Inventory Specialist

FedEx Group; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Holiday pay and PTO

Medical, dental, vision

Life Insurance

Disability coverage

Parental leave

Jury duty

Job summary

FedEx Supply Chain is seeking an Inventory Specialist to maintain accurate inventory records and support daily warehouse operations in Indianapolis, IN. The role collaborates with Receiving, Shipping, and production teams to ensure inventory integrity and efficient material flow.

The position requires 1–2 years in inventory control or related fields, with preferred experience in WMS/ERP systems and basic Excel skills. Forklift experience is a plus, and safety guidelines must be followed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field preferred.
• 1–2 years of inventory control, warehouse, or logistics experience preferred.
• Forklift operation experience preferred.
• Experience using WMS, ERP, or inventory software.
• Basic Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to solve problems and investigate discrepancies.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate inventory records in the Warehouse Management System (WMS) or ERP system.
• Investigate and resolve overages, shortages, and cycle-count discrepancies.
• Report inventory levels and issues to management and create reports.
• Support inventory counting activities and adjustments.
• Timely completion of inventory investigations.
• Operate material handling equipment as needed for audits and cycle counts.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in Supply Chain or related

Tools

WMS

ERP

Excel

Job description

Shift

Monday - Friday - 1st Shift (Day)

General Summary

The Inventory Specialist is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory records, conducting inventory audits, investigating discrepancies, and supporting daily warehouse operations. This position works closely with warehouse, shipping, receiving, and production teams to ensure inventory accuracy and efficient material flow.

Primary Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate inventory records in the Warehouse Management System (WMS) or ERP system.
• Investigate and resolve overages, concealed overages, shortages, and cycle-count adjustment discrepancies at both the WMS and location levels
• Report inventory levels and issues to management, identify discrepancy with inventory, and create reports that show available inventory or issues with inventory counts
• Support inventory counting activities and adjustments and track all inventory issues with resolution in a timely manner
• Timely completion of inventory investigations
• Operate material handling equipment as needed for audit and cycle count needs
• Apply and release system locks on product and physical locations, including prioritized locks, to quarantine product pending investigation -- a core WMS-driven inventory-integrity control
• Verify inventory transactions including receipts, transfers, adjustments, and shipments
• Ensure proper product identification and labeling
• Work with Receiving and Shipping teams to ensure inventory accuracy
• Maintain organized storage locations and inventory integrity
• Generate inventory reports and analyze inventory trends
• Follow company safety policies and warehouse procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Associate degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field preferred
• 1--2 years of inventory control, warehouse, or logistics experience preferred
• Forklift operation experience preferred
• Experience using WMS, ERP, or inventory software
• Basic Microsoft Excel skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to solve problems and investigate discrepancies
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Preferred Qualifications & Experience:

Skills & Abilities:

• Experience with cycle counting and inventory reconciliation
• Knowledge of barcode scanning systems
• Understanding of warehouse best practices
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

Requirements, Perks, and Benefits (US-Non-Exempt) Physical/Cognitive Requirements (with or without accommodation)

• Ability to follow policies and
• Ability to read, write and interpret
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and
• Ability to use hands to finger, handle, or
• Ability to sit/walk/stand for duration of shift
• Must possess visual acuity to perform essential job
• Ability to conduct physical tasks with a full range of motion throughout the warehouse
• Ability to lift/carry items up to 50 pounds

Equal Opportunity Employer

FedEx Supply Chain, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer including, Vets/Disability.

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  • Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
  • Employee Polygraph Protection

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FedEx Supply Chain is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in its application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. To request a reasonable accommodation, please

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Perks and Benefits at FedEx Supply Chain (FSC):

• Competitive Pay: FedEx Supply Chain offers competitive hourly rates depending on your location and
• 401(k) plan with company match after 1 year
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Holiday pay and accrued paid time off programs offering both Vacation and PTO
• Medical, dental, vision and voluntary benefits available on day one
• Basic life Insurance
• Basic AD&D coverage
• Supplemental Life and Supplemental AD&D
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage for full time employees following 180 days of
• Paid parental leave for both moms and dads
• Paid bereavement and jury duty

Note: Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to, market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, education/training, and a candidate's work experience.

Job Disclaimer (US)

Please note that this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. The Company reserves the right to modify duties or assign additional responsibilities as necessary to meet business needs.