Position: Inventory Support Specialist
Location: Vernon Hills, IL
Duration: Contract 6 months+

Summary:
As a member of the Information Technology operations team, this position will be responsible for managing the end-to-end lifecycle of IT hardware assets. This role focuses on receiving, shipping, and tracking hardware assets, conducting regular inventory checks, and maintaining accurate records using tools such as Microsoft Excel. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and demonstrates a willingness to learn new technologies, including asset management platforms like ServiceNow.

Responsibilities:

Receiving IT Hardware Assets: Accept incoming hardware shipments, verify delivery contents against purchase orders, and inspect items for damage or discrepancies.
Shipping Hardware Assets: Prepare and package hardware assets for outbound shipment, coordinate with shipping vendors, and track deliveries to ensure timely and accurate dispatch.
Inventory Management: Conduct regular physical inventory checks of hardware assets, reconcile counts with digital records, and identify anomalies or losses.
Data Maintenance: Maintain and update inventory databases and asset logs using Microsoft Excel, ensuring data accuracy and completeness.
Reporting: Generate inventory and shipping reports as needed, highlighting key metrics and trends for management review.
Process Improvement: Participate in process reviews to streamline asset receiving, shipping, and inventory practices.
Collaboration: Coordinate with procurement, IT support, and facilities teams to ensure the smooth flow of hardware assets throughout their lifecycle.

Required Skills:

Experienced in inventory management and shipping/receiving
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data entry, sorting, filtering, and generating basic reports.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to lift and move hardware equipment as needed (in accordance with safety standards).
Previous experience in logistics, inventory management, or related roles is an asset but not required.

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