Inventory Control Specialist - 2nd Shift

Inventory Control SpecialistAs part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you'll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world's toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.The Inventory Control Specialist is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory records, ensuring material availability, supporting inventory transactions, and driving continuous improvement throughout inventory management processes. This role serves as the primary subject matter expert for inventory activities while working closely with Manufacturing, Production Planning, Quality and Finance to ensure inventory accuracy and operational efficiency.The ideal candidate possesses SAP inventory management experience, a deep understanding of manufacturing processes, excellent problem-solving skills, a willingness to teach and willingness to learn.Key ResponsibilitiesInventory ManagementMaintain accurate inventory records across manufacturing warehouses, production locations, and storage areas.Monitor inventory levels and identify potential shortages, excess inventory, and obsolete materials.Conduct cycle counts on a regular basis and actively supports physical inventory activities.Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies, variances, and transaction errors.Analyze inventory movements and recommend corrective and preventative actions to improve accuracy.Support inventory reconciliation activities between physical inventory and ERP system records.SAP Inventory ControlExecute and monitor SAP inventory transactions, including:Goods Receipts (GR)Goods Issues (GI)Transfer PostingsStock TransfersInventory AdjustmentsCycle Count ProcessingPhysical Inventory DocumentationEnsure SAP master data accuracy related to:Material MastersStorage LocationsInventory ParametersUnits of MeasureBatch Number ControlsTroubleshoot inventory-related SAP transaction issues and collaborate with IT or SAP support teams, as needed.Work in developing and maintaining SAP reports, queries, and inventory performance metrics.Inventory Analysis & ReportingGenerate and distribute inventory status reports and KPI dashboards.Monitor key metrics including:Inventory AccuracyCycle Count ComplianceStock AvailabilityExcess & Obsolete InventoryIdentify trends and implement actions to improve inventory performance.Support month-end and year-end inventory closing activities.Cross-Functional CollaborationPartner with Production Planning to ensure material availability.Work with Procurement and Suppliers to resolve receipt and inventory discrepancies.Collaborate with Warehouse Operations to improve inventory control processes throughout Manufacturing.Support Finance during inventory audits and reconciliation activities.Participate in continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives.Compliance & Process ImprovementEnsure adherence to company inventory policies and procedures.Support internal and external audits.Maintain documentation related to inventory control activities.Identify opportunities to improve inventory processes using SAP functionality and best practices.Required Qualifications2+ years of experience in manufacturing, warehousing, or supply chain environmentPreferred Qualifications:Working knowledgeable in completing production and inventory transactionsMicrosoft OutlookExperience in supporting cycle counts and physical inventories.Analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.Demonstrated ability to complete inventory transactions in a timely and accurate manner.Demonstrated punctuality, and strong attendanceExperience with SAP S/4HANA, or JD EdwardsExperience in a manufacturing environment.Knowledge of SAP modules including:MM (Materials Management)EWM (Extended Warehouse Management)PP (Production Planning)APICS/ASCM certifications (CPIM, CSCP) a plus.Experience with barcode scanning and warehouse automation systems.Lean ManufacturingUnderstanding of inventory accounting principles and transaction controls.Ideal Candidate Key CompetenciesSAP Inventory Management ExpertiseInventory Accuracy & ReconciliationData Analysis & ReportingRoot Cause AnalysisProcess ImprovementAttention to DetailCross-Functional CollaborationProblem SolvingCustomer FocusContinuous Improvement Mindset