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Toyota

Inventory Management Analyst

Noblesville, IN · On-site

Inventory Management Analyst Job Overview: The Inventory Management Analyst supports inventory control and cost analytics activities for Toyota Automated Logistics , contributing to accurate ...

Performance Food Group

Manager, Inventory

Whitestown, IN · On-site

$75K/yr

This is a hands-on management position that will lead by example and delegate to the team in a fast ... Manages inventory tracking system to record deliveries, usage and stock levels. * Evaluates ...

Fleet Feet

Inventory Manager

Carmel, IN · On-site

Expand your skills in inventory management, leadership, and customer experience. * Community Impact: Work for a company that champions local events, fitness initiatives, and inclusivity. Benefits ...

Fleet Feet

Inventory Manager

Carmel, IN · On-site

Expand your skills in inventory management, leadership, and customer experience. * Community Impact: Work for a company that champions local events, fitness initiatives, and inclusivity. Benefits ...

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How much do inventory management jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for inventory management in Indiana is $55,100.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38,100.00 and $60,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced in inventory management roles, and how can they be addressed?

Inventory management professionals often encounter challenges such as maintaining accurate stock levels, preventing overstock or stockouts, and adapting to fluctuating demand. Addressing these issues typically involves utilizing inventory management software, establishing clear communication with suppliers and internal teams, and regularly reviewing inventory data to identify trends. Proactive problem-solving and a keen attention to detail are crucial for minimizing errors and ensuring smooth operations within the supply chain.

What is the difference between Inventory Management vs Inventory Control?

AspectInventory ManagementInventory Control
Primary FocusOverseeing overall inventory processes, planning, and strategyMonitoring and regulating stock levels, accuracy, and movement
ResponsibilitiesForecasting demand, procurement, and supply chain coordinationStock counts, record accuracy, and discrepancy resolution
Skills & CertificationsInventory management software, supply chain knowledge, certifications like APICS CSCPInventory auditing, data analysis, attention to detail
Work EnvironmentWarehouses, distribution centers, retail operationsWarehouses, stockrooms, retail stores

While both roles focus on stock, Inventory Management involves strategic planning and overall oversight, whereas Inventory Control emphasizes maintaining accurate stock records and physical counts. Understanding these differences helps organizations optimize their inventory processes effectively.

What is inventory management?

Inventory management is the process of ordering, storing, tracking, and controlling a company's inventory. It ensures that businesses have the right quantity of products in the right place at the right time. Effective inventory management helps reduce costs, prevent stockouts or overstock situations, and improves overall operational efficiency. This process often involves using specialized software and techniques to monitor inventory levels, orders, sales, and deliveries.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in Inventory Management, and why are they important?

To thrive in Inventory Management, you need strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and knowledge of supply chain processes, often supported by a degree in business, logistics, or a related field. Familiarity with inventory management software such as SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite, and sometimes relevant certifications like APICS CPIM, is typically required. Effective communication, organizational skills, and problem-solving abilities set outstanding inventory managers apart. These skills ensure optimal stock levels, cost control, and seamless operations, directly impacting business efficiency and customer satisfaction.
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Inventory Management Specialist

