Inventory Control Specialist

Certified Group is committed to partnering with customers to deliver innovative scientific solutions and expertise – So The World Can Trust In What It Consumes™. Our network of 30+ North American and European laboratories serves the food & beverage, dietary supplements, cosmetics, OTC, tobacco/nicotine, cannabis, and hemp industries.
Our Brands
Certified Group is comprised of a set of specialized brands that collectively deliver laboratory testing, regulatory consulting, and certification & audit services across highly regulated industries:
Certified Laboratories – Provides comprehensive analytical and microbiological testing, primarily supporting food, beverage, cosmetics, OTC, and dietary supplement industries.
Food Safety Net Services (FSNS) – A leading network of ISO-accredited laboratories across North America, focused on food safety testing, operational support, and technical services for the food industry.
Labstat – A global leader in contract research and testing for nicotine, tobacco, cannabis, hemp, and next-generation products, with deep expertise in analytical chemistry and toxicology.
EAS Consulting Group – A regulatory consulting firm offering expert guidance, training, and auditing support across FDA, USDA, and other regulated sectors, powered by a large network of independent advisors.
FSNS Certification & Audit – Provides accredited third-party auditing and certification services, including food safety, animal welfare, and GMP programs.
Job Summary:
Coordinate the activities involved in procuring and maintaining records of material, equipment, merchandise, or supplies.
Essential Responsibilities:
Assemble and maintain records of quantity, type, and value of material, equipment, merchandise, or supplies
stocked in inventory
Count material, equipment, merchandise and/or in-stock supplies and post totals to inventory records
Compare inventories to records to obtain current inventory
Verify clerical computations against physical count of stock and adjust errors in computation or count; investigate
and report reasons for discrepancies
Compile information on receipt or disbursement of material, equipment, merchandise or supplies and compute
inventory balance, price, and cost
Prepare reports, such as inventory balance, price lists and shortages
Inspect unacceptable goods or supplies to determine source of problem and recommend corrective action
Review all purchase documents to ensure they are reflective of the quoted price and quality of the requisition
with the vendor and handle discrepancies within limitations and scope of authority
Maintain effective communication with all internal customers
Perform all administrative and other accounting duties as assigned
Research and compare costs for new items and make suggestions of most suitable items to lab and/or corporate
management
Maintain the organization and cleanliness of all inventory areas.
Assisting with managing priorities and schedule such that individual goals as well as team goals are achieved with
encouraged participation in the Food Safety Net Services Team
Responsible for the safety of oneself and others working within their area
Responsible for the completion of required training
Education & Experience:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
1 or more years of inventory management and control experience required
Physical Demands/Work Environment:
Strong organizational skills and ability to execute manual detailed tasks
Flexible schedules
Work under stress with interruptions and deadlines
Ability to think logically
Required to wear appropriate protective clothing
Required to use appropriate protective equipment
The compensation details provided below reflect the expected pay range for this role, based on the selected compensation structure and applicable guidelines. Actual pay within this range may vary depending on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, and geographic location. Additional components of total rewards—such as bonuses, benefits, or incentives—may also apply where applicable.
Salary Range for Pay Transparency
$18.50—$18.50 USD
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