Specialist (Inventory Control) – Logistics & Supply Chain

Job Title: Specialist (Inventory Control) – Logistics & Supply Chain

Role: Inventory Control Specialist

Department: Logistics & Supply Chain

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Experience Range: 3–6 years

Salary Range (INR): ₹6,00,000 – ₹9,00,000 per annum

Education:

Mandatory: Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Engineering, or Commerce

Preferred: Certification or diploma in Materials Management or Inventory Control

Manufacturing/Warehouse Locations: Bhubaneswar (Odisha),

Role Category: Individual Contributor – Inventory & Warehouse Operations

Industry Type: Sanitaryware / Ceramics / Building Materials / Manufacturing

Role Objective:

The Inventory Control Specialist is responsible for monitoring, managing, and reconciling inventory levels to ensure accuracy and availability of materials across warehouses and manufacturing units.

Key Responsibilities:

Track and manage daily inventory movements and update ERP/WMS systems

Conduct cycle counts and periodic stock audits

Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies

Ensure adherence to FIFO/FEFO principles

Coordinate with warehouse and production teams for stock accuracy

Maintain records of stock adjustments, transfers, and returns

Generate inventory reports and assist in preparing inventory MIS

Support annual and interim stock audits and external audit requirements

Monitor slow-moving or aging inventory and flag issues proactively

Work closely with procurement and warehouse for replenishment triggers

Required Skills:

Strong grasp of inventory processes, documentation, and reconciliation

Working knowledge of ERP systems (SAP preferred) and Excel-based reporting

Attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and stock tracking

Familiarity with warehouse and material handling workflows

Ability to coordinate across cross-functional teams

Preferred Skills:

Industry experience in Sanitaryware / Ceramics / Building Materials / FMCG / Manufacturing

Hands-on experience with WMS, barcode scanning tools, and inventory software

Basic understanding of Lean or Six Sigma inventory principles is a plus

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

Inventory Accuracy (%)

Cycle Count Adherence

Stock Adjustment Trends

Discrepancy Resolution Time

Stock Availability Rate for Production

Reduction in Non-moving/Obsolete Stock (%)