Inventory Control Coordinator

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Corporate - Huntington Beach, CA 92647Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $29.00 - $32.00 HourlyTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: Day Position Summary We are a sporting goods manufacturing company seeking a detail-oriented, self-motivated Inventory Control Coordinator to manage inventory accuracy and support warehouse operations. This role is responsible for overseeing cycle counts and physical inventory processes, ensuring compliance, and maintaining effective communication between operations and finance teams. Key Responsibilities Oversee the daily cycle count program, including inventory selection, count execution, auditing, reconciliation, and transaction processing. Investigate, analyze, and resolve inventory discrepancies, variances, and root causes to maintain inventory accuracy. Coordinate and support scheduled physical inventories, including offsite locations and annual full inventory counts. Maintain accurate inventory records within JD Edwards (JDE), Manhattan SCALE Warehouse Management System (WMS), and other inventory systems by ensuring timely and accurate transactions. Partner with warehouse operations to ensure proper material handling practices, accurate inventory movements, and timely system updates. Prepare monthly inventory reports, reconciliations, and Excel schedules to support finance and accounting requirements. Ensure compliance with JSOX requirements, internal controls, company policies, and inventory management procedures. Communicate inventory issues, risks, discrepancies, and performance metrics to Operations, Finance, and other cross-functional stakeholders. Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and implement process enhancements that increase inventory accuracy, operational efficiency, and inventory control effectiveness. Safety Compliance Adhere to all company safety policies, procedures, and guidelines. Ensure compliance with data security and confidential information. Expected to participate in meetings related to safety topics and attend safety training sessions related to this role, department, and the company. Report any safety concerns, incidents, or hazards immediately. Training Compliance Training is essential to supporting employee development, ensuring compliance, and maintaining high standards of performance. Complete all required role-specific and company-wide training by assigned deadlines to remain compliant and job-ready. Promptly notify your supervisor of any issues that may delay completion. Qualifications Education: High school diploma or equivalent required, plus 2-5 years of inventory control, warehouse, or related experience (manufacturing preferred). Skills Problem Solving: Effectively analyzes issues and resolves discrepancies. Dependability: Meets deadlines, follows direction, and takes ownership Planning & Organization: Prioritizes tasks and manages time effectively Communication: Clearly conveys information across teams Attendance & Reliability: Consistent and punctual Experience with JD Edwards (JDE) & Manhattan SCALE Warehouse Management System (WMS) Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel (data entry, reporting support) Strong attention to detail, problem-solving, and organizational skills Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills Cultural Alignment Service (Delivering Solutions and Care; Creating Impact) Partner with warehouse operations to investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies while providing timely support to internal customers. Ensure inventory records are accurate and support Finance and Operations with reliable reporting and inventory information. Teamwork (Communicate, Respect, Succeed Together) Collaborate effectively with Operations, Finance, and cross-functional teams to maintain inventory accuracy and resolve issues. Communicate inventory discrepancies, risks, and status updates clearly and professionally to appropriate stakeholders. Innovation & Challenge (Always Improving, Always Advancing, Always up for the challenge) Identify and support process improvements to enhance inventory accuracy and efficiency. Identify areas of risk and implement process improvements. Integrity & Accountability (Do What’s Right, Own the Outcome) Maintain accurate records within systems and oversee the accuracy of cycle counts. Joy (Pride in the Process, Fulfillment in the Results, Choosing Right Over Easy) Encourage engagement and collaboration to enhance team productivity. Physical Demand Ability to sit, stand, and occasionally bend. Pulling, pushing, and reaching with hands and arms above the shoulders. Ability to perform routine hand, fingers, and arm movements, including keyboarding and mousing. Ability to see, hear, speak, and communicate effectively in order to perform job responsibilities, including exchanging information in person, by phone, and through electronic communication. Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds. Work Environment This position operates in both office and warehouse environments with moderate noise levels. This role requires frequent interaction and collaboration with warehouse operations, accounting, finance, and other cross-functional teams to support inventory accuracy and business objectives. Standard business hours consist of an eight-hour workday; however, occasional overtime, schedule adjustments, or additional hours may be required to support operational demands, physical inventory counts, month-end activities, and special projects. Disclaimer Disclaimer: This job description generally indicates the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of an applicant. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, and responsibilities required of an employee. An employee may be asked to perform other duties as needed. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the job's essential functions. Nothing in this description changes the at-will employment relationship between the company and its employees. Equal Opportunity Employer DSA is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, reproductive health decision-making and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr