Inventory Materials Specialist

Kelly Digital Infrastructure; Texas; On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelly Digital Services seeks an Inventory Materials Specialist to support warehouse operations, including material handling, inventory tracking, and shipments for a telecom client. You will prepare equipment orders for installation projects, coordinate with carriers, and resolve discrepancies in SAP.

Responsibilities include cycle counts, receiving, order fulfillment, packing, and handling RMAs. The role requires forklift operation and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, with a 1+ year

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1+ year warehouse experience with data entry in a warehouse management system.
• Experience with receiving, order fulfillment, inventory management, and returns processing.
• Able to operate a forklift and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily cycle counts and reconcile physical inventory with SAP balances.
• Load/unload materials; verify shipments against bills of lading and packing lists.
• Inspect equipment; confirm manufacturer info, part numbers, quantities, and serial numbers.
• Pick materials for requisitions and complete SAP transactions.
• Verify, pack, and prepare orders for shipment; handle shipping docs.
• Process parcel shipments via UPS WorldShip; coordinate LTL shipments.
• Coordinate delivery schedules; track shipments; resolve issues.
• Receive RMAs and route materials using SAP; update stock status.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies and data issues with teams.
• Participate in rotating 24/7 on-call for after-hours requests.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory management

Cycle counts

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

On-call coordination

Data entry

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP WM

SAP

UPS WorldShip

Job description

Kelly Digital Services is seeking an Inventory Materials Specialist to support warehouse operations for a telecommunications client. This role combines hands‑on material handling with inventory tracking, shipping coordination, and accurate transactions in a warehouse management system.

You will prepare equipment orders for engineering installation projects, coordinate deliveries with freight carriers and installers, and resolve shipment and inventory discrepancies.

Responsibilities

Perform daily cycle counts and reconcile physical inventory with SAP inventory balances.

Load and unload materials, verifying incoming shipments against bills of lading and packing lists.

Inspect equipment and confirm manufacturer information, part numbers, quantities, and serial numbers.

Pick materials for daily requisitions and complete SAP transactions to maintain accurate inventory records.

Verify, pack, and prepare orders for shipment, including shipping documentation.

Process parcel shipments through UPS WorldShip and coordinate less‑than‑truckload (LTL) freight shipments.

Coordinate delivery schedules, track shipments, and resolve transportation issues.

Receive and process return material authorizations (RMAs), equipment removed from service, and field returns.

Use the Equipment Return Tool and SAP to route returned materials into stock, spares, excess inventory, or recycling.

Investigate inventory discrepancies, system issues, and data inconsistencies with warehouse teams and other departments.

Participate in a rotating on‑call schedule for after‑hours shipment requests.

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or GED.

At least one year of warehouse experience, including directly entering transactions in a warehouse management system.

Experience with receiving, order fulfillment, inventory management, and returns processing.

Ability to operate a forklift, load and unload materials, and lift up to 50 pounds.

Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.

Ability to accurately identify and track materials by manufacturer, part number, and serial number.

Strong attention to detail, problem‑solving skills, and written and verbal communication.

Ability to work independently, collaborate with a team, and prioritize inventory work queues.

Flexibility to participate in rotating 24/7 on‑call and call‑out coverage.

Ability to learn new systems and processes quickly.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience using SAP or SAP Warehouse Management (SAP WM).

Experience in a high‑volume distribution center.

Familiarity with telecommunications materials and equipment.

Experience with UPS WorldShip, LTL freight, and shipping documentation.