
Inventory Control Associate
Certified Group
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Melville • New York • United States
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Salary
💰 $24 - $28 per hour
About the role
- Assemble, maintain, and audit detailed records of quantity, type, value, and usage of materials, equipment, and supplies held in inventory
- Perform and oversee routine and cycle counts; reconcile physical counts to system records and resolve variances independently
- Analyze inventory discrepancies, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence
- Verify clerical and system computations against physical inventory; adjust errors and document findings in accordance with company procedures
- Compile, analyze, and report data related to receipt, issuance, consumption, pricing, and valuation of inventory
- Prepare and present inventory reports including balances, shortages, usage trends, and cost variances
- Inspect unacceptable or nonconforming goods, determine root cause, coordinate with vendors or internal teams, and recommend corrective actions
- Review purchase documents and vendor invoices to ensure alignment with quoted pricing, quality requirements, and purchase requisitions; resolve discrepancies within established authority
- Maintain effective communication with laboratory staff, procurement, finance, and other internal stakeholders
- Perform administrative and accounting-related inventory functions with minimal supervision
- Research, evaluate, and compare costs, quality, and suitability of new inventory items; provide recommendations to lab and/or corporate management
- Support inventory optimization initiatives including par levels, reorder points, and stock rotation
- Maintain organization, cleanliness, and compliance of all inventory storage areas in accordance with safety and regulatory standards
- Assist in prioritizing workload and schedules to meet individual and team objectives; participate actively in team initiatives
- Serve as a resource to Inventory Control Specialist I staff by providing guidance on procedures, systems, and best practices
- Promote and comply with all safety policies, responsible for personal safety and the safety of others in the work area
- Complete all required training and maintain knowledge of inventory systems, procedures, and applicable regulations
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required
- 3+ years of inventory management and control experience required
- Experience in a laboratory, manufacturing, or regulated environment preferred
- Must be able to lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds
- Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, memos, and write correspondence
- Calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume
- Proficient computer skills and can use MS Office suite of products
Benefits
- Progressive 401k Retirement Savings Plan
- Employer Paid Short- Term and Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
- Group Medical
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Dental
- Paid Holidays and Time Off
- Many positions which qualify for the company bonus program
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
inventory managementcycle countingdata analysisroot cause analysiscost evaluationinventory optimizationadministrative functionsaccounting functionscompliancesafety regulations
Soft skills
communicationteamworkproblem-solvingorganizational skillsattention to detailguidanceprioritizationindependenceadaptabilityinitiative
Certifications
high school diplomaGED