Inventory Management Specialist

Position Summary:

The Inventory Management Specialist plays a critical role in ensuring optimal inventory levels across multiple HVAC product categories. This position is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory records, coordinating stock movements, and supporting purchasing and warehouse teams to ensure product availability and minimize excess or obsolete inventory.

Key Responsibilities:

• Inventory Accuracy & Auditing
  • Conduct regular cycle counts and full physical inventories.
  • Investigate and reconcile inventory discrepancies.
  • Maintain accurate records in the inventory management system.
• Stock Management
  • Monitor stock levels and reorder points to ensure product availability.
  • Collaborate with purchasing to forecast demand and adjust inventory strategies.
  • Coordinate inter-branch transfers and returns to vendors.
  • Create and coordinate returns to a centralized distribution center to optimize inventory flow and reduce excess stock.
• System & Data Management
  • Update item master data including descriptions, bin locations, and units of measure.
  • Generate inventory reports and KPIs for management review.
  • Utilize ERP systems (e.g., Advantive DDI) to manage inventory workflows.
• Process Improvement
  • Identify inefficiencies in inventory handling and propose solutions.
  • Support implementation of best practices in inventory control and warehouse operations.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Work closely with warehouse, purchasing, and branch management teams to align inventory with business needs.
  • Assist in training warehouse staff on inventory procedures and systems.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate or bachelor's degree preferred.
• 2+ years of inventory control experience, preferably in HVAC or industrial distribution.
• Proficiency in inventory management software and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Applicant needs to be analytical, use Excel, can monitor inventory and have data analyst skills

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with ERP systems like Advantive DDI or similar.
• Familiarity with HVAC products and seasonal inventory trends.
• Knowledge of lean inventory practices and cycle counting methodologies.

Working Conditions:

• Office and warehouse environment.
• Occasional lifting of products up to 50 lbs.
• Will require travel between branch locations on at least a quarterly basis.

Ability to pass a pre-hire drug test and background check.