Inventory Specialist

Advanced Drainage Systems is a leading manufacturer of stormwater and onsite septic wastewater solutions, committed to sustainability and innovation. With a vast manufacturing and distribution network, we deliver high-quality products across multiple industries while recycling over half a billion pounds of plastic annually. At ADS, we foster a culture where diverse perspectives drive better ideas, ensuring every employee feels valued, heard, and empowered to make an impact.

The Inventory Specialists oversees all inventory, vendor contracts and purchases for a pipe manufacturing plant. Priorities of the Inventory Specialist include maintaining accurate inventory counts, oversight of processing of all plant purchases and a liaison with corporate inventory partners.  An Inventory Specialists is an individual contributor that is a local subject matter expert on all things related to plant inventory. This position requires the flexibility to work 40+ hours per week. The Inventory Specialist reports directly to the Plant Manager.

Primary Job Responsibilities:
The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

o Maintain finished goods inventory count and data accuracy
o Manage finished goods discrepancies and resolution
o Ensure accurate data entry for returned goods inventory
o Reconciles all site inventory including but not limited to uniforms, raw materials, office supplies, maintenance equipment, tools and housekeeping supplies, etc.
o Primary plant contact for all local vendor contracts.
o Ensures that all local vendors are set up, qualified and maintained by utilizing established processes and procedures.
o Verifies key contract requirements and partners with corporate procurement team to approve conducting business with local vendors.
o Ensures that all non-finished goods inventory received into the location is processed properly and vendor POs are closed timely.
o Onsite subject matter expert for verifying that all purchases are initiated through a Purchase Order, eliminating after-the-fact PO’s.
o Partner with the procurement team to oversee inventory management, data and processes for fixed assets at the site level.
o Key procurement liaison for communicating site’s fixed asset utilization needs and justification for FA retained inventory
o Maximize spend consolidation through national supply agreements and preferred vendor lists when applicable.
o Adhere to vendor payment terms, proactively resolving any invoice related issues that could hold payment.
o Create and manage interplant orders for non-pipe and fittings moving from manufacturing locations to pipe locations

Job Skills:
This position should possess the following skills/knowledge:

o Inventory management
o Strong Organizational skills
o Ability to prioritize and flex with competing business needs
o Excels and detail orientation
o Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
o Self-motivated and problem-solving minded
o Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to partner with corporate and plant personnel
o Excellent computer skills with an emphasis on excel

Educational Requirements:

o High School/Vocational School Diploma or equivalent
o Associates degree preferred

Preferred Experience:

o 3-5 years’ experience in inventory management

Physical Requirements:

o The employee will be sitting at a desk for an extended period of time, so they must be able to sit in a chair for up to 6-8 hours at a time.
o The employee will be typing, answering the phone, and using their hands in other ways throughout the day and must have full use of their hands.
o Physical inventory counts will be conducted regularly, and the Inventory Specialist will be required to repetitively bend, kneel and stretch throughout a shift.

Health & Welfare Benefits: Medical and prescription drug plans, telemedicine (with medical plan), dental and vision plans, virtual physical therapy*, an employee assistance program (EAP)*, and voluntary accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnification programs.

 Financial Benefits: Retirement 401k program with company match, an employee stock purchase plan (voluntary), financial wellness planning*, paid parental leave*, flexible spending accounts (FSA) for child care and health care, short-term and long-term disability*, basic life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D)*, adoption financial reimbursement*, tuition reimbursement*, voluntary life insurance (for employees, spouses, and children), and voluntary identity theft and fraud protection.

*100% paid by ADS.

Growth Opportunities & Global Presence: With a global network of approximately 70 manufacturing plants and 40 distribution centers, ADS offers extensive opportunities for career growth and development in various locations around the world.

Inclusive and Creative Work Culture: ADS fosters a culture of passion, innovation, and continuous improvement, empowering employees to shape industry-leading solutions. We value diverse perspectives, recognizing that they drive better ideas, processes, and performance. Our workplace is built on respect, inclusivity, and shared responsibility, ensuring every team member feels valued and contributes to our collective success.

Innovative & Sustainability Focused: Advanced Drainage Systems is one of the largest plastic recyclers in North America, ensuring over half a billion pounds of plastic is kept out of landfills every year.

Learn More: https://www.adspipe.com/about-us

ADS supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience, and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. ADS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.