Inventory Specialist

Hitachi Energy; Virginia; On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy is looking for a dedicated individual to join their team in Virginia. The role focuses on inventory management, where you will perform regular physical counts, log shipments, and ensure quality assurance for all materials.

Ideal candidates should have a High School Diploma or GED, proficiency in Excel, and the ability to lift items weighing up to 50 lbs. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED. An Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Business is a plus.
• Basic to intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel (understanding pivot tables and formulas) and familiarity with SAP.
• Ability to stand for long periods, walk, and regularly lift/move items weighing up to 50 lbs. A forklift certification is a highly desired bonus.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly physical inventory counts to verify system accuracy.
• Log incoming shipments, outgoing finished goods, and internal material transfers.
• Investigate stock variances and report any damages, shortages, or overages to management.
• Safely transport materials to the production line and organize the warehouse for optimal workflow.
• Inspect stock for defects or expiration dates, ensuring all inventory is stored according to safety guidelines.

Skills

Attention to detail

Basic math skills

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Business

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SAP

Job description

Core Responsibilities

• Cycle Counting: Perform daily, weekly, and monthly physical inventory counts to verify system accuracy.
• Data Entry: Log incoming shipments, outgoing finished goods, and internal material transfers.
• Discrepancy Resolution: Investigate stock variances, locate misplaced items, and report any damages, shortages, or overages to management.
• Material Handling: Safely transport materials to the production line and organize the warehouse for optimal workflow.
• Quality Assurance: Inspect stock for defects or expiration dates and ensure all inventory is stored according to safety guidelines.

Key Qualifications

• Education: Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED. An Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Business is a plus.
• Technical Skills: Basic to intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel (understanding pivot tables and formulas) and familiarity with SAP.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to stand for long periods, walk, and regularly lift/move items weighing up to 50 lbs. A forklift certification is a highly desired bonus.
• Soft Skills: Exceptional attention to detail, strong basic math skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with production and logistics teams.