DC Inventory Specialist
Listed on 2026-01-28
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Business
Supply Chain / Intl. Trade
Newell Brands is a leading consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands like Graco®, Coleman®, Oster®, Rubbermaid®, Sharpie® and Yankee Candle®. A global team of 24,000 talented teammates around the world. Our culture is built on values in action:
Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Winning, Ownership, and Leadership. We work together to win, grow, and make a real impact—supported by a high‑performing, inclusive, and collaborative environment where you can be your best, every day.
Job Title: DC Inventory Specialist
Reports To: Inventory Manager
Location: Gastonia, NC
- Maintain SKU master data in sync with host systems
- Responsible for all data entry initiatives
- Inventory research and trend analysis
- System reconciliation
- Slotting
- Data research
- Product data analysis
- Warehouse utilization
- COF research
- Cycle counts / warehouse accuracy
- System maintenance
- Reporting
- Global business segment support (sourcing, quality, data governance, etc.)
- Proficiency in SAP, OTM and PKMS
- Knowledge of Supply Chain best practices and procedures
- Strong work ethic with a "can do" attitude
- Strong proficiency and comfortable with computer systems and ideally have experience with various retail or distribution computer systems.
- A good communicator who is energetic, quick study and analytical. Strong analytical, conceptual and problem‑solving skills.
- Able to identify and formulate solutions to problems and have extreme attention to detail.
- Able to work independently
- Attention to detail and organization
- Ability to cross‑train and learn other transportation functions assigned by management
- With or without reasonable accommodation
- High school diploma or GED
- 3-5 years in logistics inventory control role or equivalent analytical experience
- General knowledge of shipping, receiving and distribution center operation; understanding of transportation best practices and procedures preferred.
- Systems knowledge (SAP, OTM, WMS)
- Intermediate to advanced skills with MS Office Products
- Solid analytical skills and problem‑solving skills with high detail orientation
- Good communication both written and verbal is necessary due to the significant interaction required to ensure alignment and coordination across groups
- Ability to plan work on daily basis, work independently, self‑motivated
- Ability to cross‑train and learn other supply chain functions as assigned
- Ability to be a team player
Newell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL) is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well‑known brands, including Rubbermaid, Sharpie, Graco, Coleman, Rubbermaid Commercial Products, Yankee Candle, Paper Mate, Food Saver, Dymo, EXPO, Elmer’s, Oster, NUK, Spontex and Campingaz. We are focused on delighting consumers by lighting up everyday moments. Newell Brands and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with applicable employment laws.
EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.
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