Onsite Inventory Manager — DoD Audit-Ready Ops (Barstow)

Kalman-; Barstow (CA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Kalman and Company in Barstow, CA is seeking an experienced Inventory Manager to support government logistics, audits, and DLA WMS operations onsite.

You will lead physical inventories, resolve discrepancies, and ensure government stock accountability while coordinating with security and operations. This role requires at least three years in inventory with DLA WMS and strong analytical, planning, and communication skills.

Qualifications

• At least three years of inventory experience using DLA WMS within the past five years.
• Knowledge of Government inventory accountability and discrepancy research.
• Experience directing personnel in a warehouse or distribution setting.
• Ability to analyze inventory data, develop schedules, and implement corrective actions.
• Strong organizational and verbal written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct personnel performing inventories, cycle counts, and location surveys.
• Oversee discrepancy resolution and item-data maintenance.
• Protect government stock and transaction records.
• Monitor performance against acceptance levels and implement recoveries.
• Plan use of staff, equipment, and facilities based on workload.
• Set priorities and redirect resources for daily fluctuations.
• Develop workload estimates, staffing plans, and management reports.
• Use DLA WMS to execute, monitor, and document inventory requirements.
• Support audit counts and corrective actions.

Skills

DLA WMS

Inventory accountability

Team leadership

Inventory data analysis

Communication skills

Job description

Kalman and Company in Barstow, CA is seeking an experienced Inventory Manager to support government logistics, audits, and DLA WMS operations onsite.

You will lead physical inventories, resolve discrepancies, and ensure government stock accountability while coordinating with security and operations. This role requires at least three years in inventory with DLA WMS and strong analytical, planning, and communication skills.