Plant 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.

Summary: The Inventory Specialist 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 Specialist 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:

• Maintain finished goods inventory count and data accuracy
• Manage finished goods discrepancies and resolution
• Ensure accurate data entry for returned goods inventory
• Reconciles all site equipment and goods including but not limited to uniforms, office supplies, maintenance equipment, tools and housekeeping supplies, etc.
• Ensures that all non-finished goods inventory purchased as the location buyer is processed properly, and vendor invoices are closed timely.
• Onsite subject matter expert for verifying that all purchases initiated through a Purchase Order are processed according to standard work.
• Partner with the finance, maintenance engineering and procurement teams to oversee inventory management, data and processes for fixed assets at the site level.
• Key procurement liaison for communicating site’s fixed asset utilization needs and justification for FA retained inventory
• Maximize spend consolidation through national supply agreements and preferred vendor lists when applicable.
• Adhere to vendor payment terms, proactively resolving any invoice related issues that could hold payment.
• Create and manage interplant orders for non-pipe and fittings moving from manufacturing locations to pipe locations
• Manages quality material status based on established ADS quality standards and processes.

Job Skills:

This position should possess the following skills/knowledge:

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

Educational Requirements:

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

 Preferred Experience:

• 3-5 years’ experience in inventory management

Physical Requirements:

• 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.
• 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.
• 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