Inventory Specialist I (Contractor)

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Elk Grove Village, IL, USA
Hybrid
19-22 Hourly
Entry level
Information Technology
At CDW, our purpose is to make technology work so people can do great things.
The Role
Verifies inbound shipments against purchase orders and packing slips, resolves discrepancies, labels and stores received items, and maintains accurate warehouse inventory records. Supports cycle counts and audits, monitors operational KPIs, assigns daily workloads, and helps meet productivity targets. Requires careful attention to detail, analytical problem-solving, strong organization, and the ability to work independently in a physically demanding warehouse environment while lifting up to 50 pounds and adapting to changing priorities.
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Job Summary:
The Inventory Specialist (contract role/first shift) is responsible ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in inbound logistics operations. This role manages PO verification processes, resolves discrepancies, and ensures inventory integrity within the warehouse management system.
What You Will Do:
* Verify incoming shipments against approved purchase orders and packing slips.
* Assign daily workload and ensure productivity targets are met.
* Ensure proper labeling, tagging, and storage of received items.
* Maintain accurate inventory records and support cycle counts and audits.
* Monitor KPIs such as accuracy, turnaround time, and discrepancy rates
What We Expect of You:
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Attention to detail.
* Experience working with ERP or warehouse management systems.
* Strong understanding of purchase order processes.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Time management and organizational skills.
* The ability to prioritize tasks, delegate responsibilities, and ensure the team's efficiency is important.
* Ability to work independently and make decisions based on data and guidelines.
* Ability to prioritize tasks and work efficiently in a production-focused environment
* Demonstrated ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Stand, bend, lift, walk and carry products in any combination for up to 8 hours at a time.
* History of balancing competing priorities with the ability to adapt to the changing needs of the business while meeting deadlines.
* Comfort working in a warehouse environment which includes changes in temperature as the weather fluctuates, noise from conveyors and forklifts. Pay range: $19-22 per hour depending on experience and skill set Salary ranges may be subject to geographic differentials
* CDW is committed to being an AI-fluent organization
* We're looking for people who bring curiosity, a learner's mindset, and a willingness to engage with ever-evolving technology and tools. We value adopting AI as a partner, openness to experimentation, and a shared interest in learning together on AI. Our goal is to create a culture where AI enhances- not replaces- human creativity and decision-making. You don't need to be an expert today; what matters is your readiness to explore, adapt, and grow with us as we integrate AI responsibly and effectively into our work.Additionally, CDW is committed to fostering an equitable, transparent, and respectful hiring process for all applicants. During our application process, our goal is to understand your experience, strengths, skills, and qualifications. As an AI forward company, we see AI not just as a tool, but as a catalyst for new ways of thinking, creating, and communicating. We encourage candidates to embrace an AI mindset, one that's curious, adaptive, and ready to explore what's possible. We welcome thoughtful use of AI to expand your perspective and elevate how you share your story, while ensuring your application remains rooted in your own background, judgment, and voice.
* About Us
* CDW is a Fortune 500 technology solutions provider that helps businesses, government, education, and healthcare organizations achieve what's possible through technology. What makes CDW different isn't just what we do- it's how we do it. At CDW we act as one- building trust, speaking candidly, and working together to achieve more. We play to win- focusing on what matters most and delivering for our customers. And we think forward- staying curious, moving fast, and continuously learning. We believe meaningful work happens when people feel supported, heard, and empowered to contribute. That's why we think of ourselves as coworkers, not just employees- working together to solve complex challenges and deliver real impact for our customers and communities. As a full-stack, full-lifecycle technology partner, CDW brings deep expertise, strong relationships, and broad industry knowledge to help turn ideas into outcomes. When you join CDW, you become part of a collaborative environment where your work matters, your growth is supported, and your contributions help shape what's next. Together, we deliver the full promise of what technology can do.
* Together, we Make Amazing Happen.
* CDW is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by state and local law.

Skills Required

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Experience working with ERP or warehouse management systems
  • Strong understanding of purchase order processes
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Time management and organizational skills
  • Ability to prioritize tasks, delegate responsibilities, and ensure team efficiency
  • Ability to work independently and make decisions based on data and guidelines
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and work efficiently in a production-focused environment
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand, bend, lift, walk, and carry products for up to 8 hours
  • Ability to balance competing priorities and adapt to changing business needs while meeting deadlines
  • Comfort working in a warehouse environment with temperature changes, conveyor noise, and forklifts

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The Company
HQ: Vernon Hills, IL
15,100 Employees
Year Founded: 1984

What We Do

CDW Corporation is a leading multi-brand provider of information technology solutions to business, government, education and healthcare customers in the United States, the United Kingdom and Canada. A Fortune 500 company and member of the S&P 500 Index, CDW helps its customers to navigate an increasingly complex IT market and maximize return on their technology investments. For more information about CDW, please visit www.CDW.com. Our broad array of products and services range from hardware and software to integrated IT solutions such as security, cloud, hybrid infrastructure and digital experience.

Why Work With Us

Trust, connection and commitment are at the heart of how we work together to deliver for our customers. It’s why we’re coworkers, not just employees. Coworkers who genuinely believe in supporting our customers and one another. We collectively forge our path forward with a level of commitment that speaks to who we are and where we’re headed.

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CDW is committed to offering a high quality, flexible work experience centered around connection, collaboration, and coworker well-being. Our flexible hybrid approach enables coworkers to get the best of working from home and being together.

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