Lead Inventory Specialist

Midwest Health; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Bev-Hub in Manhattan, KS is seeking a Lead Inventory Specialist to oversee inventory accuracy, shipping and receiving, and warehouse organization at our manufacturing facility. This hands-on leadership role supervises two Shipping & Receiving Specialists and ensures materials are tracked, stored, and available for production.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in warehouse or manufacturing inventory, strong Excel and ERP skills, and a track record of safety and efficiency in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• 3+ years in warehouse, inventory control, or manufacturing.
• Leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience with inventory software/ERP and Excel.
• Forklift experience preferred; company authorization required.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to perform physical duties in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate inventory records for ingredients, cans, and packaging.
• Perform cycle counts and reconciliations.
• Oversee daily shipping and receiving with documentation.
• Supervise two Shipping & Receiving Specialists.
• Coordinate with Production and QA to stage materials.
• Maintain lot-tracking and inventory rotation.
• Ensure finished goods are recorded and prepared for shipment.
• Keep warehouse clean, safe, and organized.
• Enforce safety procedures and GMPs.
• Identify operational improvements and report to management.
• Assist forklift operations as needed.

Skills

Inventory control

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Forklift operation

Inventory software

Job description

Lead Inventory Specialist

Bev-Hub– Manhattan, KS

Job Description

Company Name: Bev-Hub

Position Type: Full Time, Hourly employee

Position Summary

The Lead Inventory Specialist is responsible for inventory accuracy, shipping and receiving operations, and warehouse organization at Bev-Hub's manufacturing facility. This hands‑on leadership position directly supervises two Shipping & Receiving Specialists while ensuring materials are properly tracked, stored, and available to support production.

Key Responsibilities / Essential Job Functions

• Maintain accurate inventory records for ingredients, cans, packaging materials, and finished goods.
• Perform cycle counts, inventory reconciliations, and investigate discrepancies.
• Oversee daily shipping and receiving, including shipment verification, documentation, and material movement.
• Directly supervise two Shipping & Receiving Specialists, including daily assignments, training, productivity, and accountability.
• Coordinate with Production and Quality Assurance to ensure materials are available and properly staged.
• Maintain accurate lot-tracking, product identification, and inventory rotation.
• Ensure finished goods are properly recorded, stored, and prepared for shipment.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized warehouse with properly labeled inventory locations.
• Enforce company safety procedures, GMPs, and proper material‑handling practices.
• Identify operational improvements and communicate inventory concerns to management.
• Assist with forklift operations, loading, unloading, and material handling as needed.

Minimum Qualifications/Education

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years of warehouse, inventory control, or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience with inventory software, ERP systems, and Microsoft Excel.
• Forklift experience preferred; company authorization required.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment and perform essential physical duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Performs other functions as required.

Performance Expectations

The Lead Inventory Specialist is accountable for maintaining accurate inventory, ensuring timely shipping and receiving, supporting production needs, and holding the warehouse team accountable for safety, accuracy, and productivity.

Additional duties may be assigned based on operational needs. All responsibilities must be performed in accordance with Bev-Hub policies and procedures.