Inventory Specialist (Degree req; $55-65K)

#twiceasnice Recruiting; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Job summary

A recruiting firm is seeking an Inventory Analyst for a manufacturing client in Houston. The ideal candidate must have a college degree and experience in inventory control and data reporting. In this role, you will analyze inventory, conduct audits, and collaborate with various departments to ensure efficient operations. The position offers a salary range of $55,000 - $65,000 and full benefits, with a clear career pathway to senior roles in supply chain and operations analytics.

Qualifications

• 2- or 4-year college degree required.
• Experience in inventory control, supply chain, or operations with a focus on data reporting required.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate inventory levels across all products and materials.
• Conduct cycle counts and full audits; reconcile system vs. physical inventory.
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies.
• Create and manage part numbers, product records, and BOMs in ERP.

Skills

Inventory control

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

2- or 4-year college degree

Tools

ERP Systems

Job description

Salary: $55,000 - $65,000 + Full Benefits

Job Type: Full-Time

Typical Hours: Mon-Fri, 40 hrs./wk. (Flexible)

Start Date: ASAP

Sponsorship is not available

Inventory Analyst (Supply Chain) Description

Our client, an industrial components manufacturer, is seeking a detail-oriented Inventory Analyst to support inventory accuracy and supply chain efficiency. In this role, you will analyze inventory data, forecast needs, and optimize inventory flow across a high-volume warehouse. The Houston warehouse maintains $10–20M in inventory across 6,000 SKUs, making accurate tracking, analysis, and reporting critical. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys data-driven decision-making, forecasting, and optimizing inventory flow in a high-volume environment. You’ll work cross-functionally with Purchasing, Warehouse, and Sales to ensure products are available when needed while maintaining system integrity and operational efficiency. This role offers a clear pathway to advance into senior inventory, supply chain, or operations analytics positions within the organization.

Inventory Analyst (Supply Chain) Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate inventory levels across all products and materials
• Conduct cycle counts and full audits; reconcile system vs. physical inventory
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies
• Create and manage part numbers, product records, and BOMs in ERP
• Process inventory transactions
• Create and expedite purchase orders with vendors
• Support inventory replenishment and material planning
• Generate and track in-house and third-party manufacturing orders
• Collaborate with Sales, Purchasing, and Warehouse teams to ensure smooth operations
• Ensure adherence to inventory procedures and safety standards
• Identify and support process improvements across supply chain operations

Inventory Analyst (Supply Chain) Qualifications

• 2- or 4-year college degree required
• Experience in inventory control, supply chain, or operations with a focus on data reporting required
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills required
• Must be able to work onsite in Houston, TX