Inventory Control Specialist, Third Shift

Thermo Fisher Scientific

. Maintain accurate inventory records across manufacturing warehouses, production locations, and storage areas .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeNorth Carolina • United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in inventory management and control, utilizing SAP S/4HANA and JD Edwards to maintain accurate records and optimize inventory performance. Proficient in conducting cycle counts, resolving discrepancies, and supporting audits while adhering to inventory policies and procedures.

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SAP S/4HANA ExperienceInventory ManagementCycle Count SupportLean ManufacturingAnalytical Problem-Solving

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Hard Skills

Inventory TransactionsSAP MM (Materials Management)SAP EWM (Extended Warehouse Management)SAP PP (Production Planning)Barcode ScanningWarehouse Automation SystemsInventory Accounting PrinciplesCycle Count ProcessingPhysical Inventory DocumentationKPI Dashboard Generation

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsPunctualityStrong Attendance

Tools & Technologies

SAPMicrosoft Outlook

Industry Keywords

ManufacturingWarehousingSupply ChainInventory ControlOperational Excellence

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Maintain accurate inventory records across manufacturing warehouses, production locations, and storage areas
Monitor inventory levels and identify shortages, excess inventory, and obsolete materials
Conduct cycle counts and support physical inventory activities
Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies, variances, and transaction errors
Analyze inventory movements and recommend corrective and preventative actions
Support inventory reconciliation between physical inventory and ERP system records
Execute and monitor SAP inventory transactions, including goods receipts, goods issues, transfer postings, stock transfers, inventory adjustments, cycle count processing, and physical inventory documentation
Ensure SAP master data accuracy for material masters, storage locations, inventory parameters, units of measure, and batch number controls
Troubleshoot SAP transaction issues and collaborate with IT or SAP support teams
Develop and maintain SAP reports, queries, and inventory performance metrics
Generate inventory status reports and KPI dashboards
Monitor inventory accuracy, cycle count compliance, stock availability, and excess and obsolete inventory
Identify trends and implement actions to improve inventory performance
Support month-end and year-end inventory closing activities
Partner with Production Planning to ensure material availability
Work with Procurement and Suppliers to resolve receipt and inventory discrepancies
Collaborate with Warehouse Operations to improve inventory control processes throughout Manufacturing
Support Finance during inventory audits and reconciliation activities
Participate in continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives
Ensure adherence to company inventory policies and procedures
Support internal and external audits
Maintain inventory control documentation
Identify opportunities to improve inventory processes using SAP functionality and best practices

Requirements

What you’ll need

2+ years of experience in manufacturing, warehousing, or supply chain environment
High School Diploma or equivalent
Working knowledgeable in completing production and inventory transactions
Microsoft Outlook
Experience in supporting cycle counts and physical inventories
Analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Demonstrated ability to complete inventory transactions in a timely and accurate manner
Demonstrated punctuality and strong attendance
Experience with SAP S/4HANA or JD Edwards
Experience in a manufacturing environment
Knowledge of SAP modules including MM (Materials Management), EWM (Extended Warehouse Management), and PP (Production Planning)
Experience with barcode scanning and warehouse automation systems
Lean Manufacturing
Understanding of inventory accounting principles and transaction controls