Inventory Specialist

The Inventory Specialist will manage and maintain accurate inventory supporting fast-paced NPI proto and production activities. This role is responsible for material availability, inventory accuracy, traceability, kitting, material movement, and timely system transactions while supporting rapidly changing engineering and build requirements.

The specialist will work closely with Engineering, NPI Operations, Purchasing, Shipping & Receiving, Assembly, Test, and other cross-functional teams to identify material requirements, resolve shortages and discrepancies, and ensure parts and kits are available when needed. The role requires strong organization, attention to detail, urgency, and the ability to prioritize changing requests in an environment where material readiness can directly impact build and test schedules.

 

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate inventory records for parts, materials, and NPI kits.

• Monitor inventory levels and identify shortages or material constraints.

• Ensure required parts and kits are available to support NPI builds and testing.

• Manage inventory transactions and material movements within WASP.

• Coordinate shipping and receiving activities with Logistics, Warehouse, suppliers, and internal teams.

• Track incoming and outgoing materials and resolve inventory discrepancies.

• Support cycle counts, inventory reconciliation, and inventory accuracy initiatives.

• Coordinate with Purchasing, Engineering, NPI, and Manufacturing to understand material requirements.

• Maintain accurate documentation and inventory records.

• Identify opportunities to improve inventory processes, accuracy, and material flow.

   

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience working with an ERP, PLM and inventory management system.
• Experience with Aras, Agile, WASP or similar systems preferred.
• Experience supporting manufacturing, NPI, engineering, or prototype environments.
• Strong understanding of inventory control and material management.
• Strong organizational and attention-to-detail skills.
• Strong Proficiency with Microsoft Excel or similar tools.
• Strong communication and cross-functional coordination skills.
• Ability to identify and resolve inventory discrepancies.
   

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We act inclusively and respect the uniqueness of people. Our employment decisions are made regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. We are committed to a culture of inclusion built upon our core value of respect.

If you’re interested in this role but don’t meet every listed requirement, we still encourage you to apply. Unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences enrich our teams, and you may be just the right candidate for this or another opportunity.

The length of the recruitment process may vary depending on the specific role's requirements. We strive to ensure a smooth and inclusive experience for all candidates. Discover more about the recruitment process at Nokia. 

Some of our benefits in US:

• Corporate Retirement Savings Plan
• Health and dental benefits
• Short-term disability, and long-term disability
• Life insurance, and AD&D – Company paid 2x base pay
• Optional or Supplemental life and AD&D insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)
• Paid time off for holidays and Vacation
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Tuition Assistance Plan
• Adoption assistance
• Employee Assistance Program/Work Life Resource Program

The above benefits exclude students.

Disclaimer for US/Canada
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