Inventory Specialist in Perry, Florida at Big Top Manufacturing, LLC

For over four decades, Big Top has manufactured and installed high-performance fabric structures in the United States, delivering American-made quality, innovation, and reliability. We don’t just build shelters—we engineer solutions that optimize operations, safeguard assets, and provide a competitive edge for companies worldwide. With the support and financial backing of Altamont Capital Partners, we are in an exciting phase of growth, expansion, and innovation.

Job Summary: The Inventory Specialist is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory records, monitoring stock levels, and ensuring efficient inventory operations. This role supports supply chain and operational effectiveness by tracking inventory movements, conducting audits, and collaborating with internal teams to prevent shortages and overstock situations. This position reports to the Purchasing Manager.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

FLSA Classification: Non- Exempt

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Monitor inventory levels and report shortages, discrepancies, or excess stock.
• Perform routine physical counts, cycle counts, and inventory audits.
• Reconcile discrepancies between physical inventory and system records.
• Verify incoming shipments against purchase orders and packing slips to ensure accuracy in quantity, description, and condition; coordinate with Purchasing and vendors to resolve issues.
• Accurately record receipt of goods in the inventory/ERP system to maintain real-time inventory visibility.
• Coordinate with Purchasing, Warehouse, and Operations teams to support timely inventory replenishment.
• Organize and maintain storage areas to ensure accessibility, proper labeling, and efficient space utilization.
• Analyze inventory data to identify trends, usage patterns, and opportunities for process improvement.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and inventory control procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Experience with ERP systems.
• Knowledge of inventory auditing processes and cycle counting.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and capable of managing multiple priorities.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Basic math and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Associates degree preferred.
• Proven experience in inventory control, warehouse operations or supply chain roles.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to accurately exchange information with co-workers, customers, vendors, and management.
• Heavy lifting (50lbs) is required on a regular basis.
• Must be able to traverse facilities and machinery by climbing, balancing, lifting, walking, stooping, bending, pushing, pulling, and carrying materials.
• Prolonged periods working on feet.
• Manual dexterity and visual acuity to properly evaluate quality of incoming materials.
• Temperature of work environment ranges from 15 - 110°F.

Normal work hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. Hours subject to change at the discretion of management. Overtime is required as needed to support production goals.

At Big Top, our actions are guided by a strong set of core values; a pursuit of excellence, a commitment to teamwork, a sense of ownership and a focus on being solution-oriented. We believe each team member plays an important role in helping us achieve our shared goals and we are continuously striving to build a workplace where employees are empowered to contribute in new ways.

After 60 days, employees are provided with health, dental and vision insurance at no cost – the premiums are 100% employer-paid! Other benefits include 401(k) with company match, free short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, and an employee assistance program. We also offer a generous vacation allowance to support work-life balance and employee wellbeing.

Big Top does not discriminate based upon race, religion, gender, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. We comply with all federal and state disability laws and make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our Human Resources department.

Drug-Free Workplace.

Big Top is headquartered in Perry, Florida, about 50 miles outside of Tallahassee. Located along Florida's Nature Coast, Perry offers an abundance of outdoor activities such as hunting, fishing, camping, and boating. Learn more about Perry by visiting https://www.visitflorida.com/places-to-go/north-central/perry/.