The Inventory Coordinator plays a key role in supporting accurate, efficient inventory operations within a contract logistics environment. They are responsible for executing daily inventory tasks, performing investigations, and maintaining data integrity across warehouse systems. They work closely with warehouse operations, customer service, and site leadership to ensure inventory accuracy, resolve discrepancies, and support continuous improvement.
Compensation: $23 per hour
Schedule: Monday- Friday 8:30am-5pm, may vary
Responsibilities
Execute daily inventory control activities within a warehouse or 3PL environment.
Perform cycle counts, recounts, audits, and reconciliation tasks across assigned inventory areas.
Research inventory discrepancies using WMS tools, physical verification, and supporting documentation.
Process inventory adjustments following established procedures and escalation guidelines.
Maintain accurate records of inventory transactions, count results, and investigation findings.
Support inbound and outbound processes by verifying part numbers, quantities, and documentation accuracy.
Collaborate with warehouse associates, leads, and operations teams to address inventory‑related questions or issues.
Monitor product locations, slotting accuracy, and inventory integrity throughout the facility.
Assist with customer or internal inventory reporting needs by providing timely, accurate information.
Follow all safety, quality, and compliance requirements in daily inventory work.
Identify opportunities for process improvement and contribute to initiatives that enhance inventory accuracy.
Communicate inventory issues or risks promptly to inventory leadership or site management.
All other duties as assigned to meet evolving business needs.
Qualifications
Education: High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED)/equivalent preferred.
Certification/Licensure: None required; forklift or equipment certification may be preferred depending on site needs.
Experience working in a warehouse, logistics, or manufacturing environment.
Prior experience in inventory control, material handling, or related operational roles preferred.
Ability to read and interpret inventory documents, reports, and system data.
Strong attention to detail, problem‑solving skills, and accuracy in data entry.
Working proficiency with Warehouse Management Systems and/or logistics technology tools.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated discretion and confidentiality in handling and protecting sensitive information.
Technical: Proficient with common office technologies, including Windows PCs, Microsoft O365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and web conferencing (Teams, Zoom, Webex, etc.)
Environment: Comfort commuting to/from and working in a 100% on-site setting (listed in this posting), with travel for related meetings/events.
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Since 1990, Forward Air has been a leading provider of ground transportation and related logistics services to the North American air freight and expedited LTL market. We offer surface shipping on an accelerated “time-definite” basis, delivering cargo at a specific time, but under less time-sensitive situations – supplying you with a cost effective, reliable alternative to air transportation. We work with companies of all sizes to develop tangible advantages and build the best products to meet your specific needs. Forward Air presents to the wholesale transportation community (logistics companies, freight forwarders, integrated air cargo carriers, passenger/ cargo airlines, and non-traditional shippers), a single-source provider that can deliver more supply chain services and a superior menu of choices. Throughout the years we have added supplementary lines to our linehaul service, such as full truckload operations (Truckload Services), final-mile coverage (Complete® Cartage), and an Airline Logistics program, and we will continue to expand our services to meet the changing needs and growth of our customer base.
Forward Air is structured to optimize both savings and service to our customers. Direct partnerships with owner-operators and other surface transportation providers, enable us to remain cost-competitive. The Forward Air network is designed with over 90 facilities located at or near major U.S. and Canadian airports, 12 regional sort centers and over 300 beyond points (secondary airports provided through our Complete Cartage service), creating one of the most comprehensive linehaul networks in the industry.
The foundation product for Forward Air is our expedited linehaul service, offering consistent and reliable transit and on-time, damage-free deliveries. By locating terminals on or near airports and maintaining a scheduled transportation network, we are able to arrange for convenient and consistent service with broad geographic coverage. Shipments of varying sizes (TL/LTL) are received at our terminals and transported by contracted service providers either (1) on a direct truck to the destination terminal, (2) through our Columbus, Ohio central sorting hub, or (3) through one of our 12 regional hubs, where they are unloaded, sorted, and reloaded in rapid fashion. After reloading the shipments, our contracted service providers deliver them to the destination city for early morning recovery. Through our Forward Air Complete® cartage service, customers also can have shipments picked up from the shipper, delivered to the final consignee, or transferred at the airport, simplifying the freight management processes. These options allow us to maximize handling efficiency of each shipment while minimizing freight loss and damage, improving transit times over traditional ground transportation.