ASAHI BEER USA OCTOPI BREWINGINVENTORY SPECIALISTIf It's on the Shelf, You Know It's in the System1st Shift Full-TimeABOUT ASAHI BEER USA / OCTOPI BREWINGFounded in 2014 as a Wisconsin contract brewery, Octopi Brewing has spent over a decade brewing and packaging beer, seltzers, RTDs, and sodas for clients nationwide. In 2024, Asahi - brewers of Asahi Super Dry - acquired Octopi, making us the U.S. production home of Super Dry. Today, our 250+ person team of beverage industry pros keeps that same local, quality-first spirit alive at a state-of-the-art facility. Our Inventory team keeps raw materials, packaging, and finished goods accurately counted and tracked, so production and customer orders never miss a beat.
THE OPPORTUNITY:
We're looking for an Inventory Specialist to support our Inventory Manager in keeping stock accurate across our brewery and warehouse locations. You'll run cycle counts, chase down variances, keep product rotating first-in, first-out, and work with teams across the building to make sure what's in our system matches what's on the floor. WHAT MAKES THIS ROLE GREATA detail-driven role with real impact - accurate inventory keeps production running and finance numbers rightVariety every day - counting, investigating, reporting, and partnering with Brewing, Packaging, Quality, Logistics, and FinanceRoom to improve how we work - you'll help shape SOPs and process improvements that cut waste and discrepanciesWHAT YOU'LL DOComplete scheduled cycle counts, stock checks, and reconciliations for finished goods, raw materials, packaging, and staging stockEnter inventory transactions, transfers, receipts, and adjustments accurately and on time in SAP and our warehouse management systemInvestigate variances and stock losses, find the root cause, and recommend corrective actionKeep FIFO on track and flag slow-moving, aging, or at-risk stock before it becomes a write-offReconcile materials and finished goods after production runs so records match what's physically on handTrack inventory on quality or operational hold, coordinating with Quality and Warehouse teamsSupport month-end close with stock valuation checks and audit-ready documentationBuild reports on stock accuracy, cycle count completion, variances, and write-offsFollow safe material handling practices during all counting and inventory activitiesWHAT YOU BRING
Must-haves:
Practical understanding of inventory management, stock control, and warehouse operationsKnowledge of cycle counting, reconciliation, variance investigation, and FIFOExperience with ERP, warehouse management, or inventory systems, with a strong focus on data accuracyHigh attention to detail, and strong organization and time managementClear written and verbal communication skillsNice-to-haves: Education in Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations, Business, or a related fieldExperience with inventory in manufacturing, food and beverage, FMCG, or brewery operationsPrior warehouse, inventory, logistics, or supply chain support experienceBENEFITS & PERKSMedical, dental, and vision coverage - effective the 1st of the month after 30 daysCompany-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance 401(k) eligible after 3 months, with company match - 100% up to 3%, 50% on the next 2%120 hours of PTO annually, with accrual that grows the longer you're here9 paid holidays (if they fall on your scheduled workday)A free beer after shift, because you earned itPAY & SCHEDULE
Pay:
$24.50/hrSchedule: Monday - Friday 8am-5pmFull-time, non-exemptCompensation details: 24.5-24.5 Hourly WagePIe107e5ba2a10-8709