Inventory Specialist Jobs in Massachusetts
Inventory Specialist jobs in Massachusetts are concentrated in Greater Boston, Worcester, and Springfield, where life sciences companies, healthcare systems, and major retailers like Wayfair, Amazon, and TJX Companies maintain large distribution and supply chain operations. Demand is strongest for specialists with experience in cycle counting, ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle, and warehouse management for regulated industries including biotech and medical devices. Openings range from entry-level stock coordinators to senior inventory control analysts. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Top employerWalgreens
Top cityBoston, MA
Cities hiring45
Work type93% On-site
Top industryRetail
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Walgreens
Inventory Specialist
Hyannis, Massachusetts
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Part-Time Inventory Specialist
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Parallel
Part-Time Inventory Specialist
Norfolk, Massachusetts
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Part-Time Inventory Specialist
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PICS Inventory Specialists
Part-Time Inventory Specialist
Amherst, Massachusetts
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Pharmacy Inventory Specialist - Inpatient Pharmacy
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Boston Medical Center
Pharmacy Inventory Specialist - Inpatient Pharmacy
Boston, Massachusetts
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Inventory Specialist
Walgreens·Hyannis, Massachusetts
Job functions:
$18 - $21/hr
Damaged goods handling
10,000+ employees
Job Description
- Responsible for executing, monitoring, and training inventory best practices and standard operating procedures for the entire store, including both front end and pharmacy. Supports pharmacy inventory management activities, including receiving, counting, ordering, and facilitating returns. Champions On-Shelf Availability and is responsible for receiving, counting, pricing, returns, and all in-store inventory processes. Validates and ensures accuracy of planograms.
- Responsible for reviewing and coordinating the proper use of reports and system applications, which have an impact on the accuracy of front end and pharmacy on-hand balances and pricing.
- Responsible for executing and maintaining front end and pharmacy asset protection techniques, and filing claims for warehouse and vendor overages (merchandise received, but not billed), shortages (merchandise billed, but not received), order errors or damaged goods including prescription drugs.
- In designated stores, as required, opens and closes the store in the absence of store management, including all required systems start-ups, required cash handling and cashier responsibilities, and ensuring the floor and stock room are ready for the business day.
- Engages customers by greeting them and offering assistance with products and services. In designated stores, when serving as the leader on duty, resolves customer issues and answers questions to ensure a positive customer experience.
- Models and shares customer service best practices with all team members to deliver a distinctive and delightful customer experience, including interpersonal habits (e.g., greeting, eye contact, courtesy, etc.) and Walgreens service traits (e.g., offering help proactively, identifying needs, servicing until satisfied, etc.).
- Executes and coaches team members on warehouse and vendor inventory management processes including but not limited to creating, reviewing, and receiving orders.
- Scans in all deliveries while the vendor is still in the store, including common carrier deliveries. Focuses on One Box receiving. Takes the appropriate action marking delivery as received if the product was physically delivered, contacting vendor for past undelivered scheduled receipts, and opening tickets as needed to correct inaccurate orders.
- Under the supervision of the pharmacist-in-charge, verifies all pharmacy shipments are posted for products physically received at the store. Completes or verifies postings of all pharmacy warehouse orders, ABC prescription and OTC orders daily, secondary vendor orders, flu and dropship orders performing any necessary tote audits, and accurately reporting any shortages or damaged product.
- Completes On-Shelf Availability (OSA) end-to-end process including warehouse and direct store delivery (DSD) for planogrammed departments, executing disposals, call-ins, and vendor returns before expiration, completes scan outs/ scan outs returns on all subscribed departments including vendor/ DSD departments and pharmacy scan outs.
- Under the supervision of the pharmacist-in-charge,completes pharmacy inventory activities including but not limited to pharmacy recalls following Pharmacy Hazardous Waste Policy, vendor returns, non-controlled, and damaged salvage returns. Facilitates excess inventory returns or interstore pharmacy transfers where applicable for non-returnable ABC overstock. Verifies posting of all pharmacy/ prescription claims.
- Completes execution of all pricing activities including price changes, markdowns, and markdowns deletes. Responsible for basic department pricing, including daily price changes, accurate pricing with correct signage, and reliable and timely completion of any additional regulatory pricing tasks.
- Responsible for supporting front end and pharmacy ordering by ordering expense items. Monitors pharmacy manual orders to identify excess orders. Maintains consigned inventory and orders as required.
