Inventory Control Specialist

Inventory Control Specialist

St. Paul, MN
$25-$30/hour
Monday-Friday | 7:30 AM-4:00 PM (some flexibility available)
Contract-to-Hire

Join a Growing Manufacturing & Supply Chain Team

Are you detail-oriented, analytical, and passionate about maintaining inventory accuracy? We're seeking an Inventory Control Specialist to join a growing manufacturing organization that supports OEM customers across a variety of industries. This role offers the opportunity to play a critical part in inventory management, process improvement, purchasing support, and cross-functional operational success.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys solving inventory challenges, working within ERP systems, analyzing data, and collaborating with purchasing, planning, and operations teams to keep business processes running smoothly.

What You'll Be Doing

Inventory Control & Analysis

• Maintain accurate inventory records and pricing data
• Perform cycle counts and assist with inventory audits
• Process stock adjustments and stock requests
• Monitor inventory levels, stock rotation, and inventory health
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies
• Process returns and support vendor RMA activities
• Complete failure analysis reporting and coordinate product disposition
• Support inventory initiatives across multiple locations

Purchasing & Planning Support

• Provide backup support to purchasing functions
• Assist purchasing, planning, and scheduling teams
• Help ensure inventory availability and workflow continuity
• Support inventory planning and replenishment efforts
• Collaborate across departments to meet operational needs

ERP & Product Maintenance

• Create and maintain Bills of Material (BOMs)
• Update product information and system records
• Assist with import/export documentation and compliance requirements
• Maintain data integrity within ERP systems

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of inventory control, inventory management, or related experience preferred
• Experience working within ERP systems
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills
• Experience with:
  • Cycle counts
  • Inventory audits
  • Stock adjustments
  • Inventory analysis
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree or related education
• APICS/ASCM coursework or certification
• Experience supporting purchasing, planning, scheduling, or supply chain operations
• Experience with:
  • BOM creation and maintenance
  • Returns and RMA processing
  • Multi-site inventory environments
  • Import/export compliance activities

Systems & Tools

• ERP Systems (Epicor experience highly preferred)
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Office Suite
• SharePoint

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Competitive pay: $25-$30/hour
• Opportunity for permanent employment
• Exposure to purchasing, planning, inventory, and supply chain operations
• Collaborative team environment
• Excellent long-term growth potential within a manufacturing organization

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy working with data and inventory systems, and want to make an impact on operational efficiency, we'd love to hear from you.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.