Logistics Inventory Control Specialist
Auburn, MA, US, 01501
About KARL STORZ
From the operating room to surgery centers and everywhere in between, KARL STORZ North America is a global leader in medical technology and advanced visualization solutions. We design specialty innovations, smart instruments and devices, integrated ecosystems, and intelligent imaging to build a more connected, software-enabled operating room.
As an independent, family-owned MedTech company, we ambitiously think in generations instead of quarters to improve patients' lives around the world.
About the Role
The Inventory Control Specialist plays a critical role in supporting inventory accuracy, audit readiness, and operational excellence across KARL STORZ logistics operations. This position serves as the primary resource for inventory control activities, cycle counting programs, inventory investigations, and SAP-driven inventory management processes across the Auburn facility and third-party logistics partners. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you will analyze complex inventory issues, lead corrective actions, support continuous improvement initiatives, and help ensure product availability for both internal and external customers in a highly regulated medical device environment.
🕒 Schedule: Monday-Friday | 9:00 AM-5:30 PM
What You'll Do
- Lead cycle count programs, inventory audits, and reconciliation activities across warehouse and third-party logistics locations.
- Investigate and resolve complex inventory discrepancies, SAP issues, serial number corrections, and product traceability concerns.
- Develop, maintain, and analyze inventory and operational reports that support business decisions and inventory accuracy.
- Partner with Operations, Customer Support, Sales, Marketing, Purchasing, and other stakeholders to resolve inventory-related issues and support customer needs.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on inventory accuracy, service levels, operational efficiency, and loss prevention.
- Serve as a key resource for SAP testing, system enhancements, audit preparation, and inventory governance activities.
What You Bring
- Associate's degree required.
- 5+ years of experience in distribution, logistics, supply chain, manufacturing, or production environments.
- 5+ years of experience supporting quality assurance, process control, continuous improvement, or inventory management functions.
- Advanced SAP experience with the ability to analyze, troubleshoot, and manage complex inventory transactions.
- Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, Outlook, and Visio.
- Experience working with purchasing, accounting, customer service, and auditing processes.
- Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Knowledge of FDA, QSR, ISO, or other regulated quality systems.
Nice to Have
- Bachelor's degree.
- Professional certifications such as APICS/ASCM, Lean Six Sigma, or Internal Auditor certifications.
- Experience with medical device products and regulated inventory environments.
- Experience operating powered material handling equipment.
- Additional continuous improvement or supply chain certifications.
What Will Make You Successful
- A strong understanding of inventory governance, audit readiness, and inventory control best practices.
- The ability to analyze complex data, identify root causes, and implement effective corrective actions.
- Strong collaboration skills with the ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders.
- A continuous improvement mindset focused on efficiency, accuracy, and customer service.
- Effective communication skills and the ability to present inventory insights and recommendations to leadership.
- Adaptability and attention to detail in a fast-paced operational environment.
Why KARL STORZ?
Join KARL STORZ and be part of a team creating medical innovations that truly make a difference. Beyond technology, you'll be part of a culture that values talent as its greatest asset, empowering you to contribute to a mission that improves patient care worldwide.
Ready to make an impact? Apply to be our next Inventory Control Specialist and help us build the future of MedTech together.
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KARL STORZ is committed to maintaining a safe work environment for our employees and customers. Most field-based roles at KARL STORZ require hospital credentialing/health screens as a condition of employment. Credentialing can include required vaccinations, health screens & other requirements as outlined by our customers. During the interview process, we encourage you to ask how credentialing/health screens may impact the role you are seeking and if you require any reasonable accommodations regarding these requirements.
The pay range and/or hourly pay rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job posting and may be modified in the future. When determining a specific team member’s base salary and/or hourly pay rate, several factors will be considered including such things as location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, professional credentials, internal equity, and the amount budgeted for the role.
KARL STORZ is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills and unique experiences. To achieve this goal, we are committed to diverse voices, and all applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. KARL STORZ is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations during our recruitment process. Should you need assistance or accommodation please email us at taoperations@karlstorz.com.
Nearest Major Market: Worcester