With a legacy spanning over 35 years, Harris Spice has been a trusted partner and leading supplier of high-quality spices, herbs, and innovative seasoning blends. With international facilities and a global supply chain, we proudly serve multiple channels of trade—including industrial bulk, food service, and retail. Our commitment to excellence, quality and consistency has earned us the trust of some of the nation’s largest and most recognized brands. As Harris Spice continues to grow, we are dedicated to cultivating a dynamic, inclusive workplace where innovation thrives. We're looking for diverse, talented individuals who are ready to grow with us and help strengthen a brand known for trust, quality, and bold flavor solutions.
Position Overview / Job Summary :
We are looking for two (2) Inventory Control Specialists ( work hours 1 : 00pm-8 : 30pm) to join the team! The Inventory Control Specialist is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory records, ensuring efficient stock management, and supporting operational excellence across warehouse and production environments. This role focuses on analyzing inventory data, identifying discrepancies, improving inventory control processes, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to support organizational goals. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and capable of working independently on routine tasks and special projects.
Essential Job Functions :
- Maintain accurate inventory records by tracking incoming and outgoing stock.
- Conduct regular inventory counts and reconcile discrepancies between physical counts and recorded data.
- Monitor daily inventory transactions and address inconsistencies between physical and system records.
- Identify root causes of inventory variances and partner with operations, warehouse, and other teams to implement corrective actions.
- Track and support cycle counts, physical inventories, and related reconciliation activities.
- Analyze inventory levels, usage patterns, and historical trends to recommend replenishment or reduction strategies.
- Monitor and maintain safety stock levels, reorder points, and lead times to support inventory optimization.
- Develop, update, and maintain inventory-related dashboards and reporting tools (e.g., inventory aging, turnover, cycle count accuracy, excess / obsolete stock).
- Evaluate and enhance inventory control processes, documentation, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Support internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with inventory control policies.
- Assist in enforcing company inventory procedures and best practices across departments.
- Lead or work on special projects with minimal supervision.
- Adhere to all Safe Work Practices, organizational standards, and company policies.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet inventory accuracy and operational goals.
- Maintain a clean, organized and safe warehouse environment
- Ability to work with minimum supervision.
- Adhere to and enforce all personal safety procedures; promptly escalate any safety concerns to management
- Maintain regular and punctual attendance in accordance with company standards
- Perform other duties as assigned by management to support departmental operations
- This job description describes just some of the main duties, activities and responsibilities for the role which may change at any time with or without prior notice.
Skills / Qualifications :
High School Diploma or equivalent required1–3 years of experience in traffic, logistics, or related fieldExperience in inventory control, warehouse operations, or supply chain preferred.Strong analytical skills and attention to detail are essential for maintaining accurate inventory records and identifying discrepancies.Familiarity with inventory management software and technology is crucial for efficient inventory tracking and reporting.Excellent organizational and communication skills are necessary for collaborating with various teams and providing customer service related to inventory inquiries.Operate forklifts, reach truck, Rider and sit-down forklift to move materials throughout the warehouse.Basic WMS knowledge is preferredBasic knowledge of MS Office; Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams. Advanced Excel capabilitiesCan work comfortably with all levels of management and personnelMust possess creative problem-solving skillsMust have the ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide into all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.Physical Requirements :
Ability to occasionally lift and / or move items weighing up to 35 poundsFrequent standing, walking, bending, twisting, stooping, grasping, reaching, climbing, and general movement throughout the facility / warehouseAbility to sit, use hands and fingers, reach with arms, bend, kneel, climb, push, and pull as requiredMust be able to work in a warehouse environment that may vary in temperature (hot or cool) and can be noisy at timesThe statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and levels of the work performed by employees, but are not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, the job description does not constitute a written or implied contract for employment. Harris Spice reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Harris Spice is a certified Minority-owned business. Our business is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.