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Inventory Coordinator

Surge Staffing, Lewisburg, TN, United States


Inventory Coordinator
Position Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented Inventory Operations Coordinator to support daily inventory accuracy and warehouse operations. This role acts as a key point of communication between drivers, facility teams, and operations, ensuring smooth coordination of inbound and outbound materials..

Key Responsibilities

Perform daily inventory checks, cycle counts, and material verification

Maintain and update inbound/outbound logs, spreadsheets, and documentation

Communicate with drivers, warehouse staff, and operations teams to ensure efficient workflow

Collect, validate, and report accurate inventory data

Verify and organize BOLs, packing lists, and shipping documentation

Track material types, quantities, and conditions across locations

Assist with inventory discrepancies, reconciliation, and root-cause analysis

Support scheduling, load tracking, and logistics coordination as needed

Follow and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs)

Maintain organized digital and physical records

Assist with inventory audits and compliance processes

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required (Associate degree preferred)

2–5 years of experience in:

Inventory control

Warehouse operations

Logistics or supply chain

Strong Excel / Google Sheets skills (sorting, filtering, formulas like SUM, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP)

Ability to read and interpret BOLs, packing lists, and shipping documents

Solid understanding of inventory management principles

Strong communication and organizational skills

Ability to work independently and follow established procedures

Preferred Experience

Manufacturing, recycling, plastics, or supply chain environments

ERP or WMS systems

Barcode scanners or inventory tracking tools

Cycle counting, audits, and variance analysis

Forklift experience or certification

Work Environment

Warehouse and/or industrial yard setting

Combination of indoor and outdoor work (non-climate controlled at times)

Regular interaction with equipment, trucks, and forklift traffic

PPE required (steel-toe boots, safety vest, etc.)

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods

Lift and move materials up to 25–50 lbs.

Frequent bending, reaching, and movement throughout the facility

Comfortable performing repetitive tasks (counting, scanning, verifying inventory)

What We're Looking For

Strong attendance and reliability

Hands-on inventory or warehouse experience

Basic computer proficiency (Excel/Sheets)

Comfortable in a fast-paced, physical work environment

Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills

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