Plant Inventory Specialist

Inventory Specialist

Advanced Drainage Systems is a leading manufacturer of stormwater and onsite septic wastewater solutions, committed to sustainability and innovation. With a vast manufacturing and distribution network, we deliver high-quality products across multiple industries while recycling over half a billion pounds of plastic annually. At ADS, we foster a culture where diverse perspectives drive better ideas, ensuring every employee feels valued, heard, and empowered to make an impact.

Responsibilities

The Inventory Specialist oversees all inventory, vendor contracts and purchases for a pipe manufacturing plant. Priorities of the Inventory Specialist include maintaining accurate inventory counts, oversight of processing of all plant purchases and a liaison with corporate inventory partners. An Inventory Specialist is an individual contributor that is a local subject matter expert on all things related to plant inventory. This position requires the flexibility to work 40+ hours per week. The Inventory Specialist reports directly to the Plant Manager.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to :

• Maintain finished goods inventory count and data accuracy
• Manage finished goods discrepancies and resolution
• Ensure accurate data entry for returned goods inventory
• Reconciles all site equipment and goods including but not limited to uniforms, office supplies, maintenance equipment, tools and housekeeping supplies, etc.
• Ensures that all non-finished goods inventory purchased as the location buyer is processed properly, and vendor invoices are closed timely.
• Onsite subject matter expert for verifying that all purchases initiated through a Purchase Order are processed according to standard work.
• Partner with the finance, maintenance engineering and procurement teams to oversee inventory management, data and processes for fixed assets at the site level.
• Key procurement liaison for communicating site's fixed asset utilization needs and justification for FA retained inventory
• Maximize spend consolidation through national supply agreements and preferred vendor lists when applicable.
• Adhere to vendor payment terms, proactively resolving any invoice related issues that could hold payment.
• Create and manage interplant orders for non-pipe and fittings moving from manufacturing locations to pipe locations
• Manages quality material status based on established ADS quality standards and processes.

Job Skills

This position should possess the following skills / knowledge :

Educational Requirements

Preferred Experience

Physical Requirements

Company Benefits

Health & Welfare Benefits : Medical and prescription drug plans, telemedicine (with medical plan), dental and vision plans, virtual physical therapy

Financial Benefits : Retirement 401k program with company match, an employee stock purchase plan (voluntary), financial wellness planning

Why Join ADS?

Growth Opportunities & Global Presence : With a global network of approximately 70 manufacturing plants and 40 distribution centers, ADS offers extensive opportunities for career growth and development in various locations around the world.

Inclusive and Creative Work Culture : ADS fosters a culture of passion, innovation, and continuous improvement, empowering employees to shape industry-leading solutions. We value diverse perspectives, recognizing that they drive better ideas, processes, and performance. Our workplace is built on respect, inclusivity, and shared responsibility, ensuring every team member feels valued and contributes to our collective success.

Innovative & Sustainability Focused : Advanced Drainage Systems is one of the largest plastic recyclers in North America, ensuring over half a billion pounds of plastic is kept out of landfills every year.