Inventory Specialist

Our client in Leetsdale, PA is looking for an Inventory Specialist who is responsible for maintaining accurate physical and system inventory of raw materials, work-in-process (WIP), and finished goods within a steel tube manufacturing facility.

Job Duties:

• Maintain accurate inventory records for raw steel coils, tube stock, WIP, and finished bundles in Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365).
• Perform cycle counts and physical inventories in accordance with established control procedures.
• Investigate and reconcile inventory discrepancies and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure real-time, accurate transaction processing in D365 for receipts, transfers, production consumption, adjustments, and shipments.
• Maintain strict material traceability, including heat numbers, lot control, and certification documentation.
• Coordinate with production, quality, and logistics teams to ensure timely and accurate material staging.
• Monitor material flow to prevent stockouts or excess accumulation.
• Verify inbound raw material receipts against purchase orders and packing slips in D365. Inspect materials for visible damage and coordinate quality holds when necessary.
• Ensure proper labeling and location control consistent with system records.
• Execute and audit inventory transactions within Microsoft Dynamics 365.
• Generate and analyze inventory reports including variance analysis, aging reports, usage trends, and reconciliation summaries.
• Maintain alignment between physical inventory and D365 system balances.
• Support internal and external audits, ensuring data integrity and traceability compliance.
• Participate in lean manufacturing and 5S initiatives.
• Identify process improvements to reduce shrinkage and improve inventory turns.
• Adhere to all plant safety standards and safe material handling practices.

Job Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required, Associate degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field preferred.
• 2?5 years of inventory control experience in a manufacturing or heavy industrial environment.
• Experience working within ERP/MRP systems required.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, data analysis).
• Ability to operate forklifts and material handling equipment (or ability to obtain certification).
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in steel, metals, or tube/pipe manufacturing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365), particularly Supply Chain and InventoryManagement modules.
• Knowledge of heat number traceability and material certification requirements.
• APICS (CPIM) certification or Lean/Six Sigma training.