Kennedy Valve- Inventory Control Specialist

SUMMARY:

The Inventory Control Specialist is responsible for maintaining inventory accuracy through a structured cycle count program root cause analysis of discrepancies and continuous improvement of inventory processes.  This role ensures alignment between physical inventory and ERP system records to support production continuity procurement efficiency and financial accuracy.  The position plays a critical role in supporting operational excellence material availability cost control and cross-functional communication across Supply Chain Production Maintenance and Finance.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Cycle Counting & Inventory Accuracy

• Execute structured cycle count programs in accordance with established calendar discipline.
• Perform daily cycle counts reconciliations of inventory monitor and maintain current inventory levels based on established ABC codes for both production lines and in warehouses(s).
• Ensure blind count integrity and adherence to standardized counting procedures.
• Monitor inventory accuracy performance (accuracy % variance trends recount rates).
• Maintain strict adherence to adjustment approval processes and controls.
• Support annual physical inventory activities as required.

Variance Analysis & Root Cause

• Investigate inventory discrepancies document findings and solve.
• Identify recurring trends and escalate systemic issues.
• Partner with warehouse and operations teams to implement corrective actions.
• Track investigation closure to ensure issues are fully resolved.

Governance & Controls

• Support enforcement of inventory control policies and procedures.
• Maintain documentation of count results adjustments and investigation outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with internal audit and financial control requirements.
• Promote calendar discipline to maintain continuous count coverage.

Operational Support

• Collaborate with Operations Supply Chain and Finance to improve inventory reliability.
• Help reduce excess obsolete and inaccurate inventory through data-driven insights.
• Support process improvements that enhance material flow and transaction accuracy.

Qualifications :

REQUIREMENTS:

Education & Experience

• Associate or Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Business Operations Finance or related field preferred.
• 35 years of experience in inventory control warehouse operations or supply chain.
• Experience in manufacturing or distribution environments preferred.
• ERP system experience required (Microsoft AX/D365 SAP Oracle or equivalent).

Skills & Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Analytical mindset with ability to interpret variance trends.
• Working knowledge of cycle counting methodologies and inventory accounting principles.
• Solid communication skills and ability to collaborate cross-functionally.
• Physically capable of operating or learning to operate a fork truck; experience preferred.

Additional Information :

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Standing or sitting at a desk for long periods of time walking throughout the facility and the ability to handle up to 50lbs as required.
• Exposed to elements such as cold heat noise dust odors fumes etc.
• Work time is spent on the manufacturing floor and in an office.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required for the position.

Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.

Kennedy Valve Co. is an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and reserve the right to perform substance abuse testing. McWane is a Federal VEVRAA contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices. McWane will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of their race color religion sex national origin age sexual orientation veteran or service member status marital status citizenship status (In IL - sex including same sex ancestry order of protection status physical or mental disability military status pregnancy unfavorable discharge status genetic information) (In IA - gender identity) (In CA - gender identity or expression and genetic information) or any other category protected by federal state or local law.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
McWane is a Federal VEVRAA contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices. McWane will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of their race color religion sex national origin age sexual orientation disability veteran or service member status marital status citizenship status (In IL - sex including same sex ancestry order of protection status physical or mental disability military status pregnancy unfavorable discharge status genetic information) (In IA - gender identity) (In CA- gender identity or expression and genetic information) or any other category protected by federal state or local law.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time