Inventory Coordinator

Job description

**About the Role** We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Inventory Coordinator to support inventory operations, logistics coordination, and material tracking across field and operational teams. In this role, you will act as a key connection point between field operations, logistics, procurement, and repair teams, ensuring materials and equipment are accurately tracked, distributed, and maintained throughout their lifecycle. Your work will directly support field repairs, refurbishment activities, production builds, and operational readiness. ### Key Responsibilities **Logistics & Distribution** - Coordinate inbound and outbound material movements for field repairs, refurbishments, upgrades, and operational builds - Work closely with logistics teams to ensure accurate routing and timely delivery of materials - Communicate material usage, inventory status, and disposition requirements - Request production orders and support operational material allocation changes - Coordinate material transfers between repair stations, hubs, and field locations - Manage material disposition and inventory handling processes **Systems & Inventory Management** - Maintain and update inventory and material records in internal inventory management systems - Monitor inventory dashboards and initiate corrective actions when discrepancies are identified - Update systems to reflect material movement between repair stations, hubs, and field operations - Review inventory minimum and maximum stock levels to support regional operational requirements - Assist with troubleshooting and resolving inventory system-related issues - Ensure inventory data accuracy and operational compliance **Procurement & Project Support** - Coordinate material distribution requests from operational and project teams - Work with procurement teams to support production builds and supply requests - Support creation and maintenance of BOM (Bill of Materials) configurations for project-specific requirements - Maintain operational checklists and collaborate with teams on packaging and equipment handling improvements - Review process documentation and communicate workflow updates to relevant stakeholders **Inventory Audits & Forecasting** - Manage equipment inventory and support spare parts forecasting activities - Monitor inventory availability across hubs, service centers, and field locations - Escalate projected shortages and support inventory planning activities - Assist logistics teams with cycle counts and inventory audits - Support bi-annual and annual physical inventory counts across operational facilities and partner locations **Material Handling Scope** The role requires a strong understanding of inventory classification and material usage, including: - Field replaceable units (FRUs) - Sensor platform equipment - Production and repair components - Raw materials and prototyping assets - Expense and operational inventory items - Third-party equipment used alongside operational assets ### Qualifications **Education** - High School Diploma or equivalent required - Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations, Engineering, or related field preferred **Experience** - 2+ years of experience in inventory coordination, logistics, supply chain, or warehouse operations - Experience working with inventory management systems and operational tracking tools preferred **Preferred Skills** - Strong organizational and inventory management skills - Experience with ERP or inventory management systems (SAP experience preferred) - Ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced operational environments - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills - Excellent attention to detail and data accuracy - Effective communication and coordination skills - Proficiency with spreadsheets and reporting tools - Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams ### Work Environment - Combination of office, warehouse, and operational support activities - May require coordination across multiple locations and time-sensitive operational requests - Flexibility to support changing operational priorities when needed