Inventory Control Coordinator

Vernon Hills, Illinois

$45,000–$55,000 Per Year
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2 days ago

Job Description

Inventory Control CoordinatorLocation: Vernon Hills, ILPay Rate: $45,000 – $55,000 per yearPosition OverviewInventory accuracy is the backbone of any distribution operation — and the person responsible for maintaining it is one of the most important contributors to the facility's daily success. A growing distribution operation in Vernon Hills, IL is seeking an experienced Inventory Control Coordinator to join a newly consolidated, high-volume facility and take ownership of the processes that keep inventory data accurate, reliable, and actionable. This is a role for someone who is detail-oriented by nature, comfortable working with data and systems, and confident taking initiative when discrepancies arise.Key Responsibilities

Plan, coordinate, and execute daily and weekly cycle counts across all product categories and storage locations within the facility
Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies identified through cycle counts, system audits, receiving variances, and fulfillment exceptions
Maintain real-time inventory accuracy by updating records in the warehouse management system and ensuring all product movements are captured correctly
Generate daily, weekly, and monthly inventory reports for facility management, highlighting variance trends, adjustment activity, and cycle count completion rates
Coordinate with the receiving team to ensure all inbound shipments are accurately processed, documented, and reflected in inventory within established time standards
Work closely with the fulfillment and shipping teams to identify and address inventory-related order exceptions before they impact customers
Conduct root cause analysis on recurring inventory variances and recommend process improvements to prevent future discrepancies
Support annual physical inventory counts and period-end reconciliation processes, coordinating across departments to ensure smooth execution
Ensure that all inventory movement documentation is accurate, complete, and filed in accordance with facility record-keeping standards
Communicate clearly and proactively with supervisors and management regarding inventory status, adjustment approvals, and outstanding discrepancies

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years of inventory control, cycle counting, or warehouse operations experience in a distribution, fulfillment, or manufacturing environment
Proficiency with warehouse management systems (WMS) — experience with data entry, inventory adjustments, and system-generated reporting required
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify variance trends and trace discrepancies to root cause
High proficiency in Microsoft Excel or comparable spreadsheet tools for tracking, reporting, and data analysis
Exceptional attention to detail with a demonstrated track record of maintaining inventory accuracy under volume pressure
Strong written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional coordination and management reporting
Ability to work independently and manage multiple concurrent tasks without loss of accuracy or urgency
Must be authorized to work in the United States

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in a related field is preferred

Screening Questions

How many years of experience do you have relevant to this Inventory Control Coordinator role?
Do you hold any required licenses or certifications for this position?
Are you available to work onsite in Vernon Hills, IL?

Numbers & Facts

Location	Vernon Hills, Illinois
Salary	$45,000–$55,000 Per Year

Skills

Analysis Skillsunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Cross-Functionalunmatched
Data Analysisunmatched
Data Entryunmatched
Detail Orientedunmatched
Distribution Operationsunmatched
Documentationunmatched
Facilities Managementunmatched
Information Technology/Systems Auditunmatched
Inventory Cycle Countsunmatched
Inventory Levelsunmatched
Inventory Managementunmatched
Inventory Reportsunmatched
Management Reportingunmatched
Manufacturingunmatched
Microsoft Excelunmatched
Multitaskingunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Physical Inventoryunmatched
Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
Process Improvementunmatched
Reconciliationunmatched
Record Keepingunmatched
Reporting Skillsunmatched
Root Cause Analysisunmatched
Shipping/Receivingunmatched
Spreadsheetsunmatched
Trend Analysisunmatched
Warehousingunmatched
Writing Skillsunmatched

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