- Ensures all designated pull & quarantine item on-hands are updated and placed in the designated holding area.
- Maintains accurate inventory counts. Maintains the accuracy of on-hand quantities including but not limited to basic departments, stockroom, overstock locations.
- Under the supervision of the pharmacist-in-charge, maintains accurate inventory counts and accuracy of on-hand quantities in pharmacy and completes pharmacy smart counts.
- Ensures the store maintains inventory compliance with state and local laws regarding regulated products (e.g., alcoholic beverages and tobacco products).
- Assists in the maintenance of inventory records, including receiving and posting of all products (in the front-end)) received at the store in all inventory systems. Organizes files and retains all invoices/receipts/return authorizations necessary for all inventory activities.
- Helps to prepare for physical inventory and supports the physical inventory day activities, including but not limited to preparing sales floor, stockroom, and pharmacy for inventory and auditing the third party team on the day of inventory.
- Supports keeping all counters and shelves clean and well merchandised.
- Knowledgeable of all store systems and equipment.
- Assists and coaches store team on all package delivery activities, including scanning in and out of packages, completing all daily inventory functions and, package returns at Walgreens. Supports execution of Pickup Program.
- In designated stores, when serving as the leader on duty, responsible and accountable for registering all related sales on assigned point-of-sale system (POS), including records of scanning errors, price verifications, items not on file, price modifications, and voids. Completes product returns, order voids, customer refunds, cash drops to safe, and provides change as requested for point of sale.
- Complies with all company policies and procedures; maintains respectful relationships with coworkers.
- Completes any additional activities and other tasks as assigned.
- Attends company-based trainings for continuous development and completes all e-learning modules including safety training requirements.
- Obtains and maintains a valid pharmacy license/certification as required by the state.
- Serves as a liaison between management and non-management team members by coaching and developing other capabilities with inventory systems. When serving as the leader on duty, communicates assigned tasks to team members and reports disciplinary issues and customer complaints to management.
Basic Qualifications
- Six months of prior work experience with Walgreens (internal candidates) or one year of prior retail work experience (external candidates).
- Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English (except in Puerto Rico).
- Must have a willingness to work a flexible schedule, including evening and weekend hours.
- Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to multi task and manage execution.
- Experience in identifying operational issues and recommending and implementing strategies to resolve problems.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prefer previous experience as a shift lead, pharmacy technician, designated hitter, or customer service associate.
- Prefer to have prior work experience with Walgreens, with an evaluation on file.
An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.
The actual compensation that you will be offered will depend on a variety of factors including geography, skills and abilities, education, experience and other relevant factors. This role will remain open until filled. To review benefits, please click here jobs.walgreens.com/benefits. If you are applying on a job board or unable to click on the link, please copy and paste this URL into your browser jobs.walgreens.com/benefits
Salary Range: $18 - $21 / Hourly
Walgreens
Inventory Specialist
Hyannis, Massachusetts
Added 1d ago10,000+ employees
Job functions:
$18 - $21/hr
Damaged goods handling
Job Description
- Responsible for executing, monitoring, and training inventory best practices and standard operating procedures for the entire store, including both front end and pharmacy. Supports pharmacy inventory management activities, including receiving, counting, ordering, and facilitating returns. Champions On-Shelf Availability and is responsible for receiving, counting, pricing, returns, and all in-store inventory processes. Validates and ensures accuracy of planograms.
- Responsible for reviewing and coordinating the proper use of reports and system applications, which have an impact on the accuracy of front end and pharmacy on-hand balances and pricing.
- Responsible for executing and maintaining front end and pharmacy asset protection techniques, and filing claims for warehouse and vendor overages (merchandise received, but not billed), shortages (merchandise billed, but not received), order errors or damaged goods including prescription drugs.
- In designated stores, as required, opens and closes the store in the absence of store management, including all required systems start-ups, required cash handling and cashier responsibilities, and ensuring the floor and stock room are ready for the business day.
- Engages customers by greeting them and offering assistance with products and services. In designated stores, when serving as the leader on duty, resolves customer issues and answers questions to ensure a positive customer experience.
- Models and shares customer service best practices with all team members to deliver a distinctive and delightful customer experience, including interpersonal habits (e.g., greeting, eye contact, courtesy, etc.) and Walgreens service traits (e.g., offering help proactively, identifying needs, servicing until satisfied, etc.).
