Inventory Specialist

National Wire LLC; Conroe (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

National Wire LLC is seeking an Inventory Specialist to manage inbound and outbound materials, maintain accurate records, and support ERP-based transactions. The role emphasizes strict inventory control, problem resolution for discrepancies, and collaboration with production and logistics teams.

The position requires high attention to detail, ability to work independently, and experience in a manufacturing warehouse environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• CPIM or CIME certification preferred.
• 3 years inventory, warehouse, material handling, or logistics experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Track all materials coming into and going out of the facility.
• Receive, inspect, and record incoming raw materials.
• Issue materials to employees, departments, and plants based on production weekly schedule.
• Maintain accurate inventory counts and records / audits monthly schedule.
• Monitor raw material levels and identify shortages or discrepancies, coordinate with production planner and propose refills to leadership.
• Lead monthly company full inventory counts and reconcile differences, present results to leadership.
• Re design, organize and maintain inventory in designated storage areas.
• Enter and update material transactions in the ERP system and train plants and employees on scanning; coordinate with IT for disruptions.
• Coordinate materials for shipment or internal distribution with shipping team.
• Follow company procedures for inventory control, safety, and documentation.
• Build and follow daily systematic procedures for inbound raw material, plant fulfillment and end-of-day balances and outbound controls.

Skills

Attention to detail

Inventory tracking

Data entry

Inventory systems

Organization

Inventory counts

Communication

Prioritization

Documentation reading

Warehouse safety

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

CPIM/CIME certification preferred

Job description

Position Summary:

The Inventory Specialist is responsible for accurately tracking and controlling all materials moving into, within, and out of the facility. This position manages the receiving, recording, storage, issuance, transfer, and shipment of materials while maintaining accurate inventory records. The Inventory Specialist ensures materials are properly documented, organized, and available when needed, while identifying and resolving inventory discrepancies.

Key Responsibilities:

• - Track all materials coming into and going out of the facility.
• - Receive, inspect, and record incoming raw materials.
• - Issue materials to employees, departments, and plants based on production weekly schedule.
• - Maintain accurate inventory counts and records / audits monthly schedule.
• - Monitor raw material levels and identify shortages or discrepancies, coordinate with production planner and propose to leadership team refills.
• - Lead monthly company full inventory counts and reconcile differences, present results to the leadership team.
• - Re design, Organize and maintain inventory in designated storage areas.
• - Enter and update material transactions in the ERP system. Train plants and employees about scanning and clear with IT any disruptions
• - Coordinate materials for shipment or internal distribution with shipping team.
• - Follow company procedures for inventory control, safety, and documentation.
• - Build and follow daily systematic procedure for inbound raw material, plants fulfillment and end of the day balances, and outbounds controls check to guarantee inventory is clearly identified in the system and in yard / plants / trucks.

Qualifications

Education Requirements

• - High school diploma or GED required.
• - 3 years Previous inventory, warehouse, material handling, or logistics experience in a manufacturing environment, preferred.
• - Certified in Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM) or Certified Inventory Management Expert (CIME) preferred.

Skills Requirements

• - Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• - Ability to accurately track material coming in and going out.
• - Basic computer and data-entry skills.
• - Ability to use inventory management or warehouse tracking systems.
• - Strong organizational and record-keeping skills.
• - Ability to perform inventory counts and identify discrepancies.
• - Good communication and teamwork skills.
• - Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• - Ability to read and understand material documentation, labels, and shipping/receiving paperwork.
• - Ability to safely handle and organize materials in a warehouse or storage environment.
• - Ability to work independently and follow established procedures.

Essential Physical Requirements:

• - Regularly lift, carry, pull and push 50 lbs. unassisted.
• - Regularly squat, stoop, bend at waist, turn at waist to complete function above.
• - Occasional climbing.
• - Able to wear required PPE such as but not limited to: steel toe boots, gloves, safety glasses and hard-hat.