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L3HHCM20

Inventory Management Support B

Norfolk, VA · On-site

Inventory Management Support B Job Location: 3835 E Princess Anne Road, Norfolk, VA 23502 Job Schedule: M-F 5/8 5 days / Week - 8 hours / Day L3Harris is seeking Inventory Management Support in ...

PRA Group

Legal Inventory Management Specialist

Norfolk, VA · On-site

$15.19 - $22.79/hr

Serves as a liaison between Inventory Management and internal departments to research accounts ad hoc and provides information as required to appropriate parties * Performs ad hoc tasks assigned by ...

L3 Harris

Inventory Management Support C

Carrollton, VA · On-site

$38K - $71K/yr

Inventory Management Support Job Location: Norfolk, VA Job Schedule: 5/8 Regular L3Harris Technologies, Inc. is seeking an experienced Inventory Management Support professional in Norfolk, VA. This ...

L3 Harris

Inventory Management Support C

Norfolk, VA

$17.75 - $23.25/hr

Inventory Management Support Job Location: Norfolk, VA Job Schedule: 5/8 Regular L3Harris Technologies, Inc. is seeking an experienced Inventory Management Support professional in Norfolk, VA. This ...

L3HHCM20

Inventory Management Support C

Norfolk, VA

$15.25 - $19.50/hr

Inventory Management Support Job Location: Norfolk, VA Job Schedule: 5/8 Regular L3Harris Technologies, Inc. is seeking an experienced Inventory Management Support professional in Norfolk, VA. This ...

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How much do inventory management jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 25, 2026, the average yearly pay for inventory management in Virginia is $57,408.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $39,700.00 and $63,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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?

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.

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.

Is inventory management a stressful job?

Inventory management can be stressful due to the need to accurately track stock levels, meet deadlines, and prevent shortages or overstocking. The role often requires attention to detail, organization skills, and the ability to handle fast-paced environments, which can contribute to job-related stress.

What does an inventory management do?

An inventory management professional oversees the tracking, ordering, and storage of stock within a company. They use inventory software and data analysis to ensure products are available when needed while minimizing excess stock. This role often involves coordinating with suppliers and maintaining accurate records to optimize supply chain efficiency.

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Inventory Management Specialist

Quantico, VA • On-site, Remote

Drug Enforcement Administration
Police Protection • 5 - 10K employees
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$70K - $111K/yr

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago

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Summary
This position is located in the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Office of Training, Academy Operations Section, Logistics and Acquisitions Support Unit (OTAL).
This position(s) primary purpose is to provide inventory management control of accountable and non-accountable property (supplies, materials) and to manage the Official Government Vehicle (OGV) Fleet Program.
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Duties
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As a your typical work assignments may include:
  • Utilizes the Unified Financial Management System (UFMS), Property Inventory Management Module (PIMM), and the Technical Equipment Inventory System (TEIS) automated property systems by establishing, maintaining, and updating required data to control and track purchases, supply and property movement, and resolve discrepancies.
  • Serves and provides technical support and consultation in the areas of supply operations, property management control, receiving and shipping of property and materials, planning, stocking, coordinating and distributing, to include disposal of a wide variety of training materials and equipment.
  • Prepares a variety of internal and external reports in accordance with the DEA Administrative Manual relating to property management.
  • Schedules and directs annual inventories of expendable items, accountable and non-accountable property, and capitalized property.
  • Identifies and resolves delinquencies and/or availability of key supply items/materials; and Non-Supervisory Template (February 2026) analyzes planned or scheduled material requirements and forecasts to determine categories and quantities of items, to include funds required.
  • Obtains and issues gasoline credit cards, performs quarterly inspections, and monthly reconciliation of expenses in the automated Fleet Inventory and Reconciliation Module (FIRM).

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Conditions of employment
  • U.S. Citizenship is required.
  • Employment is subject to the successful completion of a background investigation. Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
  • Incumbent is subject to random drug testing.
  • Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit: http://www.dhs.gov/E-Verify/.
  • Selective Service: Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see http://www.sss.gov/).
  • Must possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator's license while employed in the position and will be required to operate the motor vehicle in accordance with applicable OPM regulations and related requirements of DOJ/DEA.

Qualifications
For more information on eligibility requirements see: DEA Employment Eligibility
Applicants must meet the required qualification requirements described below by the closing date of the announcement. If you are qualifying based on education or if there are mandatory education requirements listed below, you MUST submit a copy of your college transcripts with your application.
Applicants applying for the GS-09 must meet one of the following requirements:
A. Have at least one full year of specialized experience that is at least equivalent to work performed at the GS-07 grade level. Specialized experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Qualifying experience must demonstrate the following: 1) Assisting with maintaining inventory records for property, equipment and supplies; 2) Conducting routine vehicle inspections and reporting discrepancies; 3) Using automated systems to enter, update and track inventory information; and 4) Assisting with processing property transfers, disposals and acceptance of new property.
B.Education: Have a Master's or equivalent graduate degree -or- two (2) full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree; or LL.B. or J.D., if related.
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C.Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the first year (total graduate semester hours minus 18) by 18. Add the two percentages.
Applicants applying for the GS-11 must meet one of the following requirements:
A. Have at least one full year of specialized experience that is at least equivalent to work performed at the GS-09 grade level. Specialized experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Qualifying experience must demonstrate the following: 1) Processing property transfers, disposals and acceptance actions in accordance with agency polices; 2) Using automated inventory systems to track acquisitions, transfers, disposal and inventory adjustments; 3) Coordinating shipping and receiving activities in accordance with established regulations and procedure; and 4) Monitoring fleet operations and reviewing vehicle usage and maintenance records.
B. Education: Have a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree -or- three (3) full academic years of graduate level education leading to such a degree; or LL.M., if related.
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C. Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the second year (total graduate semester hours minus 36) by 18. Add the two percentages.
Additional information on the position qualification requirements are located in the Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) Qualifications Standards Handbook.
Time-In-Grade Requirement: Applicants must meet time-in-grade and time after competitive appointment requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
Education
See the qualification section of this vacancy announcement for education requirements.
Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the education requirements if you can show that the foreign education is comparable to that received in an accredited educational institution in the United States. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. For a list of accredited organizations recognized as specializing in interpretation of foreign education credentials, visit: www.naces.org/members.php.
If you are claiming education as any part of your qualifications for this position, you must submit an official transcript, unofficial transcript, or a list including courses, grades earned, completion dates, and quarter and semester hours earned.
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Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments. (https://appsupport.usastaffing.gov/hc/en-us/sections/28980686389652-Reasonable-Accommodation-Information)
Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If an applicant is currently, or has been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, applicants must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office listed in this announcement.
Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. If eligible, applicants to this announcement may be referred to similar positions in any Division/Office listed in this announcement. Telework eligibility and security clearance requirements may vary for such similar positions.
Relocation Incentives maybe considered and approved under conditions specified provided the agency has determined that the position is likely to be difficult to fill in the absence of an incentive and funding for such an incentive is available.
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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