Inventory Control Specialist

Inventory Control Specialist

With more than $1B in revenue, Tennant Company is a globally recognized leader in the cleaning equipment industry. For the past 150 years, we have been passionate about developing and manufacturing innovative and sustainable solutions for our customers. At Tennant Company, we are committed to stewardship and creating a cleaner, safer and healthier world. With manufacturing, operations and sales, service, and support functions across the globe, your journey at Tennant can take you places you never expected.

Purpose/Scope: Inventory Control Associate monitors and maintains the integrity of warehouse inventory and storage locations through analysis, reporting, and item/material master audit/input. This would include NIL (Not In Location) resolution real time, corrective action to inventory variance, and reviewing historic transactions. The intended outcome is having the right parts in the right location at the right time to satisfy customer demand and financial (SOX) compliance.

General Responsibilities:

• Replenishments
• Manage and complete cycle count process
• Reconcile inventory differences and root cause reason.
• Maintains accuracy of items and material master.
• Identify irregularities in daily operational processes that create inventory issues.
• Assist with cycle counting and process audits.
• Respond and resolve NIL issues in real time.
• Research and resolve problem parts brought to the Penalty Box/Hospital Cart.
• Provide timely and appropriate reporting of requested metrics and KPIs.
• Other duties as determined by supervisor/management team.
• Continuous improvement/5S.

Required Experience & Education:

• High School Diploma OR GED required; some college preferred.
• 1 year distribution or manufacturing experience minimum
• 1 year Inventory Control experience preferred.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing initiatives preferred.
• 1 year SAP experience preferred.
• Experience using Microsoft Excel Equipment experience or willing to learn is required

Required Interpersonal & Behavioral Skills:

• Strong organizational skills.
• Effective communication skills with staff and peers.
• Pro-active approach to problem resolution.
• Ability to problem-solve.
• Ability to concentrate on tasks and work calmly and effectively in a high-pressure, deadline-oriented environment.
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships, both internally and externally, while maintaining a client service orientation.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift to 30 pounds
• Ability to stand for extended period of times
• Ability to work in a non-climate control environment

Total Compensation = Pay range + Benefits Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. Tennant Sales and Service Co. reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the experience/qualifications of the selected candidate as well as internal and external equity. The salary range reflects both entry into the role and future growth. Total Compensation = Base Salary + Benefits Benefits = A comprehensive benefits package including multiple medical plan options, 401(k) with a 100% match up to 6%, paid vacation time, up to 8 paid company holidays and 3 personal holidays per year, dental and vision coverage, wellness rewards, robust family support programs, company‑paid disability and life insurance, and a full Employee Assistance Program.

Defining Our Employee Value Proposition At Tennant Company, we… Discover fulfilling work with opportunities for growth and meaningful recognition. Drive the quality and innovation our customers rely on in our products and services. Connect with people who care about each other, our brands and our communities. These are the principles that define how our employees experience Tennant Company, make Tennant a great place to grow your career, and are at the core of our legacy and future. Together, they serve as guideposts for working with our customers, our partners and one another. Begin your journey with us. Let's reinvent how the world cleans.

Equal Opportunity Employer Tennant Company is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made on the basis of individual skill, ability, reliability, productivity, and other factors important to performance. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, or any other basis protected by state or federal law or local ordinance.