Warehouse and Inventory Specialist

Kelly Services; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelly Services in Santa Ana, CA is seeking an Inventory Management Specialist to support field sales and our central distribution center with order fulfillment, inventory control, and GMP-compliant processes.

The role requires 2–4 years in inventory or warehouse management, experience with SAP or warehouse systems, and strong communication. On-site hours include Monday–Friday with potential weekend shifts and flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

• Minimum required: High School diploma or equivalent; Bachelor's degree a plus.
• 2–4 years of relevant work experience in inventory/warehouse roles.
• Experience with distribution, manufacturing, logistics, or supply chain is preferred.
• Proactive communication, initiative and strong problem-solving abilities.
• MS Office proficiency; knowledge of SAP or similar WMS is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Manage order fulfillment for exception-based orders from field sales teams.
• Resolve backorders with Distribution Center in partnership with field sales.
• Oversee warehouse inventory in coordination with central DC.
• Perform inbound product verification and put-away, including SAP transfers.
• Train staff on SOPs and safety procedures; ensure GMP/GxP adherence.
• Conduct cycle counts and inventory reconciliations.
• Assist with inventory inspections and audits; maintain documentation.

Skills

Inventory management

Warehouse management

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree (a plus)

Tools

SAP

Warehouse Management Systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Inventory Management Specialist

Kelly Services is recruiting an Inventory Management Specialist. The role will be in SANTA ANA, CA.

Our customer, DePuy Synthes, part of the Johnson & Johnson Medical Devices Companies, provides one of the most comprehensive Orthopedics portfolios in the world. DePuy Synthes solutions, in specialties including joint reconstruction, trauma, craniomaxillofacial, spinal surgery and sports medicine, are crafted to advance patient care while delivering clinical and economic value to health care systems worldwide.

Commercial Operations and Strategic Enablement is the conduit between the business and the sales organization, enabling sales growth objectives through ensuring appropriate resources are available and balanced throughout the US market. The Sales Network Optimization team minimizes cost to serve while prioritizing customer service levels - allowing the fulfillment of current demand and enable new business.

For more information about the inventory , visit **www.depuysynthes.com. **

For more information about the technology, visit www.movemedical.com.

Salary/Pay Rate/Compensation: $28/hour

Shift: Availability to work Monday-Friday onsite and flexibility to work weekends. Ability to accommodate changes in the schedule including working in other shifts per operational needs is required (late or early start, and on-call on a rotating basis)

Location: Onsite: Santa Ana, CA 92705

Benefits: Med/Den/Vis, 401(K), PTO, and Paid Holidays

(Some travel may be required, must have own reliable transportation and valid driver’s license)

Key Responsibilities

• Manage order fulfillment of exception-based orders coming from the field sales teams including close connection with Courier Service, receiving parties and internal clients
• Proactively solve backorders from our central Distribution Center in partnership with the field sales team to determine which ones need to be fulfilled by the Field Sales Location
• Manage warehouse inventory via close coordination with our central DC
• Perform in bound product verification and put away process for inventory products including, but not limited to the following: scanning inventory, completing inventory transfers in SAP, etc.
• Train and follow standard operation and quality procedures and work instructions
• Performing cycle count and inventory reconciliation activities
• Assists in regular inventory inspections and performs safety and quality audits
• Adherence to training requirements, and health and safety regulations
• Wear protective clothing and equipment as required
• Implement schedule / policies / and group guidelines
• Lead projects as required
• Flexible to other tasks as priorities shift
• Responsible for GDP (Good documentation practices)

Qualifications

Education

• Minimum High School and/or equivalent degree
• Bachelor's Degree (a plus, but not required)

Experience and Skills

Required

• 2-4 years of relevant work experience
• Inventory / Warehouse Management Software experience
• Experience preferred within any of the following areas: distribution, manufacturing, logistics, supply chain, customer service
• Demonstrated initiative, creativity, assertiveness, and proactive communication
• MS Office Suite proficiency preferred, including (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) Knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems
• Strong Communication skills
• Strong computer skills and ability to utilize specialized software and customized programs to meet business needs
• Flexibility to work a staggered work schedule covering Monday thru Sunday shifts
• Willingness to accommodate changes in the schedule including working in other shifts as per operational needs is required (late or early start)
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) or Good Practices (GxP)

Additional Information

Kelly Services is an Affrmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Kelly may use AI-powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice (https://www.kellyservices.com/hubfs/myKelly/Resources/Employment_Policies/Recruitment-Artificial-Intelligence-Notice.pdf?hsLang=en) .

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