What are the responsibilities and job description for the Inventory Control Specialist (AA-398-25E) WHITTIER position at Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts?
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POSTING #AA-398-25E
INVENTORY CONTROL SPECIALIST
LOCATION: FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT, PURCHASING SECTION, JOINT ADMINISTRATION OFFICE, WHITTIER
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: To plan, coordinate, and provide administrative oversight and inventory control over warehouses, stockrooms, and storerooms throughout the Districts.
JOB SUMMARY: The major job duties are listed below. For a detailed list, please see the job description.
Under the supervision of a Purchasing Supervisor or higher classification the incumbent will:
NOTE: The individual(s) recommended for hire must undergo a reference check, background check, DMV report, pre-employment physical and drug test.
To learn more about how the Sanitation Districts convert waste into resources, please visit the following video: Converting Waste into Resources.
For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact Antonio Archuleta at antonioarchuleta@lacsd.org.
As an equal opportunity employer, the Districts strongly encourage people with disabilities and people from historically marginalized communities to apply.
POSTING #AA-398-25E
INVENTORY CONTROL SPECIALIST
LOCATION: FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT, PURCHASING SECTION, JOINT ADMINISTRATION OFFICE, WHITTIER
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: To plan, coordinate, and provide administrative oversight and inventory control over warehouses, stockrooms, and storerooms throughout the Districts.
JOB SUMMARY: The major job duties are listed below. For a detailed list, please see the job description.
Under the supervision of a Purchasing Supervisor or higher classification the incumbent will:
- Exercise administrative oversight and control over the operations of all District warehouses, stockrooms, and satellite storerooms.
- Establish, revise and enforce standardized procedures, policies, and methods for all warehouse and stockroom operations by providing instruction and creating manuals and memoranda on procedures.
- Review stock room requisitions to confirm availability of items and resolve discrepancies.
- Maintain appropriate inventory levels at all locations by evaluating usage reports and replenishing items as needed.
- Compile and maintain manual or computerized records, such as material inventory, and status and location of materials to evaluate inventory accuracy and value.
- Analyze inventory reports and working with Warehouse Coordinators, Storekeepers, and Stock Clerks to resolve inventory discrepancies.
- Develop procedures and practices to prevent the loss of stock items through theft and pilferage.
- Recommend, coordinate and assist in the implementation of changes to the computerized inventory control system.
- Coordinate with suppliers and vendors to confirm order details, track deliveries, resolve discrepancies, and maintain positive working relationships to support timely procurement and replenishment of stock.
- A valid California Class C driver license; AND
- One of the following options:
- Option A: Two (2) years of experience in the County Sanitation Districts of Los Angeles County as a General Services Worker, Stock Clerk, Storekeeper, or Warehouse Coordinator
- Option B: Two (2) years of experience with the primary responsibility for inventory control using computerized inventory systems to receive, store, and issue supplies and equipment
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Industrial Technology, or a related field
- ASCM Certification (e.g., CTSC, CPIM, CSPC, CLTD)
- Experience performing inventory control and materials management in a multi-site warehouse or storeroom environment, preferably in a public-sector, utility, or industrial setting
- Experience coordinating with suppliers and vendors to track orders, resolve delivery discrepancies, and support timely replenishment
- Hands-on experience with:
- Requisition review and inventory discrepancy resolution
- Inventory level analysis, usage reporting, and replenishment planning
- Physical inventory counts, cycle counts, and variance reconciliation
- Coordination with warehouse staff to maintain inventory accuracy
- Proficiency using computerized inventory control systems (e.g., ERP/WMS) to track material status, location, and valuation and generate inventory reports
- Best practices for coordinating workflows and training personnel across multiple warehouses and stockrooms
- Modern warehouse operations methods and procedures
- Methods of stock control and inventory
- Computerized asset management systems
- Word processing, database, and spreadsheet software
- Applicable safety practices
- Financial planning principles related to warehouse and inventory operations
- Plan and coordinate the work of staff performing warehouse and stockroom functions
- Formulate and implement policies and procedures
- Coordinate the functioning of multiple warehouses, stockrooms, and satellite storerooms
- Create clear and concise reports and spreadsheets
- Solve complex warehouse problems and improve processes
- Provide effective customer service
- Communicate clearly orally and in writing
- Forecast Districts’ warehousing needs
- All applications will be reviewed to determine if the conditions and qualifications for testing are met.
- The selection process consists of a written test weighted at 30% and an interview weighted at 70% and will be the same for all qualified applicants.
- Candidates must receive a qualifying score on each selection component to move forward in the selection process.
- The written test will be held on Tuesday, February 10, 2026.
- The interviews are tentatively scheduled for the week of February 16, 2026.
NOTE: The individual(s) recommended for hire must undergo a reference check, background check, DMV report, pre-employment physical and drug test.
To learn more about how the Sanitation Districts convert waste into resources, please visit the following video: Converting Waste into Resources.
For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact Antonio Archuleta at antonioarchuleta@lacsd.org.
As an equal opportunity employer, the Districts strongly encourage people with disabilities and people from historically marginalized communities to apply.