Inventory Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

At Kelly®, we’re passionate about helping you find a job that works for you. How about this one? We’re seeking an experienced Inventory Specialist to join a premier client’s warehouse and distribution operations. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with strong inventory management, shipping and receiving, and SAP experience.

Position Details

• Pay: $24.00 per hour

• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM

• Shift: 1st Shift

• Employment Type: Full-Time. DIRECT HIRE

What's a Typical Day as an Inventory Specialist?

Inventory Management & SAP

• Maintain accurate perpetual inventory records using SAP.

• Process inventory movements, transfers, adjustments, shipments, and receipts.

• Monitor inventory volume trends and report discrepancies or unusual activity.

• Verify warehouse documentation for accuracy and completeness.

• Prepare inventory and operational reports for management.

• Assist with training and supporting other inventory team members.

Shipping & Receiving

• Coordinate daily domestic and international shipping and receiving activities.

• Process inbound and outbound shipments, ensuring accurate documentation.

• Organize outbound inventory into scheduled truckloads.

• Prepare shipping documents, receiving paperwork, and inventory identification tags.

• Reconcile incoming shipments against purchase orders and receiving records.

• Update SAP inventory records for shipments, receipts, transfers, and reversals.

• Communicate shipment changes, cancellations, and scheduling updates to warehouse leadership.

• Monitor trailers, import containers, and scheduled pickups.

Documentation & Operations Support

• Maintain organized shipping, receiving, and inventory records.

• Support import documentation, permit files, and customs-related procedures.

• Coordinate receiving schedules and communicate with warehouse supervisors.

• Assist with scale room operations and verify transportation paperwork.

• Ensure compliance with company safety, quality, and inventory control procedures.

This Job Might Be an Outstanding Fit If You Have:

• 5+ years of experience in warehouse inventory control, logistics, shipping and receiving, or a related field; equivalent education and experience will also be considered.

• Experience using SAP for inventory transactions, shipping, receiving, and inventory adjustments.

• Knowledge of domestic and international shipping and receiving procedures.

• Experience maintaining perpetual inventory records and reconciling discrepancies.

• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and email.

• Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail.

• Ability to multitask, prioritize responsibilities, and work independently.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• High school diploma or GED required.

• Previous experience with import documentation, customs procedures, or warehouse management systems is a plus.

What Happens Next?

Once you apply, a recruiter will review your qualifications and reach out if your experience aligns with the position. If selected, we'll guide you through the next steps in the hiring process.

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