- Executes and coaches team members on warehouse and vendor inventory management processes including but not limited to creating, reviewing, and receiving orders.
- Scans in all deliveries while the vendor is still in the store, including common carrier deliveries. Focuses on One Box receiving. Takes the appropriate action marking delivery as received if the product was physically delivered, contacting vendor for past undelivered scheduled receipts, and opening tickets as needed to correct inaccurate orders.
- Under the supervision of the pharmacist-in-charge, verifies all pharmacy shipments are posted for products physically received at the store. Completes or verifies postings of all pharmacy warehouse orders, ABC prescription and OTC orders daily, secondary vendor orders, flu and dropship orders performing any necessary tote audits, and accurately reporting any shortages or damaged product.
- Completes On-Shelf Availability (OSA) end-to-end process including warehouse and direct store delivery (DSD) for planogrammed departments, executing disposals, call-ins, and vendor returns before expiration, completes scan outs/ scan outs returns on all subscribed departments including vendor/ DSD departments and pharmacy scan outs.
- Under the supervision of the pharmacist-in-charge,completes pharmacy inventory activities including but not limited to pharmacy recalls following Pharmacy Hazardous Waste Policy, vendor returns, non-controlled, and damaged salvage returns. Facilitates excess inventory returns or interstore pharmacy transfers where applicable for non-returnable ABC overstock. Verifies posting of all pharmacy/ prescription claims.
- Completes execution of all pricing activities including price changes, markdowns, and markdowns deletes. Responsible for basic department pricing, including daily price changes, accurate pricing with correct signage, and reliable and timely completion of any additional regulatory pricing tasks.
- Responsible for supporting front end and pharmacy ordering by ordering expense items. Monitors pharmacy manual orders to identify excess orders. Maintains consigned inventory and orders as required.
- Ensures all designated pull & quarantine item on-hands are updated and placed in the designated holding area.
- Maintains accurate inventory counts. Maintains the accuracy of on-hand quantities including but not limited to basic departments, stockroom, overstock locations.
- Under the supervision of the pharmacist-in-charge, maintains accurate inventory counts and accuracy of on-hand quantities in pharmacy and completes pharmacy smart counts.
- Ensures the store maintains inventory compliance with state and local laws regarding regulated products (e.g., alcoholic beverages and tobacco products).
- Assists in the maintenance of inventory records, including receiving and posting of all products (in the front-end)) received at the store in all inventory systems. Organizes files and retains all invoices/receipts/return authorizations necessary for all inventory activities.
- Helps to prepare for physical inventory and supports the physical inventory day activities, including but not limited to preparing sales floor, stockroom, and pharmacy for inventory and auditing the third party team on the day of inventory.
- Supports keeping all counters and shelves clean and well merchandised.
- Knowledgeable of all store systems and equipment.
- Assists and coaches store team on all package delivery activities, including scanning in and out of packages, completing all daily inventory functions and, package returns at Walgreens. Supports execution of Pickup Program.
- In designated stores, when serving as the leader on duty, responsible and accountable for registering all related sales on assigned point-of-sale system (POS), including records of scanning errors, price verifications, items not on file, price modifications, and voids. Completes product returns, order voids, customer refunds, cash drops to safe, and provides change as requested for point of sale.
- Complies with all company policies and procedures; maintains respectful relationships with coworkers.
- Completes any additional activities and other tasks as assigned.
- Attends company-based trainings for continuous development and completes all e-learning modules including safety training requirements.
- Obtains and maintains a valid pharmacy license/certification as required by the state.
- Serves as a liaison between management and non-management team members by coaching and developing other capabilities with inventory systems. When serving as the leader on duty, communicates assigned tasks to team members and reports disciplinary issues and customer complaints to management.
Basic Qualifications
- Six months of prior work experience with Walgreens (internal candidates) or one year of prior retail work experience (external candidates).
- Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English (except in Puerto Rico).
- Must have a willingness to work a flexible schedule, including evening and weekend hours.
- Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to multi task and manage execution.
- Experience in identifying operational issues and recommending and implementing strategies to resolve problems.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prefer previous experience as a shift lead, pharmacy technician, designated hitter, or customer service associate.
- Prefer to have prior work experience with Walgreens, with an evaluation on file.
An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.
