06 - Inventory Associate
The Inventory Associate is an entry-level role responsible for coordinating cycle counting activities, performing variance and root cause analysis, and supporting process improvements within inventory management. The position involves training and mentoring team members, facilitating communication across business areas, and ensuring adherence to physical inventory processes under close supervision. This role contributes to achieving departmental goals by maintaining accurate inventory records and supporting continuous operational improvements.
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Role Overview
Confidential Client is seeking an Inventory Associate in Campbell, CA to support inventory accuracy, cycle counting, variance analysis, and process improvements for the site. This is an entry-level role with opportunities to learn inventory management practices, present findings to leadership, and support cross-functional initiatives in an IT-focused environment.
What You’ll Do
- Coordinate activities of cycle counters across business areas to ensure accurate inventory records.
- Monitor priorities and deployment of cycle count activities.
- Identify process issues and opportunities for improvement; support implementation and follow-up.
- Assist with variance analysis and root-cause investigations.
- Report cycle count findings, write-offs, and recommended process changes to management.
- Provide training, support, and mentoring to NCM specialists and site employees on inventory processes and NCM procedures.
- Facilitate regular team meetings to deliver technical or business updates.
- Perform audits on physical processes and adherence to procedures.
Key Qualifications
- Basic knowledge of production planning fundamentals, scheduling, MRP techniques, or manufacturing control systems.
- Familiarity with warehouse, distribution, inventory control, and shipping/receiving practices.
- Strong analytical skills for root-cause analysis and data interpretation.
- Proficiency with computer applications such as Excel; experience with Access, Word, and PowerPoint is beneficial.
- Attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records of material movement.
- Good verbal and written communication skills; able to present findings to diverse audiences.
- Ability to lead or guide small work groups and provide on-the-job training.
- Basic math skills.
Physical Demands
- Work performed primarily in a normal office environment.
- May require extended periods of sitting and sustained visual concentration on a computer monitor or detailed data.
- Frequent repetitive manual movements (data entry, using a mouse, calculator, etc.).
Compensation & Benefits
- Base Range: $63,196 - $93,969 per year (includes base salary and target short-term incentive where applicable).
- Confidential Client offers a comprehensive benefits package in addition to the salary range.
Typical Experience
- 0–2 years of relevant experience.
Typical Education
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience. Educational requirements may vary by geography.
Notes
This description is not exhaustive. Job duties and the percentage of time for any function may change at any time. Confidential Client is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected characteristics under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
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