Inventory Control Coordinator
Bio-Techne
August 19, 2026
On-site
Minneapolis, MN
Operations
Position Summary
The Inventory Control Coordinator maintains accurate inventory records and manages inventoried materials within the warehouse and production environment, supporting receiving, inventory control, cycle counting, inventory transactions, and inventory accuracy initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate inventory records via timely ERP transactions.
- Pick and stage materials for production orders and internal requests.
- Post receipts for incoming raw materials and finished goods.
- Perform inventory put-away and store materials in designated locations.
- Create/process ERP transactions and inventory journals (movements, adjustments, transfers, scrap).
- Create/maintain/modify inventory locations in physical storage and ERP systems.
- Monitor inventory accuracy; investigate variances/shortages/overages and discrepancies.
- Perform cycle counts and support annual physical inventory.
- Resolve discrepancies using transaction reviews and root-cause analysis.
- Support inventory audits with accurate documentation.
- Verify labels, quantities, item/lot/batch info, and storage conditions.
- Maintain traceability and FIFO/FEFO compliance where applicable.
- Consolidate materials and optimize storage space.
- Support scrap reporting, adjustments, and disposition.
- Pull/load/transport/unload inventory as required.
- Track and communicate inventory control metrics; identify process improvements.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent with 2–4 years relevant experience; or associate degree preferred with up to 2 years relevant experience.
Required/Preferred Skills
- Strong attention to detail; inventory accuracy focus.
- Knowledge of inventory control principles, material flow, and warehouse operations.
- Analytical/troubleshooting and root-cause problem-solving skills.
- ERP/warehouse management systems proficiency; learn and effectively utilize systems.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- Strong verbal/written communication; independent work with minimal supervision.
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and collaborate across teams.
- Basic math/data analysis; willingness to adapt and support continuous improvement.
- May require certification to safely operate powered pallet jacks/forklifts (if required).
Physical/Working Conditions
- Hours: 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.
- Stand/walk frequently; lift up to 50 lbs; frequent bending/reaching/stooping; work in cooler/freezer environments; safely operate material-handling equipment as required.
The Inventory Control Coordinator maintains accurate inventory records and manages inventoried materials within the warehouse and production environment, supporting receiving, inventory control, cycle counting, inventory transactions, and inventory accuracy initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate inventory records via timely ERP transactions.
- Pick and stage materials for production orders and internal requests.
- Post receipts for incoming raw materials and finished goods.
- Perform inventory put-away and store materials in designated locations.
- Create/process ERP transactions and inventory journals (movements, adjustments, transfers, scrap).
- Create/maintain/modify inventory locations in physical storage and ERP systems.
- Monitor inventory accuracy; investigate variances/shortages/overages and discrepancies.
- Perform cycle counts and support annual physical inventory.
- Resolve discrepancies using transaction reviews and root-cause analysis.
- Support inventory audits with accurate documentation.
- Verify labels, quantities, item/lot/batch info, and storage conditions.
- Maintain traceability and FIFO/FEFO compliance where applicable.
- Consolidate materials and optimize storage space.
- Support scrap reporting, adjustments, and disposition.
- Pull/load/transport/unload inventory as required.
- Track and communicate inventory control metrics; identify process improvements.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent with 2–4 years relevant experience; or associate degree preferred with up to 2 years relevant experience.
Required/Preferred Skills
- Strong attention to detail; inventory accuracy focus.
- Knowledge of inventory control principles, material flow, and warehouse operations.
- Analytical/troubleshooting and root-cause problem-solving skills.
- ERP/warehouse management systems proficiency; learn and effectively utilize systems.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- Strong verbal/written communication; independent work with minimal supervision.
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and collaborate across teams.
- Basic math/data analysis; willingness to adapt and support continuous improvement.
- May require certification to safely operate powered pallet jacks/forklifts (if required).
Physical/Working Conditions
- Hours: 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.
- Stand/walk frequently; lift up to 50 lbs; frequent bending/reaching/stooping; work in cooler/freezer environments; safely operate material-handling equipment as required.