Sr. Inventory Associate

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About the Role (Job Summary)

We are seeking a Senior Inventory Control Associate to join our Distribution Operations team. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining inventory accuracy, conducting inventory audits and reconciliations, and ensuring materials and products are properly tracked throughout the supply chain. You will play a critical role in supporting warehouse operations by analyzing inventory performance, resolving discrepancies, maintaining compliance records, and ensuring inventory is secure and readily accessible to authorized personnel.

This position is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, and ERP systems such as SAP and AS400.

Shift: Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM

What You'll Do (Responsibilities)

• Maintain accurate inventory records for raw materials, work-in-process inventory, and finished goods.
• Conduct cycle counts and physical inventory audits, reconciling results with system records.
• Verify quantities and documentation for incoming and outgoing shipments.
• Analyze inventory throughout the product lifecycle to identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for improvement.
• Investigate and resolve inventory variances while maintaining high levels of inventory accuracy.
• Ensure inventory and materials are properly identified, secured, documented, and accessible to authorized personnel.
• Maintain accurate inventory documentation and compliance records.
• Prepare inventory reports, metrics, and findings for leadership as needed.
• Collaborate with warehouse, operations, transportation, and supplier partners to support inventory management objectives.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to inventory control processes and warehouse operations.

Basic Requirements

• Typically requires 3+ years of related experience
• Experience conducting physical inventory counts, cycle counts, and inventory reconciliations.
• Experience using SAP, AS400, or similar inventory/ERP systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule as required to meet business needs.
• MHE certified, or willing to obtain certification

Preferred Skills/Experience

• Experience operating powered industrial equipment
• Experience working in high-volume distribution, logistics, or supply chain environments.
• Knowledge of inventory auditing practices and inventory control best practices.
• Experience generating inventory reports and performance metrics.
• Familiarity with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
• Ability to analyze inventory discrepancies and implement corrective actions.

Travel Requirements

• Minimal travel required.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Combination of warehouse and office environment.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull materials weighing up to 50 lbs. consistent with warehouse operations.
• Ability to work in a distribution center environment with varying temperatures and noise levels.
• Ability to safely operate warehouse equipment and follow all safety procedures.

We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson, please click here.

Our Base Pay Range for this position

$17.53 - $29.21

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