Inventory Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title – Inventory Specialist

Location – 6540 Franz Warner Pkwy, Whitsett, NC 27377

Contract – 12 months contract (possibility to go perm)

Pay Rate – $25 USD hourly on W2

Shift: 1st Shift, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM / 2 nd Shift, 3:30 PM – 12 midnight

Job Description:

Department: Logistics

Reports To: Logistics Manager

Position Summary:

• Seeking an entry-level Inventory Control Analyst to support daily inventory accuracy, cycle counting, material research, and warehouse inventory processes within a fast-paced, large-scale logistics environment. This hourly role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, dependable, and able to work in a high-volume operation where accuracy, communication, and follow-through are critical.
• The Inventory Control Analyst will assist with maintaining accurate inventory records, researching inventory discrepancies, supporting warehouse operations, and helping ensure material is properly accounted for throughout the facility.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform daily cycle counts and inventory audits to support inventory accuracy.
• Research and resolve inventory discrepancies, including quantity mismatches, missing material, incorrect locations, and system-related issues.
• Review inventory transactions and assist with correcting inventory errors.
• Support material movement, location accuracy, and inventory reconciliation.
• Work closely with Logistics, warehouse operations, receiving, shipping, planning, and production teams.
• Assist with tracking inventory adjustments, shortages, overages, and aged material.
• Generate and review basic inventory reports.
• Identify potential root causes of inventory issues and communicate findings to leadership.
• Maintain accurate records of inventory activity, corrections, and follow-up actions.
• Follow all safety policies, company procedures, and inventory control processes.
• Support continuous improvement efforts related to inventory accuracy and process control.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• No college degree required.
• Experience in a warehouse, inventory, logistics, manufacturing, or distribution environment preferred.
• Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced, large-scale inventory control environment.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to communicate clearly with team members, leadership, and cross-functional teams.
• Must be dependable, organized, and able to follow established processes.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Skills:

• Basic knowledge of inventory control, cycle counting, logistics, warehouse operations, or material handling.
• Experience using WMS, ERP, or inventory tracking systems.
• Basic Microsoft Excel skills.
• Ability to research inventory issues and follow through until resolved.
• Comfortable working with part numbers, locations, quantities, and transaction history.
• Willingness to learn and grow within logistics, inventory control, or supply chain operations.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move throughout a warehouse/logistics environment.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds as needed.
• Must be able to work safely around warehouse equipment.
• Ability to work overtime or alternate schedules based on business needs.

LanceSoft is rated as one of the largest staffing firms in the US by SIA. Our mission is to establish global cross-culture human connections that further the careers of our employees and strengthen the businesses of our clients. We are driven to use the power of our global network to connect businesses with the right people, and people with the right businesses without bias. We provide Global Workforce Solutions with a human touch.

Company Description

LanceSoft is rated as one of the largest staffing firms in the US by SIA. Our mission is to establish global cross-culture human connections that further the careers of our employees and strengthen the businesses of our clients. We are driven to use the power of our global network to connect businesses with the right people, and people with the right businesses without bias. We provide Global Workforce Solutions with a human touch.