Logistics Inventory Control Specialist

KARL STORZ SE & Co. KG; Auburn (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

3 weeks vacation accrual

Parental leave up to 8 weeks

401(k) company match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

KARL STORZ North America is seeking an Inventory Control Specialist to support accuracy, audits, and operational excellence across Auburn facilities. You will drive cycle counts, investigations, and SAP-driven processes to ensure product availability for internal and external customers in a regulated medical device environment.

The role requires a strong background in distribution/logistics, deep SAP experience, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to improve inventory governance and

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required.
• 5+ years of experience in distribution, logistics, supply chain, manufacturing, or production environments.
• 5+ years of experience supporting quality assurance, process control, continuous improvement, or inventory management functions.
• Advanced SAP experience with ability to analyze, troubleshoot, and manage complex inventory transactions.
• Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, Outlook, and Visio.
• Experience working with purchasing, accounting, customer service, and auditing processes.
• Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of FDA, QSR, ISO, or other regulated quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead cycle count programs, inventory audits, and reconciliation activities across warehouse and third-party logistics locations.
• Investigate and resolve complex inventory discrepancies, SAP issues, serial number corrections, and product traceability concerns.
• Develop, maintain, and analyze inventory and operational reports that support business decisions and inventory accuracy.
• Partner with Operations, Customer Support, Sales, Marketing, Purchasing, and other stakeholders to resolve inventory-related issues and support customer needs.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on inventory accuracy, service levels, operational efficiency, and loss prevention.
• Serve as a key resource for SAP testing, system enhancements, audit preparation, and inventory governance activities.

Skills

Inventory management

SAP expert

Excel

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional

Education

Associate degree

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

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Logistics Inventory Control Specialist

Job Function: Supply Chain & Procurement

Location: Auburn, MA, US, 01501

Work Flexibility: Onsite (Office/ Production)

From the operating room to surgery centers and everywhere in between, KARL STORZ North America is a global leader in medical technology and advanced visualization solutions. We design specialty innovations, smart instruments and devices, integrated ecosystems, and intelligent imaging to build a more connected, software-enabled operating room.

As an independent, family-owned MedTech company, we ambitiously think in generations instead of quarters to improve patients' lives around the world.

About the Role

The Inventory Control Specialist plays a critical role in supporting inventory accuracy, audit readiness, and operational excellence across KARL STORZ logistics operations. This position serves as the primary resource for inventory control activities, cycle counting programs, inventory investigations, and SAP-driven inventory management processes across the Auburn facility and third-party logistics partners. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you will analyze complex inventory issues, lead corrective actions, support continuous improvement initiatives, and help ensure product availability for both internal and external customers in a highly regulated medical device environment.

What You'll Do

• Lead cycle count programs, inventory audits, and reconciliation activities across warehouse and third-party logistics locations.
• Investigate and resolve complex inventory discrepancies, SAP issues, serial number corrections, and product traceability concerns.
• Develop, maintain, and analyze inventory and operational reports that support business decisions and inventory accuracy.
• Partner with Operations, Customer Support, Sales, Marketing, Purchasing, and other stakeholders to resolve inventory-related issues and support customer needs.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on inventory accuracy, service levels, operational efficiency, and loss prevention.
• Serve as a key resource for SAP testing, system enhancements, audit preparation, and inventory governance activities.

What You Bring

• Associate's degree required.
• 5+ years of experience in distribution, logistics, supply chain, manufacturing, or production environments.
• 5+ years of experience supporting quality assurance, process control, continuous improvement, or inventory management functions.
• Advanced SAP experience with the ability to analyze, troubleshoot, and manage complex inventory transactions.
• Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, Outlook, and Visio.
• Experience working with purchasing, accounting, customer service, and auditing processes.
• Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of FDA, QSR, ISO, or other regulated quality systems.

Nice to Have

• Professional certifications such as APICS/ASCM, Lean Six Sigma, or Internal Auditor certifications.
• Experience with medical device products and regulated inventory environments.
• Experience operating powered material handling equipment.
• Additional continuous improvement or supply chain certifications.

What Will Make You Successful

• A strong understanding of inventory governance, audit readiness, and inventory control best practices.
• The ability to analyze complex data, identify root causes, and implement effective corrective actions.
• Strong collaboration skills with the ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders.
• A continuous improvement mindset focused on efficiency, accuracy, and customer service.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to present inventory insights and recommendations to leadership.
• Adaptability and attention to detail in a fast-paced operational environment.

Why KARL STORZ?

Join KARL STORZ and be part of a team creating medical innovations that truly make a difference. Beyond technology, you'll be part of a culture that values talent as its greatest asset, empowering you to contribute to a mission that improves patient care worldwide.

MA Applicants: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

• Medical / Dental / Vision including a state-of-the-art wellness program and access to pet insurance, too!
• 3 weeks vacation accrual for full time roles,* paid holidays plus paid sick time too
• Up to 8 weeks of 100% paid company parental leave; includes maternal/ paternal leave, adoption, and fostering of a child.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan providing a match of 66.67% (4%) of the employee’s first 6% contribution (up to IRS limits)
• Section 125 Flexible Spending Accounts
• HSA Savings Accounts with company contribution
• Life, STD & LTD Insurance
• We prepay your tuition up to $5,250 per year! - Tuition pre- reimbursement
• Fitness reimbursement of up to $200 annually
• And much more!
  * Field sales, internships, and roles that are regularly scheduled to work less than 30 hours per week are not eligible for vacation, except where required by law.
  Non-employees, including temporary workers and consultants, are not eligible to participate in the KARL STORZ benefits program.
  KARL STORZ reserves the right to change or modify the employee’s job description whether orally or in writing, at any time during the employment relationship. Additionally, KARL STORZ, through its supervisors, may require an employee to perform duties outside their normal description within the sole discretion of the supervisor. Employees must comply will all applicable KARL STORZ policies and procedures.

KARL STORZ is committed to maintaining a safe work environment for our employees and customers. Most field-based roles at KARL STORZ require hospital credentialing/health screens as acondition of employment. Credentialing can include required vaccinations, health screens & other requirements as outlined by our customers. During the interview process, we encourage you to askhow credentialing/health screens may impact the role you are seeking and if you require any reasonable accommodations regarding these requirements.