Inventory Control Specialist - DSCSA

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Inventory Control Specialist - DSCSA

Location: West Sacramento, CA, USA - 3775 Seaport Blvd

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm - shift subject to change based on needs of the business. OT mandatory if required. Flexibility required.

Posting deadline is June 5, 2026

Position Overview:

This position offers a comprehensive role in inventory management with a special focus on DSCSA (Drug Supply Chain Security Act) compliance and EPCIS (Electronic Product Code Information Services) traceability.

Core Responsibilities

Inventory Control & Accuracy

• Conducting regular inventory counts (routine, cycle, and physical inventories)
• Investigating and resolving inventory discrepancies (shortages, overages, misplaced items)
• Generating and analyzing inventory reports to identify trends and improvement opportunities
• Executing inventory adjustments and transfers in the management system
• Monitoring inventory freshness and integrity, including identifying damaged/expired products
• Assisting with the implementation of new inventory control processes and technologies
• Training and mentoring junior inventory personnel
• Ensuring compliance with safety regulations and company policies
• Participating in continuous improvement initiatives

DSCSA Compliance & EPCIS Traceability

This specialized area focuses on pharmaceutical supply chain compliance:

• Managing inbound and outbound DSCSA requirements for product traceability compliance
• Troubleshooting and resolving issues with missing or incomplete EPCIS data
• Serving as the escalation point for complex DSCSA compliance issues
• Communicating updates, risks, and resolution plans to leadership
• Collaborating with IT and external vendors to resolve data discrepancies
• Coordinating cross-functional responses between departments (Operations, IT, Inventory, ARCOS, Recall, Clinical Trial, Transportation, & Customer Support)

Operational Support & Customer Response

• Coordinating Freight Collect shipments with proper documentation
• Managing Shipped Status Items (tracking, troubleshooting, system updates)
• Maintaining and executing a call list for escalations and customer follow-ups
• Triaging customer issues related to inventory or shipment status

Minimum Qualifications

• Typically requires 3+ year(s) of related experience.

Additional Skills and Qualifications:

• 3 years of experience in a warehouse or distribution center environment with some inventory experience or exposure is preferred. Internal employees must have 6 months of experience with McKesson to qualify
• Demonstrated English communication with the ability to communicate effectively with team members (at all levels), customers and vendors - whether in person, in meetings, on the telephone, or through email correspondence.
• Proficiency at an intermediate level with Microsoft Office Suite programs: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Teams, along with strong data entry abilities
• Familiarity with Warehouse Management Systems; "SAP" and "Acumax" experience is not required, but would be a great asset
• Must have accurate mathematical abilities (add, subtract, multiply, etc.)
• Must be able to safely and effectively operate battery powered MHE Equipment (Forklift, Reach Truck, Cherry Picker, Manual Pallet Jack, tugger). Experience is preferred; however, location is willing to train those with no experience. Must be able to maintain certifications.
• Must have a positive attitude, be quality driven, organized, punctual, committed, self-motivated and have an excellent attendance record
• Must have the ability to problem solve, time manage, pay close attention to detail, and multi-task in a fast paced, changing environment with competing priorities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

Physical Demands (some or all may apply to this position. If you have concerns about any of the following, please discuss in your interview):

• Must be comfortable working at heights
• Ability to walk up to 10 miles throughout the course of a shift (steps vary per shift)
• Ability to lift 50 pounds repetitively throughout the course of a shift without assistance; ability to lift greater weights in a team lift (weight varies based on product)
• Ability to work in refrigerated/cold areas
• May sit, stand, stoop, bend and walk intermittently during the day.
• May sit or stand seven (7) to ten (10) hours per day.
• May be necessary to work extended hours as needed.
• Finger dexterity to operate office equipment required.
• Visual acuity to see and read fine prints. Specific vision abilities required by this role include close vision, color vision and the ability to adjust focus.
• Must be able to hear normal voice sounds.

Career Level - IC - Operations Support - O3

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Our Base Pay Range for this position

$21.42 - $35.70

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