Distribution Center Inventory Specialist I

Inventory Control Specialist

The Inventory Control Specialist plays a crucial role in delivering our mission and achieving our goals. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining accurate and up-to-date detailed records of inventory using Prophet 21 software to ensure accurate inventory levels in the distribution center.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date detailed records of inventory using Prophet 21 software
• Conduct daily physical counts of product and reconcile with system records
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies between physical counts and system records
• Collaborate with purchasing, receiving team, and other branches to ensure accurate recording of incoming and outgoing merchandise
• Oversee commercial equipment and collaborate with TMs and customers to schedule deliveries
• Manage consignment on a monthly basis and communicate with Rheem on sales
• Process and monitor Grainger drop ship orders from initiation to delivery, ensuring product specifications, pricing, and delivery timelines are met.
• Maintain accurate records of all transactions, shipment tracking, delivery confirmations, and invoice reconciliation.
• Identify opportunities to streamline drop ship procedures, reduce lead times, and increase fulfillment accuracy.
• Utilizing transfers from branch to branch that are currently in route to ensure quicker processing times.
• Process Grainger orders from the point the EDI transmission is received.
• Packing and labeling packages to be processed for carrier pickup
• Coordinating with FedEx or RXO to schedule pick up times
• Assist in other areas of the Distribution Center including, but not limited to, transfers, shipping/receiving, deliveries, order pulling.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of prior experience in an inventory control position
• Proficiency in using Prophet 21 preferred or other ERP systems, including WWMS, and related inventory management processes
• Attention to detail and accuracy in recording and reconciling inventory data
• Knowledge of SKU management and BIN locations
• Intermediate Excel skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Detail oriented, time-management and ability to prioritize work
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and tasks as needed
• High level of integrity and commitment to maintaining accurate inventory records
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines

Job Info

• Job Identification 4027
• Job Category Operations
• Posting Date 05/21/2026, 08:04 PM
• Job Shift Day
• Travel No
• Worker Category Onsite
• Location: Houston, TX, United States

Rheem Manufacturing Company