The actual compensation that you will be offered will depend on a variety of factors including geography, skills and abilities, education, experience and other relevant factors. This role will remain open until filled. To review benefits, please click here jobs.walgreens.com/benefits. If you are applying on a job board or unable to click on the link, please copy and paste this URL into your browser jobs.walgreens.com/benefits
Salary Range: $18 - $21 / Hourly
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Find Inventory Specialist JobsInventory Specialist Jobs by City in Massachusetts
Where Massachusetts roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Boston
5 jobsRandolph
3 jobsCambridge
2 jobsHaverhill
2 jobsEasthampton
2 jobsSalem
1 jobDalton
1 jobMedway
1 jobNewton
1 jobPalmer
1 jobQuincy
1 jobAllston
1 jobAmherst
1 jobAssonet
1 jobConcord
1 jobHyannis
1 jobMashpee
1 jobMethuen
1 jobMilford
1 jobNeedham
1 jobNorfolk
1 jobNorwood
1 jobPeabody
1 jobWaltham
1 jobAmesbury
1 jobBrighton
1 jobBrockton
1 jobChicopee
1 jobFranklin
1 jobLawrence
1 jobPlymouth
1 jobArlington
1 jobBraintree
1 jobLakeville
1 jobLexington
1 jobMansfield
1 jobWakefield
1 jobWorcester
1 jobBellingham
1 jobBurlington
1 jobDorchester
1 jobFramingham
1 jobMarlborough
1 jobWest Roxbury
1 jobSouth Deerfield
1 jobInventory Specialist Job Market in Massachusetts
A snapshot from current Massachusetts openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Walgreens14
- Boston Medical Center4
- Thermo Fisher Scientific4
- PICS Inventory Specialists4
- Parallel2
Top Industries Hiring
- Retail
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Food & Beverage
- Fashion & Apparel
- Telecommunications
What Massachusetts Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in inventory specialist jobs across Massachusetts.
- High school diploma or associate degree in supply chain, logistics, or business
- Proficiency with ERP or inventory management software such as SAP or Oracle
- Experience conducting cycle counts, physical inventories, and reconciliations
- Familiarity with barcode scanners, RFID systems, and warehouse management systems
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in warehouse or distribution environments
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in maintaining inventory records and reports
Inventory Specialist Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a inventory specialist in Massachusetts?
Most inventory specialist positions in Massachusetts require a high school diploma or associate degree, with employers in life sciences and healthcare preferring coursework in supply chain management or business administration. Massachusetts does not issue a state license for this role, but certifications such as the Certified in Production and Inventory Management credential from APICS are widely recognized by employers. Building hands-on experience through warehouse associate or stock clerk roles is the most direct entry path.
Which companies hire inventory specialists in Massachusetts?
Companies currently hiring inventory specialists in Massachusetts include Walgreens, Boston Medical Center, and Thermo Fisher Scientific, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Massachusetts's strong life sciences corridor and major retail distribution presence mean demand is particularly consistent from healthcare systems, biotech firms, and large retailers with New England fulfillment operations.
Which Massachusetts cities have the most inventory specialist jobs?
Boston, Randolph, and Cambridge have the most inventory specialist openings in Massachusetts. Greater Boston drives the bulk of demand through its concentration of hospitals, biotech companies, and e-commerce distribution centers, while Worcester and Springfield support manufacturing and regional retail logistics hubs that generate steady inventory control openings outside the metro core.
Are there remote inventory specialist jobs in Massachusetts?
Yes, but they're rare. Inventory specialist work is largely hands-on, requiring physical presence in warehouses, stockrooms, or distribution centers to conduct counts and manage goods. About 7% of inventory specialist openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions typically involve data analysis, reporting, or system administration rather than floor-level inventory management.
How can I get hired as a inventory specialist in Massachusetts with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is applying for warehouse associate, stock clerk, or receiving associate roles at large Massachusetts employers such as TJX Companies, Amazon, or regional hospital supply chains, then moving into inventory control once you demonstrate accuracy and reliability. Completing a supply chain certificate through a Massachusetts community college adds immediate credibility. Familiarity with any ERP or warehouse management system, even from a course, gives candidates a measurable edge during screening.
Where can I find and apply to inventory specialist jobs in Massachusetts?
You can find and apply to inventory specialist jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current Massachusetts openings updated regularly. Search for roles that match your experience level and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit. No account creation is required to view the listings.
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