Inventory Specialist

Homewise Appliance; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Homewise Appliance is seeking an Inventory Specialist to ensure accuracy and integrity of our inventory operations. You will support the Lead and Supervisors by managing communication, investigating discrepancies, and preparing daily reports in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

Responsibilities include door checks against drivers' manifests, accurate picking, outbound staging validation, and auditing processes.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2–4 years of inventory control experience in a warehouse or distribution setting.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Experience with NetSuite or other ERP/WMS systems preferred.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform door checks to validate inventory against drivers' manifests.
• Ensure accurate picking and support inbound accuracy.
• Validate all outbound staging lanes for defect-free and damage-free items.
• Research and resolve inventory discrepancies (e.g., overages, shortages, damages).
• Coordinate with Inventory Control for resolution of inventory issues.
• Conduct audits (e.g., customer pick-up audits) and assist with load out labeling and tagging.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Inventory control

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Excel

NetSuite

Job description

The Inventory Specialist plays a vital role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our inventory operations. This position supports the Lead and Supervisors by managing communication, investigating inventory discrepancies, preparing daily reports, and maintaining the quality and accuracy of outbound items. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, dependable, and thrives in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

Position Description

Inventory Accuracy & Operations

• Perform door checks to validate inventory against drivers' manifests.
• Ensure accurate picking and support inbound accuracy.
• Validate all outbound staging lanes for defect-free and damage-free items.
• Research and resolve inventory discrepancies (e.g., overages, shortages, damages).
• Coordinate with Inventory Control for resolution of inventory issues.
• Conduct audits (e.g., customer pick-up audits) and assist with load out labeling and tagging.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2–4 years of inventory control experience in a warehouse or distribution setting.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Experience with NetSuite or other ERP/WMS systems preferred.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.