Inventory Control Specialist Resume


Daniel Brewer Inventory Control Specialist (812) 555-7634 daniel.brewer@example.com linkedin.com/example/danielbrewer Evansville, IN 47708 STRENGTHS Inventory accuracy Physical counts were compared with system balances, and discrepancies were researched before orders moved forward. Shipment coordination UPS and FedEx pickups were aligned with routing instructions and customer timing, keeping outbound work orderly. Receiving coverage Cross training in receiving and parts room work helped maintain material availability when workload demands shifted. Safe material handling Forklifts and pallet jacks moved heavy items between warehouse areas with steady attention to safe procedures. Customer service Shortages, damage, and order exceptions were communicated early, giving customer contacts room to resolve issues. SKILLS Inventory control Warehouse management systems RF scanners Shipping and receiving Order fulfillment Physical distribution Material flow Production scheduling support Forklift operation Pallet jack operation UPS shipping FedEx shipping Microsoft Office Inventory reporting Transportation routing LANGUAGES English Native 40 Spanish Beginner 10 MY CAREER SUMMARY Inventory control and warehouse logistics professional with three years supporting shipping, receiving, order fulfillment, physical distribution, material flow, and inventory accuracy in busy distribution environments. Skilled with warehouse management systems, RF scanners, Microsoft Office, inventory reports, UPS and FedEx shipping workflows, transportation routing, and transaction documentation. Prepares finished products, raw stock, parts, supplies, assemblies, and equipment for shipment while verifying quantities, labels, packaging, schedules, and carrier requirements. Cross trained in receiving and parts room functions, with practical experience operating forklifts and pallet jacks and moving materials weighing 40 to 50 pounds. Applies organization, basic math, time management, written communication, and careful recordkeeping across independent and team based work. Supports dependable customer service through accurate material availability and timely warehouse execution. EXPERIENCE Inventory Control Specialist Hoosier Distribution Services April 2025 - Present Evansville, IN Supports central distribution operations through inventory transactions, shipment preparation, receiving coverage, carrier coordination, and material availability reporting. Works independently and with warehouse teams to maintain accurate records, meet customer timing needs, and keep inbound and outbound activity moving. Verified receipts, picks, transfers, and staging using warehouse systems and RF scanners for accurate inventory records. Prepared parts, assemblies, supplies, and equipment with labels, packaging, routing, and carrier documents for shipment. Reconciled physical counts with system balances, researching discrepancies and documenting corrections before order fulfillment continued. Coordinated UPS and FedEx pickups by matching carrier services and routing requirements with customer delivery timing. Cross trained in receiving and parts room functions, maintaining stock locations during changing workload demands. Tracked open orders, receipts, exceptions, and material availability through Microsoft Excel reports for daily shipping priorities. Warehouse Logistics Associate Midwest Fulfillment Partners September 2023 - March 2025 Terre Haute, IN Handled inbound processing, order fulfillment, material handling, shipment staging, and inventory transactions across a fast paced warehouse. Balanced carrier cutoffs, customer priorities, safe equipment operation, and accurate handoffs while supporting dependable day shift distribution. Processed finished goods, raw stock, parts, supplies, and equipment, verifying condition before storage assignment. Picked, packed, wrapped, and staged customer orders according to shipment schedules and documented routing procedures. Moved heavy materials with forklifts and pallet jacks between receiving, storage, production support, and outbound areas. Recorded each material handoff with RF scanners and warehouse software, preserving traceability for inventory counts. Organized daily workload around carrier cutoffs and order priorities, keeping shipment preparation accurate during peak periods. Reported shortages, damaged materials, and order exceptions to inventory and customer service contacts for timely resolution. PROJECTS Inbound Material Availability Initiative 2026 Improved daily visibility into receipts, inventory exceptions, open orders, and material availability through Microsoft Excel reporting and warehouse records. Carrier Shipment Accuracy Program 2025 Supported accurate UPS and FedEx shipment preparation by checking quantities, packaging, labels, routing instructions, and carrier documentation before release. LEADERSHIP & AWARDS Forklift operator certification recognition, 2024, reflecting safe material movement and dependable warehouse equipment operation. Cross training recognition, 2025, for supporting receiving and parts room coverage during changing distribution workloads. EDUCATION High School Diploma Terre Haute South Vigo High School GPA: 3.0 2023 Terre Haute, IN Coursework: Basic mathematics, written communication, workplace safety, computer applications CERTIFICATIONS Forklift Operator Certification 2024 Pallet Jack Safety Training 2024 TECHNICAL SKILLS Warehouse Systems: Warehouse management systems, RF scanners, inventory databases Shipping Carriers: UPS, FedEx, carrier pickup scheduling Microsoft Office: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office Inventory Control: Cycle counts, transaction records, discrepancy research Order Fulfillment: Picking, packing, staging, order verification Receiving Operations: Inbound receipts, unpacking, condition checks Material Handling: Forklifts, pallet jacks, wrapping equipment Transportation Routing: Routing instructions, delivery schedules, carrier services Warehouse Documentation: Labels, shipping records, supporting documentation Distribution Operations: Physical distribution, parts room, stock locations SKILLS Inventory control Warehouse management systems RF scanners Shipping and receiving Order fulfillment Physical distribution Material flow Production scheduling support Forklift operation Pallet jack operation UPS shipping FedEx shipping Microsoft Office Inventory reporting Transportation routing PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS Warehouse operations teams, collaborating across receiving, inventory, parts room, production support, and outbound staging. Customer service and carrier contacts, coordinating shipment exceptions, routing requirements, pickups, and delivery timing. LANGUAGES English (Native) Spanish (Beginner) ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Work Status : Authorized to work in United States. No sponsorship required. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Work Status : Authorized to work in United States. No sponsorship required. REFERENCES AVAILABLE ON REQUEST