Senior Inventory Control Coordinator

BIO-TECHNE Corp; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Pet insurance

Legal shield

Job summary

Bio-Techne Corp is seeking a Senior Inventory Control Coordinator in Minneapolis to lead inventory accuracy and control processes. You will drive reconciliation efforts, cycle counts, audits, and improvements across ERP and warehouse systems, partnering with cross-functional teams to ensure data integrity and operational excellence.

The role emphasizes resolving discrepancies, maintaining FIFO/FEFO where applicable, and mentoring staff while supporting continuous improvement and cost

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of experience in inventory control or related field.
• Experience with ERP systems, cycle counting, inventory audits, and inventory reconciliation.
• Lean, Continuous Improvement, or APICS/ASCM certification preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of inventory control principles and data integrity.

Responsibilities

• Lead inventory accuracy initiatives and support achievement of inventory performance targets.
• Oversee cycle count programs, inventory audits, and annual physical inventory processes.
• Analyze inventory trends, adjustments, and count results to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of ERP transactions including receipts, transfers, adjustments, scrap, and inventory movements.
• Monitor and maintain inventory data integrity across ERP and warehouse systems.
• Develop, maintain, and improve inventory control procedures, work instructions, and best practices.
• Lead investigations related to shortages, overages, location errors, and transaction discrepancies.
• Generate and communicate inventory KPI reports including inventory accuracy, cycle count performance, and adjustment trends.

Skills

Inventory control

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Leadership

Training

Education

Associate degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or related field

APICS/ASCM certification

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

By joining Bio-Techne, you’ll join a company with a powerful and positive purpose of enabling cutting-edge research in Life Sciences and Clinical Diagnostics. Bio-Techne, and all of its brands, provides tools for researchers to further treat and prevent disease worldwide.

Pay Range:
$24.40 - $33.55

Position Summary:
The Senior Inventory Control Coordinator serves as the subject matter expert for inventory accuracy, inventory control processes, and ERP inventory management. This role leads inventory reconciliation efforts, cycle count programs, audit activities, and process improvement initiatives while partnering cross-functionally with Warehouse, Production, Quality, Planning, Procurement, and Customer Service teams.
The position is responsible for driving inventory accuracy, maintaining data integrity, identifying root causes of inventory variances, and implementing corrective actions that support operational excellence and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead inventory accuracy initiatives and support achievement of inventory performance targets.
• Serve as the primary resource for complex inventory discrepancies, transaction errors, and reconciliation activities.
• Oversee cycle count programs, inventory audits, and annual physical inventory processes.
• Analyze inventory trends, adjustments, and count results to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of ERP transactions including receipts, transfers, adjustments, scrap, and inventory movements.
• Monitor and maintain inventory data integrity across ERP and warehouse systems.
• Partner with warehouse and production teams to optimize material flow, inventory visibility, and storage utilization.
• Develop, maintain, and improve inventory control procedures, work instructions, and best practices.
• Lead investigations related to shortages, overages, location errors, and transaction discrepancies.
• Generate and communicate inventory KPI reports including inventory accuracy, cycle count performance, and adjustment trends.
• Train and mentor team members on inventory control procedures and transaction accuracy standards.
• Support continuous improvement projects focused on productivity, cost reduction, and inventory optimization.
• Maintain inventory traceability and compliance with FIFO/FEFO requirements where applicable.
• Coordinate inventory support activities for new product introductions, facility changes, and operational projects.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, quality standards, and safety requirements.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:
High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or related field preferred.
5 – 8 years of experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, supply chain, or related environment.
Experience with ERP systems, cycle counting, inventory audits, and inventory reconciliation required.
Lean, Continuous Improvement, or APICS/ASCM certification preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Advanced knowledge of inventory control principles, warehouse operations, and material management practices.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with experience performing root cause analysis.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience utilizing ERP systems.
Ability to influence cross-functional teams, manage multiple priorities, and drive process improvements.
Strong leadership, training, organizational, and communication skills.

Working Conditions

Standard schedule hours with occasional variation depending on production needs.
Onsite work required during standard business hours.

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift and handle materials weighing 5–50 lbs.
Ability to stand, walk, and perform repetitive laboratory tasks for extended periods.

Why Join Bio-Techne

We offer competitive insurance benefits starting on day one: medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, long-term disability, pet, and legal and ID shield.
We invest in our employees’ financial futures through 401k plans, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), Health Saving Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and Dependent Care FSA.
We empower our employees develop their careers through mentorship, promotional opportunities, training and development, tuition reimbursement, internship programs, and more.
We offer employee resource groups, volunteer paid time off, employee events, and charity drives to build a culture of caring and belonging.
We offer an accrued leave policy with paid holidays, paid time off, and paid parental leave.
We foster a culture of empowerment and innovation, where employees feel valued and encouraged to bring their new ideas to the table.

Employer Information

Bio-Techne is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

To protect the interests of all, Bio-Techne will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than a candidate application. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Bio-Techne will be considered Bio-Techne property.

This position requires work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States (e.g., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa or any other non-immigrant work status). If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, participate in an interview, or take part in any other stage of the recruitment process, please contact [e-mail] for assistance.