Inventory Specialist

ECOLAB; Garland (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package including medical,–d…

401K matching

Company-paid pension

Stock purchase plan

Paid parental leave

Discounted childcare resources

Job summary

Ecolab is seeking an Inventory Specialist to join our Garland, TX facility. The role focuses on accurate material handling, inventory tracking, cycle counts, and SAP-based processes to ensure material integrity and operational efficiency.

You'll participate in physical inventories, manage off-spec material, and support continuous improvement initiatives within a safety-focused environment. Forklift experience is required, and sponsorship is not offered.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 3 years of Inventory Management or Supply Chain experience.
• SAP experience.
• Forklift experience.
• Immigration sponsorship not offered for this role.

Responsibilities

• Complete cycle counts and reconciliations.
• Run reports daily/weekly/monthly including production and cycle counting reports.
• Audit production sheets and inventory documents for accuracy.
• Manage off-spec and old material for write-off or disposal.
• Coordinate and lead physical inventories.
• Assist in sampling from Materials Control.
• Review label stock to ensure proper stock.
• Track pallets and order pallets as needed.
• Support daily labeling/counting/planning activities.
• Manage virtual inventories and shipments in SAP; audit receipts and SAP transactions; train personnel on inventory systems.
• Active role in WMS implementation and sustainment.
• Follow safety and plant procedures and policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Inventory control

Cycle counting

Education

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Tools

Forklift operation

SAP

Job description

Want to build a brighter, bolder future and cultivate your career? Join Ecolab's team and help create a world in which we all thrive.

Ecolab is seeking an Inventory Specialist to join our team in Garland, TX. As an Inventory Specialist, you'll be responsible for accurate material handling, inventory tracking, and cycle count functions. This is a hands‑on opportunity to grow your skills in a fast‑paced setting while contributing to a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

What You Will Do:

• Complete cycle counts and reconciliations
• Run various reports on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis including morning production reports, weekly cycle counting reports, and monthly variance reports
• Conduct audits on production sheets and other pertinent inventory documents to verify accuracy
• Manage off‑spec and old material to ensure proper work‑off or disposal of material, conduct scrapping of materials, and track the disposition purpose
• Coordinate and lead physical inventories
• Help with sampling efforts from the Materials Control side
• Count and review label stock to ensure proper stock
• Keep track of pallet counts and order pallets when needed
• Assist in daily activities including labeling, counting, planning, etc. as needed.
• Manage virtual inventories and shipments in SAP, audit production receipts and receiving amounts to verify accuracy in SAP, clear SAP error logs, and train personnel on SAP transactions including inventory and warehouse management systems.
• Active role in the WMS implementation and sustainment of the system
• Follow all safety and plant procedures and policies
• Other duties as assigned

Position Details:

• Plant location: Garland Warehouse, Texas (1600 South Jupiter Road Building No. 1B)
• Shift: 2nd shift Monday - Friday, 2:00pm-10:00pm
• Compensation: $24.75 per hour plus a $0.50 shift differential

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 3 years of Inventory Management or Supply Chain experience
• SAP experience
• Forklift experience
• Immigration sponsorship not offered for this role

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift/carry 50lbs
• Must be able to pass a drug screen and background check

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Excel experience
• 3 years of cycle counting experience

What's in it For You:

• Starting on Day 1: Access to our comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, matching 401K, company‑paid pension, stock purchase plan, paid parental leave, select discounted childcare resources, and more!
• The opportunity to take on some of the world's most meaningful challenges, helping customers achieve clean water, safe food, and healthy environments
• The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth
• The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best

About Ecolab:

At Ecolab, we prioritize our talent‑first philosophy by creating the most capable and diverse team to excel at our nearly three million customer sites. Building on a century of innovation, our 48,000 associates help deliver comprehensive science‑based solutions, data‑driven insights and world‑class service to advance food safety, maintain clean and safe environments, and optimize water and energy use, and improve operational efficiencies and sustainability for customers in the food, healthcare, life sciences, hospitality and industrial markets in more than 170 countries around the world. Our solutions not only enhance operational efficiency but also contribute to sustainability and public health, making a positive impact on the world. We are committed to eliminating unnecessary complexities and embracing a beginner's mindset, continuously seeking new perspectives and innovative solutions to stay ahead in a rapidly changing world.

Annual or Hourly Compensation Range

The pay range for this position is $44,400.00 - $66,600.00. Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation, such as experience, education, training, geography, etc. We comply with all minimum wage and overtime laws.

Benefits

Ecolab strives to provide comprehensive and market‑competitive benefits to meet the needs of our associates and their families.

Potential Customer Requirements Notice

To meet customer requirements and comply with local or state regulations, applicants for certain customer‑facing roles may need to:

• Undergo additional background screens and/or drug/alcohol testing for customer credentialing.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Ecolab will provide reasonable accommodation (such as a qualified sign language interpreter or other personal assistance) with our application process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require accommodation assistance in this application process, please visit the Recruiting Support link in the footer of each page of our career website.

Our Commitment to a Culture of Inclusion & Belonging

At Ecolab, we believe the best teams are inclusive. We are on a journey to create a workplace where every associate can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants and recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement based on individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran.

In addition, we are committed to furthering the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) through Aff

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.