Inventory Control Specialist

Inventory Control Specialist

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The year 1954 marked a significant milestone in thermal insulation history. Armstrong's R&D Project Number 54013, developed by three innovators, evolved into ArmaFlex, the world's first flexible, closed-cell elastomeric foam for equipment insulation. This product revolutionized the insulation industry. Today, more than 70 years later, ArmaFlex continues to be a pillar of Armacell's success.

The Inventory Control Specialist plays a key role in supporting Supply Chain operations at our Mebane manufacturing facility by ensuring the accuracy and integrity of plant inventory. This position is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory records, performing cycle counts, investigating and resolving inventory discrepancies, and ensuring inventory transactions are accurately reflected within SAP.

The Inventory Control Specialist works cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Purchasing, Production Planning, Engineering, Quality, and Warehouse teams to identify and resolve material issues while supporting the efficient flow of materials throughout the facility.

What Armacell can offer you

• Healthcare benefits including medical & prescription drug coverage, dental, vision, and mental health & wellbeing.
• Financial programs such as 401(k), life insurance, short & long-term disability coverage, and opportunities for performance-based salary incentive programs
• Generous paid time off including 12 holidays
• Training and educational resources in our learning management system
• Giving & volunteer opportunities, and discounts on retail products, services & experiences

Job Responsibilities

• Maintain inventory accuracy and integrity by performing regular physical cycle counts and reconciling inventory against system records
• Process and maintain accurate inventory transactions and stock transfers within SAP, including Materials Management (MM), Production Planning (PP), and applicable warehouse management systems.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies, transaction errors, and material variances to identify root causes and implement appropriate corrective actions.
• Verify material consumption and monitor inventory activity, including yield, scrap, and other transactions impacting inventory accuracy.
• Review and resolve SAP error logs, including COGI transactions, to support accurate inventory reporting and month-end close activities.
• Generate and maintain inventory documentation, stock logs, tracking reports, and other inventory performance reporting as required.
• Monitor inventory levels and material availability to help prevent production disruptions while minimizing excess inventory, waste, and material obsolescence.
• Partner with Purchasing, Production Planning, Engineering, Quality, Warehouse, and other cross-functional teams to resolve material shortages, inventory discrepancies, and delivery issues.
• Support the creation and maintenance of material and inventory-related master data within applicable systems.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement related to inventory accuracy, material flow, transaction processes, and overall Supply Chain effectiveness.
• Support additional Supply Chain and inventory control activities as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications and Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree in Supply Chain, Business, Logistics, or a related field preferred.
• 35 years of experience in inventory control, materials management, supply chain, or a related function within a manufacturing or plant environment preferred.
• Hands-on experience working within an ERP system required; SAP experience strongly preferred.
• Experience with SAP MM and/or PP modules and S/4HANA preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to investigate discrepancies and identify root causes.
• Ability to effectively prioritize multiple responsibilities and work independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Posting Dates August 25, 2026 - September 9, 2026

The expected compensation range for this role is $65,000.00 -$73,000.00.