Inventory Specialist

Jimmy's Gourmet Bakery; Clifton (NJ); Presencial; USD 33.000 - 37.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Bonuses

401(k) match

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Descripción de la vacante

Jimmy's Gourmet Bakery is seeking an organized Inventory Specialist to manage inventory accuracy across our 3PL network and internal systems. You will reconcile records, investigate discrepancies, and coordinate with external warehouse partners to ensure data consistency.

The ideal candidate has 2–4 years in inventory control or logistics, strong analytical skills, and experience with 3PLs and ERP/WMS systems. Food/CPG industry familiarity is a plus, with opportunities for professional growth.

Formación

• 2–4 years in inventory control, warehouse operations, or logistics.
• Experience with 3PLs or external warehouse partners.
• Experience reconciling inventory across multiple systems or data sources.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, sorting, filtering, lookups, and pivot tables.
• Experience with ERP or warehouse management systems (WMS).
• Food/beverage/CPG manufacturing familiarity is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Reconcile inventory transactions from 3PL partners, including receipts, shipments, transfers, damages, and adjustments.
• Compare inventory records across internal systems and 3PL warehouse systems to resolve discrepancies.
• Investigate inventory shortages, overages, damages, receiving errors, and shipping discrepancies.
• Analyze variances, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions.
• Coordinate inventory adjustments and manage claims with 3PL partners when losses occur.
• Maintain reconciliation records and supporting documentation.
• Monitor inventory balances and investigate unusual activity or variances.
• Coordinate new product setup and inventory requirements with 3PL facilities.
• Communicate with internal departments and external warehouse partners to ensure timely processing.
• Support cycle counts and physical inventory reconciliation.

Conocimientos

Excel

3PL experience

ERP/WMS

Analytical skills

Inventory reconciliation

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Herramientas

SAP

Oracle

NetSuite

Microsoft Dynamics

Descripción del empleo

Description

We are looking for an organized and detail-oriented Inventory Specialist to manage inventory accuracy across our third-party logistics (3PL) network. This role is responsible for reconciling inventory records, investigating discrepancies, coordinating claims and adjustments, and working closely with external warehouse partners to ensure inventory is accurate across all systems.

Job Type

Full-time

Description

We are looking for an organized and detail-oriented Inventory Specialist to manage inventory accuracy across our third-party logistics (3PL) network. This role is responsible for reconciling inventory records, investigating discrepancies, coordinating claims and adjustments, and working closely with external warehouse partners to ensure inventory is accurate across all systems.

The ideal candidate has experience in inventory control, supply chain, or logistics, strong analytical skills, and the ability to investigate issues and follow them through to resolution.

Requirements

• Review and reconcile inventory transactions from third-party warehouse partners, including receipts, shipments, transfers, damages, and adjustments.
• Compare inventory records across internal systems and 3PL warehouse systems to identify and resolve discrepancies.
• Investigate inventory shortages, overages, damages, receiving errors, and shipping discrepancies.
• Analyze inventory variances, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions.
• Coordinate inventory adjustments and manage claims with 3PL partners when losses or damages occur.
• Maintain accurate reconciliation records and supporting documentation.
• Monitor inventory balances and investigate unusual activity or unexplained variances.
• Coordinate new product setup and inventory requirements with 3PL facilities.
• Communicate with internal departments and external warehouse partners to ensure timely and accurate inventory processing.
• Support cycle counts and physical inventory reconciliation as needed.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, supply chain, logistics, or a related field.
• Experience working with third-party logistics providers (3PLs) or external warehouse partners.
• Experience reconciling inventory across multiple systems or data sources.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, sorting, filtering, lookups, and pivot tables.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and independently follow through on investigations.
• Experience with ERP or warehouse management systems (WMS), such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or Microsoft Dynamics, is preferred.
• Experience with inventory claims, cycle counts, and physical inventory processes is preferred.
• Experience in food, beverage, consumer packaged goods (CPG), or manufacturing is a plus.
• Familiarity with lot-controlled, date-sensitive, or shelf-life inventory is a plus.

Our Commitment to You

At Jimmy's Gourmet Bakery, we believe our team's success starts with feeling valued and supported. That's why we offer:

• Competitive pay and performance bonuses
• 401(k) with company match
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance and EAP support
• Generous PTO and career growth opportunities

Join a team that values your contributions and well-being.

Salary Description

$24-$26.92