performance-based bonus

Education reimbursement

Daily meal allowance

Team lunches and dinners

Fitness membership reimbursement

Team-building activities

Job summary

Socket.dev in Fort Lee, NJ, seeks an Inventory Coordinator to join our on-site team. You will manage daily inventory, processing, and logistics operations, with hands-on training provided for entry-level candidates.

The role may be labeled Inventory Associate for those with less experience. Responsibilities include processing inventory transactions, coordinating shipments, maintaining records, and resolving discrepancies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Business, Supply Chain, or related field.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; strong teamwork.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new systems and processes.
• Bilingual in English and Korean is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage core inventory workflows: setup, receipt processing, transfers, and center transactions.
• Monitor vessel/barge arrivals; record receipts; investigate discrepancies.
• Review damaged/nonconforming materials; document QC findings.
• Post inventory transactions and invoices; review processing results.
• Conduct monthly vendor reconciliations; provide reports to Supply Chain and Accounting.
• Review warehouse invoices; dispute inaccuracies or overcharges.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Adaptability to new systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Supply Chain

Tools

ERP systems

QuickBooks

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

AI/workflow-automation tools (Claude, n8n)

Job description

We are seeking anInventory Coordinator to join our on-site team to manage daily inventory, processing, and logistics operations. Responsibilities include processing inventory transactions, coordinating incoming and outgoing shipments, maintaining accurate records, and resolving inventory discrepancies. Hands-on training will be provided, making this an excellent opportunity for recent graduates and entry-level candidates seeking to develop a career in supply chain management.

This position may be classified as an Inventory Associate for candidates with less than one year of relevant experience or as an Inventory Coordinator for candidates with more substantial experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage core inventory workflows, including item setup, receipt processing, stock transfers, and processing-center transactions.


• Monitor vessel and barge arrivals, record inventory receipts across multiple sites, and investigate and resolve discrepancies.


• Review damaged or nonconforming materials and document quality-control findings to support the claims process.


• Review processing results, follow up with processing centers, and post related inventory transactions and invoices.


• Perform monthly vendor reconciliations and provide comprehensive reports to the Supply Chain and Accounting departments.


• Review third-party warehouse storage invoices and dispute inaccuracies or overcharges as needed.


• Compile inventory and shipment reports to support annual inventory tax filings.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.


• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and problem-solving abilities.


• Effective written and verbal communication and teamwork skills.


• Willingness to learn and adapt to new systems and processes.


• Bilingual proficiency in English and Korean.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Relevant coursework, internships, or up to two years of experience in supply chain, logistics, inventory, or related operations.


• Familiarity with ERP systems, QuickBooks, Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and AI or workflow-automation tools such such as Claude and n8n.


• Previous exposure to the steel or metals industry is a plus.

Work Hours: Full-Time (Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM)

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance


• Paid vacation, sick leave, and company holidays


• Performance-based bonus opportunities


• Employee recognition and years-of-service awards


• Education and professional development reimbursement


• Daily meal allowance


• Company-sponsored team lunches and dinners


• Fitness membership reimbursement


• Company-sponsored team-building and recreational activities


• Employee birthday gifts

USP is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - M/F/Disabled/Vets. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.