Inventory Specialist ll

Socket.dev; Artesia (NM); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

SPL in Artesia, NM seeks an experienced Inventory Specialist II to support measurement operations. You will manage inventory from request to receipt and distribution, monitor stock, analyze discrepancies, and coordinate with vendors and internal teams to keep materials moving efficiently.

The role emphasizes organization, accuracy, and ownership in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include cycle counts, audits, and data validation across systems, plus supporting audits and month-end

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years in inventory control, warehousing, logistics, or related function.
• Strong knowledge of inventory control, material handling, shipping/receiving, and order management.
• Experience researching discrepancies and taking corrective actions.
• Proficiency with MS Office and ERP/CRM/order-management systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage inventory activities from request through receipt and distribution.
• Perform cycle counts, audits, and reconciliations; research variances.
• Monitor stock levels and coordinate with vendors and internal teams.
• Process quotes, tickets, orders and related transactions.
• Support internal stakeholders and external customers with inventory needs.
• Coordinate shipping, receiving and distribution activities; use material-handling equipment.

Skills

Inventory control

Warehousing

Order management

Customer service

MS Office

Education

High school diploma

Tools

ERP systems

CRM systems

Inventory management software

Job description

Description

At SPL, the work you do matters. Our teams provide trusted energy and environmental testing and measurement solutions that protect communities, support critical infrastructure, and power safe, reliable operations across the oil & gas industry. With a nationwide footprint and opportunities for growth across multiple locations and disciplines, SPL is a place where you can build a career while making a real-world impact.

We're seeking an experienced Inventory Specialist II to support our measurement operations team in Artesia, NM.

In this hands-on role, you'll manage inventory activities from request through receipt and distribution, monitor stock levels, resolve discrepancies, coordinate with vendors and internal teams, support audits and reconciliations, and help keep materials moving efficiently across the operation. If you're organized, detail-driven, and comfortable taking ownership in a fast-paced environment, this is an opportunity to make an immediate impact.

What You'll Do

• Manage assigned inventory activities from request or replenishment through receipt, storage, staging, transfer, distribution, or delivery
• Perform cycle counts, physical inventories, audits, and reconciliations, and research variances to support accurate inventory records
• Monitor inventory levels, usage, shortages, and replenishment needs and take appropriate action to support material availability
• Prepare, review, and process quotes, tickets, orders, and related inventory or material transactions
• Support internal stakeholders and external customers with inventory, material, order, and fulfillment needs
• Coordinate shipping, receiving, transfer, staging, and distribution activities, including use of applicable material-handling equipment
• Coordinate with vendors regarding product availability, substitutions, lead times, delivery requirements, and order status
• Place approved orders, monitor open orders through receipt or delivery, and follow up, expedite, adjust, or escalation as needed
• Maintain and validate inventory, product, vendor, customer, and order data within applicable business systems
• Identify recurring inventory discrepancies, shortages, order issues, or process gaps and recommend appropriate corrective actions
• Support inventory reporting, audit preparation, and month-end activities, and provide task guidance to less experienced employees as assigned
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 2+ years of progressively responsible experience in inventory control, warehousing, logistics, order management, client services, or a related operational function
• Strong working knowledge of inventory control, material handling, shipping and receiving, order management, inventory reconciliation, and related warehouse or distribution practices
• Demonstrated experience researching inventory discrepancies, resolving routine inventory or order issues, and determining appropriate corrective or escalation actions
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and applicable inventory management, ERP, CRM, or order-management systems

Work Schedule & Environment

• Full-time, onsite position
• Work may involve varying temperatures, dust, noise, outdoor conditions, and non-climate-controlled work areas

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Employer-paid life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• Generous paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

At SPL, we believe a diverse team is a strong team. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities or for sincerely held religious beliefs, in accordance with applicable laws. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process, please let us know.

Visa Sponsorship

At this time, SPL is not able to offer visa sponsorship for this position. We appreciate your interest and encourage you to explore other opportunities with us in the future.