Inventory Management Specialist

Veterans Health Administration

Indianapolis, IN • On-site, Remote

$50K - $80K/yr

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago

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Summary
This position is located at the Richard L. Roudebush VAMC Indianapolis, IN. This position serves as an Inventory Manager in the Commodity Management Division of the Logistics Service in the VA Health Care System responsible for the inventory and management of all expendable supplies and durable medical equipment in the assigned area(s)
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This position serves as a Property Manager in the Material Management Division of the Logistics Service in the VA Health Care System responsible for the inventory and lifecycle management of all non-expendable (NX) equipment in the assigned area(s). Major duties and responsibilities include:
  • Conducts short, mid and long-term advanced planning for new and replacement NX assets, utilizing enterprise-wide computerized planning tools. Analyzes data to include projected lifecycle, down time, repair rates, lost workload, cost, depreciation, trade-in value and other factors which impact procurement decisions. Advanced planning requires significant interaction and coordination with service lines, biomedical engineering, and other stakeholders to balance competing priorities including clinical requirements, technological enhancements, and budget constraints. Computes requirements for equipment inventory items. Utilizes a range of well-established and commonly applied inventory principles, standard and non-standard methodologies, and concepts to determine need to intervene in the supply system in response to fluctuations in rates of usage, cost, availability for established suppliers, alternative sources of supply and other similar conditions.
  • Develops and supports the creation of acquisition strategies and standardization initiatives to acquire and purchase high-tech, high-cost medical devices, surgical equipment devices and major classes of materials, displaying familiarity with contracting laws and regulations with industry practices. Supports customers and acquisition personnel in developing requirements, utilizing mandatory sources and standardization of sources. Exercises Ordering Officer Authority in determining best value and contract sourcing.
  • Participates in VISN and facility strategic planning to support major and minor construction projects, activation of new facilities, and reuse of existing space involving multi-million dollar projects.
  • Conducts data/information analysis for acquisition planning associated with materials and/or capital equipment. Assists customers in the creation of Performance Work Statements for equipment procurement. Researches alternative sources for equipment procurement. Independently determines the best purchasing and payment method to utilize; i.e. purchase card order, contract document, etc. Decisions regarding procurement methods are made in accordance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and the VA Acquisition Regulations (VAAR) for competition and formal advertisement.
  • Analyzes and advises the customer on equipment purchase recommendations utilizing the "best value" approach, which may include criteria such as special features of the supply or service that are required in effective program performance that is not provided by a comparable supply or service; trade in considerations; probable life of the item selected as compared with that of a comparable item; warranty considerations; maintenance availability; past performance; and environmental and energy efficiency considerations. Conducts market research on product pricing and performance. Identifies equipment items that offer the greatest potential for standardization.
  • Reviews and reports back to Fiscal on listings of delinquent payments and receipts of equipment purchase orders. Corresponds with procurement officials, vendors, project engineers and other stakeholders to resolve issues, such as inspections, installation, training and deployment of equipment.
  • Coordinates final disposition of NX assets, including the reutilization program; organizes requirements of hazardous materials disposal, IT sanitization control; and appropriate shipment and transfer method. Implements Federal and Agency programs to promote maximum utilization of excess generated within the VA and to enable the economical acquisition of other Federal Agencies' excess property. Disposes of surplus or excess property in accordance with specific agency directives and procedures. Acts as the Custodial Official for VA during the sale process and until property is removed from the assigned area.
  • Supports other elements of the organization and performs other duties as assigned.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 0700AM-3:30PM
Position Description/PD#: Inventory Management Specialist/PD99824S
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
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Conditions of employment
  • You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job
  • To be considered for this position, you must complete all required steps in the process. In addition to the application and questionnaire, this position requires an online assessment. The online assessment measures critical general competencies required to perform the job.
  • Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
  • Physical Requirements: The work required does not inherently include any physical requirements essential for successful job performance that could not otherwise be performed with accommodation or workplace adjustment. A pre-placement physical examination is not required.
  • Subject to background/security investigation
  • Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment.
  • Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP)

As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider:
  • your performance and conduct;
  • the needs and interests of the agency;
  • whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and
  • whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.

