Inventory Control Specialist
AHEAD
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- Pay
- $21 to $23
- an hour
- Location
- Libertyville, IL
- Work style
- On-site
- Job type
- Full time
- Posted
- Oct 15
- 4 days ago
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About the company
AHEAD
Information technology and services · 1,001 to 5,000 employees
AHEAD builds platforms for digital business. By weaving together advances in cloud infrastructure, automation and analytics, and software delivery, we help enterprises deliver on the promise of digital transformation.
What you'll do
- Conduct scheduled daily, weekly, and monthly cycle counts to maintain inventory accuracy.
- Record results of counts and adjust system inventory as authorized.
- Lead, Investigate and resolve inventory variances, including root cause analysis and corrective action recommendations.
- Maintain accurate inventory records and ensure system data matches physical inventory.
- Support periodic full physical inventory and audits.
- Coordinate with warehouse, production, and purchasing teams to validate stock movements and resolve discrepancies.
- Monitor and ensure proper storage, labeling, and handling of inventory items.
- Work with warehouse staff to correct misplacements, labeling errors, or process issues.
- Utilize ERP or WMS systems to track, record, and adjust inventory transactions.
- Maintain cycle count logs and inventory adjustment reports for management review.
- Assist in developing and improving inventory control processes and procedures.
What you need
- Understanding of inventory management principles and best practices
- Understanding of cycle counting methods and physical inventory processes
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and recordkeeping
- Analytical and problem-solving skills for investigating inventory discrepancies
- Organizational skills to manage cycle count schedules and inventory records
- Math skills for counting, reconciliation, and reporting
- Ability to operate inventory control systems and related technology
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Ability to handle repetitive tasks with a high level of focus and accuracy
- Ability to identify and escalate issues affecting inventory integrity
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AHEAD builds platforms for digital business. By weaving together advances in cloud infrastructure, automation and analytics, and software delivery, we help enterprises deliver on the promise of digital transformation.
At AHEAD, we prioritize creating a culture of belonging, where all perspectives and voices are represented, valued, respected, and heard. We create spaces to empower everyone to speak up, make change, and drive the culture at AHEAD.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and do not discriminate based on an individual's race, national origin, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, marital status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law, whether actual or perceived.
We embrace all candidates that will contribute to the diversification and enrichment of ideas and perspectives at AHEAD.