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Inventory Control Specialist (Chicago)

Inventory Control Specialist (Chicago)

TekWissenChicago, IL, US
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Position : Inventory Control Specialist

Location : Chicago, IL

Duration : 3 Months

Job Type : Temporary Assignment

Work Type : Onsite

Shift : Monday to Friday from 08 : 00 AM to 04 : 30 PM

Pay Rate : $20.00 - $25.00 / hr.

Overview :

TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients worldwide. The job opportunity is for one of our clients specializing in biotechnology product development services. Our client is dedicated to supplying laboratory equipment, chemicals, supplies, and services essential in healthcare, scientific research, safety, and education. As the global leader in serving the field of science, our client boasts an annual revenue of around $40 billion with a mission to empower customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. Our client's global team is committed to delivering an unparalleled blend of cutting-edge technologies, convenient procurement options, and pharmaceutical services under their industry-leading brands.

Summary

The Senior Site Specialist / Inventory Control Specialist involves managing inventory operations through a mobile app, ensuring accurate stock levels, handling shipments, and providing responsive customer support. The position requires a detail-oriented, proactive team player who can balance operational efficiency with excellent communication.

Responsibilities

  • Perform replenishments, stock rotation, cycle counts, order entry, returns, and backorder processing using the mobile app
  • Receive, inspect, scan, and store shipments while maintaining accurate inventory records
  • Respond to customer inquiries via email and phone, ensuring timely resolution and trust-building
  • Collaborate with supervisors and teammates to identify and implement workflow improvements
  • Maintain safety and organization standards by following site guidelines and wearing PPE
  • Monitor stock levels proactively to prevent operational disruptions
  • Record inventory transactions on the iBuy Order Form and enter them into the iBuy system
  • Match completed transactions from iBuy to ULS IM
  • Act as the schools customer service contact
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor

Required Skills

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 2 to 3 years of experience in customer-facing, retail stocking, warehouse, or inventory-control roles
  • Proficiency with RF handheld scanners or mobile scanning applications
  • Basic Microsoft Office skills
  • Strong verbal and written English communication, particularly via email
  • Attention to detail, accountability, and ability to work collaboratively
  • Experience creating and analyzing reports in Excel
  • Proven ability to propose and implement process improvements
  • Comfortable working independently and managing multiple priorities

    • TekWissen Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.

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