Upon completion of your probationary period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
Qualifications
NOTE: You MUST include qualifying specialized experience employment periods in mm/yyyy to mm/yyyy format on your resume and indicate Full-Time or Part-Time (if Part-time, must include # of hours worked per week). AND, if you have held a Government position, that position's grade level MUST be listed on your resume; Failure to include all requirements in your resume will result in disqualification. Please refer to https://www.usajobs.gov/help/faq/application/documents/resume/what-to-include/ for additional information on resume requirements.
To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 07/06/2026.
For a GS-07 position you must have served 52 weeks at the GS-05
  • Specialized Experience: You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade GS-05 in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Examples of specialized experience would typically include, but are not limited to: maintaining inventory control records in an automated system; managing a property management program and determining the means and methods to resolve issues and improve operations; determining required sources of equipment, purchase card program and simplified acquisition procedures; researching and analyzing information to include tracing sequences of inventory management transactions; and advising on the management, control and accountability of equipment in use. OR,
  • Education: Applicants may substitute education for the required experience. To qualify based on education for this grade level you must have successfully completed 1 full year of graduate level education that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of this position. NOTE: Transcripts must be submitted with application. Education cannot be credited without documentation.. OR,
  • Combination: Applicants may also combine education and experience to qualify at this level. You must have an combination of specialized experience and education beyond the graduate level.To meet the minimum qualifications for this position at the GS-07 grade level, you must meet one of the following:

  • EXPERIENCE: One (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-05 level in the Federal service that equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of this position. Specialized experience includes: conducting research and maintaining perpetual inventory accounts for non-expendable equipment in a data base system; determining required sources of equipment, purchase card program and simplified acquisition procedures; using bar code scanning equipment and appropriate tagging equipment to implement property accounting systems; researching and analyzing information to resolve questions and issues, and improve operations; and advising on the management, control, and accountability of equipment in use. NOTE: Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. ~OR~
    GRADUATE EDUCATION: Successfully completed 1 full year of graduate level education that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of this position. NOTE: Transcripts must be submitted with application. Education cannot be credited without documentation. ~OR~
    COMBINATION: Possess equivalent combination of successfully completed graduate level education and specialized experience directly related to the work of the position as outlined above that meets the requirements of the position. NOTE: If using education combined with specialized experience to qualify, a copy of your transcript is required. ~OR~
    SUPERIOR ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT: Superior Academic Achievement (SAA) at the baccalaureate level in the qualifying curriculum detailed above is fully qualifying. Applicants who wish to apply under this provision must submit proof from their educational institution that they meet one of the criteria listed below. To qualify for SAA, applicants must have completed all the requirements for a bachelor's degree in a curriculum that is qualifying for the position to be filled and meet one of the following:
    1. Class Standing: Rank in the upper one-third of your class in the college, university or major subdivision.
    2. Grade Point Average: 3.0 or higher out of a possible 4.0 ("B" or better) as recorded on their official transcript, or as computed based on 4 years of education, or as computed based on courses completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum; or
    3.5 or higher out of a possible 4.0 ("B+" or better) based on the average of the required courses completed in the major field or the required courses in the major field completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum.
    3. Membership in a national honor society (other than freshman honor societies) recognized by the Association of College Honor Societies. For a list of recognized honor societies please visit http://www.achsnatl.org/quick_link.asp.
    For more information regarding SAA please visit http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/SEC-II/s2-e5.asp#e4f.

To meet the minimum qualifications for this position at the GS-09 grade level, you must meet one of the following:
EXPERIENCE: One (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 level in the Federal service that equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of this position. Specialized experience includes: maintaining inventory control records in an automated system; managing a property management program and determining the means and methods to resolve issues and improve operations; determining required sources of equipment, purchase card program and simplified acquisition procedures; researching and analyzing information to include tracing sequences of inventory management transactions; and advising on the management, control and accountability of equipment in use. NOTE: Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. ~OR~
GRADUATE EDUCATION: Successfully completed a master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. of J.D., if related that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of this position. NOTE: Transcripts must be submitted with application. Education cannot be credited without documentation. ~OR~
COMBINATION: Possess equivalent combination of successfully completed education and specialized experience directly related to the work of the position as outlined above that meets the requirements of the position. Only education in excess of the

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The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) is the largest integrated health care system in the United States, serving millions of Veterans each year. Located in Phoenix, AZ, and many other parts of the US, the VHA operates under the Department of Veteran Affairs, as suggested by their official website va.gov. The VHA is dedicated to providing the highest level of comprehensive care to its veterans. The organization offers a broad spectrum of medical, surgical, and rehabilitative care, including mental health services, research, and pharmacy benefits.

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