Inventory Specialist

STI; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

STI is seeking an Inventory Specialist in Atlanta, on-site for a 6+ month assignment. You will maintain the inventory of the OIM, oversee stock levels, and coordinate with Purchasing and Logistics to optimize procurement and transportation.

The role requires strong organizational, multitasking, and communication skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects, perform regular inventory counts, and ensure accurate data entry and reporting.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in an inventory role.
• Able to use a computer and other office technology.
• Familiar with data entry systems.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Able to stand and bend for long periods of time in a warehouse environment.
• Great written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with budget management.
• Attention to detail to identify defective products.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Applications.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the inventory of the OIM.
• Oversee inventory and order additional products and supplies when needed.
• Evaluate the selection and shipping process and work to improve efficiency.
• Keep up-to-date with industry trends and update inventory as needed.
• Manage multiple projects at one time in an efficient and timely manner.
• Negotiate contracts with vendors and educate warehouse staff on inventory processes.
• Develop and implement SOPs for inventory management and continuous improvement.
• Participate in regular inventory counts and coordinate physical inventory audits as needed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Written communication

Verbal communication

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Vendor negotiation

Contract negotiation

Tools

Microsoft Office

Data entry systems

Job description

• Specialists maintain the inventory of the OIM. Inventory Specialists have the additional following responsibilities:
• Good organizational skills are necessary for Inventory Specialists to take charge of organizing inventory and improving the efficiency of the selection and shipping process.
• Oversee inventory and order additional products and supplies when needed.
• Evaluate the selection and shipping process and work to improve efficiency.
• Keep up-to-date with industry trends and update inventory as needed.
• The ability to manage multiple projects at one time in an efficient and timely manner.
• Good written and verbal communication skills are crucial for negotiating contracts, interviewing new vendors, educating warehouse employees and developing new inventory processes.
• Problem-solving skills to come up with ways to improve overall efficiency and overcome inventory problems.
• Maintain and update inventory records and system to ensure accurate and timely inventory tracking.
• Work with cross-functional teams to forecast inventory needs and identify potential stock issues.
• Monitor inventory levels and identify potential stockouts or overstock situations.
• Manage inventory aging and coordinate proper rotation or disposal of obsolete inventory.
• Participate in regular inventory counts and coordinate physical inventory audits as needed.
• Collaborate with purchasing and logistics teams to optimize procurement and transportation processes.
• Develop and implement SOPs for inventory management and continuously improve inventory operations.
• Review and analyze inventory data to identify trends and potential areas for improvement.

Job Title: Inventory Specialist

Location: Atlanta, GA/On-Site

Duration: 6+ Months

Summary Of Duties

• Specialists maintain the inventory of the OIM. Inventory Specialists have the additional following responsibilities:
• Good organizational skills are necessary for Inventory Specialists to take charge of organizing inventory and improving the efficiency of the selection and shipping process.
• Oversee inventory and order additional products and supplies when needed.
• Evaluate the selection and shipping process and work to improve efficiency.
• Keep up-to-date with industry trends and update inventory as needed.
• The ability to manage multiple projects at one time in an efficient and timely manner.
• Good written and verbal communication skills are crucial for negotiating contracts, interviewing new vendors, educating warehouse employees and developing new inventory processes.
• Problem-solving skills to come up with ways to improve overall efficiency and overcome inventory problems.
• Maintain and update inventory records and system to ensure accurate and timely inventory tracking.
• Work with cross-functional teams to forecast inventory needs and identify potential stock issues.
• Monitor inventory levels and identify potential stockouts or overstock situations.
• Manage inventory aging and coordinate proper rotation or disposal of obsolete inventory.
• Participate in regular inventory counts and coordinate physical inventory audits as needed.
• Collaborate with purchasing and logistics teams to optimize procurement and transportation processes.
• Develop and implement SOPs for inventory management and continuously improve inventory operations.
• Review and analyze inventory data to identify trends and potential areas for improvement.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in an inventory role
• Able to use a computer and other office technology
• Familiar with data entry systems
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Able to stand and bend for long periods of time in a warehouse environment
• Great written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with budget management
• Attention to detail to identify defective products
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Applications