Inventory Control Specialist

Summary

We are looking for a detail-oriented and dependable Livestock Inventory Specialist to help maintain accurate inventory records in our marine fish, coral, and invertebrate warehouses. This role focuses on daily livestock counts, correcting identification and size errors in our inventory system, and reviewing shipments for potential errors.

The ideal candidate has knowledge of marine fish, corals, and invertebrates, basic computer skills, and experience with Microsoft Excel. Accuracy, consistency, and attention to detail are essential to ensuring our inventory records accurately reflect the livestock we have in stock and the shipments arriving at our facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform daily physical counts of fish, corals, and invertebrates and compare them against known inventory records.
• Identify and correct misidentified livestock and inaccurate size classifications in the inventory system.
• Review shipments after arrival for potential identification and sizing errors.
• Update inventory records accurately.
• Investigate discrepancies and report unresolved issues.
• Work with warehouse team members to maintain accurate and organized inventory records.
• Invoice pre-entry.
• Processing return shipments.
• Support inventory movements and opening space for new arrivals.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to identify marine fish, corals, and invertebrates.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to learn and use inventory management software.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, typically eight hours per shift.
• Dependability, good communication, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Repeated visual inspection and counting of livestock.
• Weekend and/or overtime work may be required.

Previous inventory control or warehouse experience is preferred.

Measures of Success

• Complete assigned daily inventory counts accurately and on time.
• Maintain accurate livestock identification and size records.
• Correct or promptly report identified inventory discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate data in the inventory system software.
• Consistently follow company procedures and communicate issues effectively.

Reporting Structure

Reports to the Inventory Manager.

Overall Goal

Ensure our inventory system accurately reflects the livestock in our warehouse by maintaining reliable counts, correcting identification and sizing errors, and helping prevent inventory mistakes before shipments arrive.