Inventory Control Associate

Inventory Control Associate 
- Joliet, IL (Onsite)
- $23/hour
- Monday–Friday | 8:30 AM–5:00 PM or 9:00 AM–5:30 PM
-  One rotating late shift per month (10:00 AM–6:30 PM)
* Contract through November

We are seeking an experienced Inventory Control Associate to support operations at a large Parts Distribution Center in Joliet, IL. This role will split time between the warehouse floor and office environment, helping maintain inventory accuracy, investigate discrepancies, and support daily warehouse operations.

Candidates with strong inventory control experience and Manhattan WMS experience are highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform inventory control and clerical activities to ensure inventory is secure, accurately identified, and readily accessible
• Assist with physical inventory counts and reconcile inventory records
• Investigate inventory discrepancies, shortages, overages, and cycle count variances
• Locate missing inventory and resolve inventory-related issues
• Verify quantities of inbound and outbound shipments
• Assist with shipped-in-error claims, dealer returns, and inventory investigations
• Support pick exception resolution and inventory shortage investigations
• Provide backup support for inventory control functions as needed
• Maintain accurate records and inventory documentation
• Work closely with warehouse, operations, and customer service teams to support inventory accuracy

Requirements

• Associate degree with at least 1 year of materials management experience OR
• 2+ years of materials management, inventory control, or warehouse inventory experience
• Strong inventory management and cycle counting experience
• Experience using Warehouse Management Systems (Manhattan WMS strongly preferred)
• Data entry and inventory record maintenance experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Customer service and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work under deadlines and handle inventory discrepancies
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Comfortable working at elevated heights
• Willingness to be trained on a Cherry Picker

Preferred Qualifications

• Manhattan Warehouse Management System (WMS)
• TOLAS experience
• Warehouse inventory control experience in a distribution center environment
• Cycle counting and inventory reconciliation experience
• Materials management or supply chain background