Lead Inventory Specialist

DistributionNOW; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & bonus

401(k) retirement savings

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

DNOW is seeking an experienced Inventory Specialist in the Midland area to manage purchasing of non-managed vendor materials and to plan inventory across assigned locations. The role includes forecasting with branch managers, moving material between branches, and generating inventory reports for distribution across the network.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in inventory or warehouse roles, strong Excel and ERP/MRP proficiency, and excellent organizational and communication abilities to support

Qualifications

• 5+ years of inventory or warehouse management experience.
• Experience in industrial, oil & gas, electrical, automation, or pump service industries preferred.
• Strong understanding of inventory control principles.
• Experience using ERP/MRP systems.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate inventory records for pumps, VFDs, automation components, motors, and spare parts.
• Perform routine cycle counts and coordinate annual physical inventory counts.
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies.
• Monitor inventory levels and establish minimum/maximum stocking levels.
• Identify obsolete, damaged, or slow-moving inventory and recommend disposition.
• Ensure all incoming materials are properly inspected, labeled, and entered into inventory.
• Maintain organized warehouse locations using barcode or bin location systems.
• Optimize warehouse layout for improved efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and housekeeping practices.
• Work with Procurement to forecast inventory requirements.
• Assist in maintaining proper stock levels based on service demand and historical usage.
• Coordinate returns, warranty items, and vendor discrepancies.
• Track serialized equipment including VFDs, motors, pumps, and automation equipment.

Skills

Inventory management

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Prioritization

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

At DNOW, we believe our associates are the best in the business. We value and reward hardworking, creative, and dedicated employees that desire to be part of a team committed to outstanding customer service.

The Inventory Specialist is responsible for the purchasing of non-managed vendor materials and the planning of all relevant materials for assigned area locations. Planning includes working with branch managers to forecast and adjust inventory settings, transferring material from one branch to another, creating inventory related reports and disseminating to branches, and other replenishment duties as necessary.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain accurate inventory records for all pumps, VFDs, automation components, motors, barrels, skids, controls, electrical equipment, spare parts, and consumables.
• Perform routine cycle counts and coordinate annual physical inventory counts.
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies.
• Monitor inventory levels and establish minimum/maximum stocking levels.
• Identify obsolete, damaged, or slow-moving inventory and recommend disposition.
• Ensure all incoming materials are properly inspected, labeled, and entered into inventory.
• Maintain organized warehouse locations using barcode or bin location systems.
• Optimize warehouse layout for improved efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and housekeeping practices.
• Work with Procurement to forecast inventory requirements.
• Assist in maintaining proper stock levels based on service demand and historical usage.
• Coordinate returns, warranty items, and vendor discrepancies.
• Coordinate material staging for field service projects.
• Verify materials issued to technicians are properly documented.
• Assist with emergency material requests and expedited shipments.
• Track serialized equipment including VFDs, motors, pumps, and automation equipment.
• Develop and improve inventory procedures and standard operating procedures.
• Monitor inventory turnover and carrying costs.
• Reduce inventory shrinkage through accountability and process improvements.
• Maintain accurate records of inventory adjustments and transfers.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• 5+ years of inventory or warehouse management experience.
• Experience in industrial, oil & gas, electrical, automation, or pump service industries preferred.
• Strong understanding of inventory control principles.
• Experience using ERP/MRP systems.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Forklift certification (preferred).
• Valid driver's license.

BENEFITS

• Competitive Salary + bonus
• 401(k)/ Retirement savings
• Comprehensive Benefits (medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage)
• Career growth
• Paid vacation/holidays

At DNOW we know that our greatest asset is our employees. With approximately 200 locations worldwide, DNOW is growing and so are the employment opportunities. We offer a multitude of disciplines and professions within the company and we invite you to view these opportunities.

DNOW is an industry leading provider of pipe, valves and valve automation, fittings, instrumentation, mill and industrial supplies, tools, safety supplies, electrical products, drilling and production equipment, artificial lift, pumps, fabricated equipment, and industrial paints and coatings to the upstream, midstream, and downstream and industrial markets. We also offer supply chain solutions such as procurement, inventory, warehouse management logistics, safety and turnaround support services, project management, and business process and performance metrics reporting.