Inventory Control Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Inventory Control Specialist

Job Description

The Inventory Control Specialist maintains accurate inventory levels and ensures stock integrity across all operations. In this role, you perform routine cycle counts, track inbound and outbound materials, and update inventory systems to reflect real-time stock levels. You support a growing organization that is introducing new products and expanding its business, playing a key role in keeping inventory organized, reliable, and ready to meet customer demand.

Responsibilities

• Receive and inspect incoming materials to confirm quality and accuracy.
• Verify shipments against purchase orders and packing slips to ensure correct quantities and items.
• Log inventory data into internal systems in a timely and accurate manner.
• Perform routine cycle counts and frequent stock audits to maintain accurate inventory records.
• Identify inventory discrepancies and investigate root causes.
• Coordinate with internal teams such as purchasing, warehouse, and sales to resolve inventory issues.
• Monitor inventory trends and flag shortages, overstock situations, and other anomalies.
• Prepare clear and concise inventory reports for management review.
• Maintain organized storage systems to support efficient material handling and retrieval.
• Follow company procedures and safety standards in all inventory-related activities.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience in inventory control and inventory audit activities.
• Hands-on experience with inventory management software or systems.
• Ability to work with inventory systems using tools such as Excel or ERP platforms.
• Strong data entry skills with a focus on accuracy and completeness.
• Excellent attention to detail when verifying shipments and updating inventory records.
• Experience working with electronic components, including experience gained in the automotive industry.
• Ability to track inbound and outbound materials and maintain real-time inventory updates.
• Skill in monitoring inventory trends and identifying shortages or overstock conditions.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with QuickBooks or similar accounting and inventory tools is a plus.
• Familiarity with handling and storing electronic components.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with purchasing, warehouse, and sales teams.
• Strong organizational skills to maintain orderly storage and inventory systems.
• Comfort preparing and presenting inventory-related reports for management.

Work Environment

This position is fully onsite and involves working closely with warehouse, purchasing, and sales teams in a hands-on inventory environment. You will spend significant time in storage and stock areas receiving materials, conducting cycle counts, and auditing inventory. The workplace follows established company procedures and safety standards, and supports a culture of growth and continuous improvement as new products are introduced and the business expands.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fair Lawn, NJ.

The pay range for this position is $19.23 - $26.44/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Fair Lawn,NJ.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 13, 2026.

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email View email address on ziprecruiter.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.