Inventory Control Specialist needs 3+ years of experience in material planning, inventory control, or supply planning
Inventory Control Specialist requires:
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or related field
- Strong working knowledge of MRP systems and material replenishment processes
- Advanced proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, advanced formulas, data modeling)
- Hands-on experience with SAP (MM, PP, or related modules) or equivalent ERP system
- Proven experience managing stock levels, reorder points, safety stock, and lead times
- Solid understanding of inventory management principles and KPIs (Inventory Turns, DOH, Service Level, OTIF)
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Proven experience managing stock levels, reorder points, safety stock, and lead times
- Solid understanding of inventory management principles and KPIs (Inventory Turns, DOH, Service Level, OTIF)
- Advanced analytical skills including forecasting analysis and inventory optimization Knowledge of inventory optimization techniques
- Experience in high-volume, multi-site, or retail distribution environments
- Proven problem-solving capability using structured methodologies (5 Whys, Lean principles)
- Experience collaborating cross-functionally with Procurement, Operations, and Finance
- Power BI or advanced data visualization experience
- Experience automating reporting processes (VBA, Python)
- Continuous improvement mindset with demonstrated process enhancement initiative
Inventory Control Specialist duties:
- Material Planning
- Develop and maintain material requirement plans based on demand forecasts, production schedules, and project timelines
- Monitor material availability and ensure timely replenishment
- Manage safety stock levels and reorder points
- Analyze lead times and adjust planning parameters accordingly
- Coordinate with Procurement to align purchase orders with planning needs Inventory Management
- Monitor inventory levels to prevent overstock and stockouts
- Perform inventory analysis (slow-moving, obsolete, excess stock)
- Optimize inventory turnover and working capital
- Support physical inventory counts and reconciliation processes
- Maintain accurate master data in ERP system Supplier Coordination
- Track supplier performance (OTIF, lead time adherence)
- Collaborate with vendors to improve delivery reliability
- Manage supply risks and escalate critical shortages