Inventory Optimization Specialist II

ThermoFisher Scientific; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Thermo Fisher Scientific is hiring an Inventory Controls Specialist II to optimize inventory across facilities and customer sites. You’ll use PFEP-driven methods to manage stock, perform cycle counts, and provide detailed analytics.

Join a team focused on improving inventory accuracy, implementing process improvements, and delivering excellent customer service in a GMP/GLP environment. Growth opportunities exist within a global science company.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent; college degree preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities; reconciling reports and discrepancies.
• Experience with inventory management systems and ERP software (SAP, Servigistics).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; customer service orientation.

Responsibilities

• Perform inventory sizing tasks using PFEP to procure and stock components and supplies.
• Lead and guide product handlers in day-to-day activities.
• Optimize inventory levels using PFEP; coordinate REO sizing with vendors and customers.
• Develop Minimum/Maximum REO quantities with customer feedback.
• Ensure material flow through the facility based on PFEP; guide card handling and new product introductions.
• Collaborate with Demand Planners and MFG Planners to adjust PFEP for material flow.
• Maintain PFEP records and manage change processes.
• Ensure inventory accuracy and lead root-cause analyses of cycle counts.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Independent working

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College degree preferred

Inventory Management / Supply Chain / Operations

Tools

SAP

Servigistics

Excel (Advanced)

Job description

Thermo Fisher Scientific is hiring an Inventory Controls Specialist II to optimize inventory across facilities and customer sites. You’ll use PFEP-driven methods to manage stock, perform cycle counts, and provide detailed analytics.

Join a team focused on improving inventory accuracy, implementing process improvements, and delivering excellent customer service in a GMP/GLP environment. Growth opportunities exist within a global science company.