Inventory Specialist II

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Job Title:
Inventory Specialist II
Location
: Quincy

About Us

Imagine a company with technology leadership of over 160 years, yet it operates with the energy of a startup. Ingersoll Rand has dedicated itself to Making Life Better for its employees, customers, shareholders, and planets. We produce innovative and mission-critical flow creation and life science technologies - from compressors to precision handling of liquids, gasses, and powers - to increase industrial productivity, efficiency, and sustainability. Supported by over 80+ brands, our products are used in various end-markets including life sciences, food and beverage, clean energy, industrial manufacturing, infrastructure, and more. Across the globe, we're driving growth with an entrepreneurial spirit and ownership mindset. Learn more at irco.com and join us to own your future.

Job Overview

The Inventory Specialist will be the plant leader in proactively identifying and resolving inventory issues. Perform scheduled and requested cycle counts and project lead a full inventory count for year end. Perform scrap adjustments for the plant and generally counsel and be the lead in seeking root cause for inventory errors and introducing counter measures. Also be a guide to product operations leaders on flaws in inventory management processes and introduce processes to counter measure and continually improve. Strong experience in inventory management principles, cycle counting, and SAP (MM/IM modules) is essential. This role plays a key part in achieving operational efficiency, minimizing variances, and ensuring timely availability of materials to support production.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in Inventory Management, in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
  
  
• High school diploma or GED with 10+ years of related experience.
  
  
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel; experience with Qlik, Power BI or other reporting tools is a plus.
  
  
• Solid understanding of inventory control methodologies (e.g., cycle counting, ABC classification, FIFO/LIFO).
  
  
• Proficient in SAP ERP (MM, IM, WM modules); familiarity with inventory transactions and reporting is a must.
  
  
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  
  
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
  
  
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
  
  
• Work closely with Procurement, Production, and Customer Experience teams to support smooth material flow and minimize disruptions.
  
  
• Support material planning and replenishment activities by ensuring inventory accuracy and availability.
  
  

Core Competencies

• Ensure accurate physical counts of all inventory issues for cycle count.
  
  
• Project manage full inventory count events with guidance and instructions.
  
  
• Maintain accurate inventory levels in SAP through timely and precise transactions, adjustments, and reconciliations.
  
  
• Communicates cycle count results to all levels in the organization.
  
  
• Perform Root Cause Analysis on problem areas and discrepancies; submit corrective action not just limited to physical counts
  
  
• Track and record cycle counts.
  
  
• Provide SAP training and support to cross-functional teams as needed.
  
  
• Identify and implement cost improvements and opportunities for inventory reductions.
  
  
• Analyze inventory trends, identify excess or obsolete stock, and collaborate with stakeholders (Sales, Engineering and Manufacturing) to resolve issues
  
  
• Embrace IR tools to accomplish duties and drive continuous improvements.
  
  
• Follow company safety procedures and standards to ensure individual and collective safety, in addition to avoiding unnecessary risk to oneself, co-workers, contactors, customers, and property.
  
  
• Create and maintain SOPs and work instructions for inventory processes and SAP transactions.
  
  
• Assist in continuous improvement initiatives focused on inventory accuracy, material traceability, and warehouse organization.
  
  
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, audit requirements, and safety standards.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's or bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field preferred.
  
  
• Experience in lean manufacturing or continuous improvement environments
  
  
• Knowledge of warehouse management systems (WMS)
  
  
• Strong communication skills and a proactive mindset
  
  

What we Offer

At Ingersoll Rand, we embrace a culture of personal ownership - taking responsibility for our company, our communities, and our environment, as well as our individual health and well-being. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to empower you with the tools and support necessary to take charge of your health, ensuring that together, we can continue to make life better. Our range of benefits includes health care options like medical and prescription plans, dental and vision coverage, as well as wellness programs. Additionally, we provide life insurance, a robust 401(k) plan, paid time off, and even an employee stock grant, among other offerings. These benefits are our commitment to you, so you can be your best at work and beyond.

Ingersoll Rand Inc. (NYSE:IR), driven by an entrepreneurial spirit and ownership mindset, is dedicated to helping make life better for our employees, customers and communities. Customers lean on us for our technology-driven excellence in mission-critical flow creation and industrial solutions across 40+ respected brands where our products and services excel in the most complex and harsh conditions. Our employees develop customers for life through their daily commitment to expertise, productivity and efficiency. For more information, visit www.IRCO.com.