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The Planet Group

Inventory Coordinator

The Planet Group, Chicago

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Job Title: Inventory Control Coordinator - 3rd shift

Hours: Monday through Friday 10pm - 6am

Pay Rate: $26/hr

On-Site Position

Key Notes:

- 1+ years of inventory control work in any major plant manufacturing environment, large warehouse or distribution facility

- Experience with SAP or related ERP systems and inventory control tool

The Inventory Control Coordinator plays a key role in ensuring accurate inventory management and control within a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include conducting daily inventory operations, maintaining system accuracy, and supporting process improvements through data-driven analysis. Key areas of focus include monitoring material usage variances, executing cycle counts and adjustments, generating inventory performance reports, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

Ways you will make a difference

Create and maintain detailed inventory reports, including counts, discrepancies, and trend analysis

Analyze and report inventory data to management, offering insights and recommendations for improvement

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve inventory and production discrepancies and support production schedules

Maintain accurate inventory records in SAP and Warehouse Management (WM) systems

Ensure correct allocation of inventory to production orders and work centers, supporting operational efficiency

Participate in root-cause investigations for inventory differences, drive corrective action, and verify follow-through

Coach internal employees to use SAP

Support internal and external audits by providing documentation

Contribute to cross-functional continuous improvement initiatives

Skills that will make you successful

Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities

Excellent communication skills with a collaborative mindset

Highly organized with ability to manage multiple priorities

Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy

Experiences that will support your success

  • 1-3 years of experience in inventory, supply chain, or operations analysis, preferably in a manufacturing or CPG environment
  • Experience with SAP or related ERP systems and inventory control tool
  • Exposure to Microsoft Office Suit
  • Hands-on experience with inventory management systems
  • Proven experience in inventory tracking, data analysis, and variance resolution