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 Lenovo 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.