Inventory Specialist – Warehouse Operations

Job Title: Inventory Specialist – Warehouse OperationsLocation: Piscataway, New JerseyJob Type: Full TimeJob Description:• Develop and maintain cycle count strategies (ABC classification, frequency, scheduling)aligned to risk and stock criticality• Own rootcause analysis for recurring inventory variances and implement corrective actionswith warehouse and upstream/downstream teams• Maintain inventory master data integrity (locations, SKUs, serials, lots, UOMs) withinERP/WMS platforms• Support inventory forecasting and replenishment planning by analyzing trends, velocity,ageing, and obsolescence risks• Ensure accurate inventory transactions across the full lifecycle: receiving, putaway, picking,shipping, returns, and disposals• Partner with Finance on inventory valuation, writeoffs, reserves, and periodendreconciliation activities• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on shrink reduction, inventoryaccuracy KPIs, and warehouse efficiency• Provide inventory data and documentation to support regulatory, compliance, and financialauditsExperience & Qualifications• 3–5+ years of handson inventory management or inventory control experience in awarehouse or distribution environment• Proven experience executing cycle counts, physical inventories, and varianceinvestigations endtoend• Experience supporting internal, external, or SOXaligned audits related to inventoryaccuracy and controls• Demonstrated ability to work with large data sets and reconcile inventory across multiplesystems and physical locations• Background in warehouse operations, supply chain, logistics, or asset managementpreferred• APICS / CPIM / CSCP certification viewed as an advantage but not mandatory• Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or equivalent practical experience (often accepted in lieu of degree)