Inventory Control Specialist

Mission

Strive exists to disrupt an industry long overdue for a more personal approach to care. We put the human element at the center of everything: every formulation, every patient interaction, every provider partnership. We're not just a compounding pharmacy. We're a team on a mission to change what personalized healthcare looks and feels like.

• Location: Tampa, Florida
• Position Type: Full-Time
• Schedule: Monday - Friday; 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Compensation Range

$22.00 - $24.00 per hour

Position Overview

The Inventory Control Specialist is responsible for executing the daily operations that keep inventory accurate, organized, and available. Specialists perform the majority of hands-on tasks such as restocking, receiving deliveries, and maintaining workflow standards. This role requires attention to detail, adaptability, and strong teamwork to support the Inventory Control Lead in ensuring accuracy and efficiency as Strive continues to grow.

Key Responsibilities

• Daily Inventory Operations: Perform core inventory functions including restocking, receiving, labeling, and organizing pharmaceutical supplies across facilities.
• Auditing & Cycle Counts: Assist with regular cycle counts, inventory audits, and physical stock reconciliations to guarantee accurate inventory counts.
• Discrepancy Reporting: Support overall inventory accuracy by proactively identifying and reporting discrepancies, adhering strictly to corrective actions.
• Standard Operating Procedures: Maintain full compliance with internal workflow policies, quality control standards, and company guidelines.
• Cross-Departmental Collaboration: Assist pharmacists, leadership, and operational departments with inventory-related requests and ensure tasks are completed accurately and on time.
• Facility Maintenance: Uphold clean, organized, safe, and fully compliant work environments at all locations.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• 1 - 3 years of experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, or stockroom management
• Active Florida Pharmacy Technician License or Trainee Certification (or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire)
• Proficiency in inventory software, handheld scanners, and basic tools (Microsoft Office/Excel, Google Workspace)
• Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail and accurate record-keeping
• Proven reliability, teamwork, and effective communication in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in healthcare, pharmaceutical, or custom compounding pharmacy inventory control
• Active Forklift Certification (or willing to become certified)
• Proficiency with NetSuite ERP/WMS (NetSuite preferred); proven hands-on experience navigating order, inventory, and warehouse workflows

Work Environment

This position is primarily based in an onsite work environment. The role requires regular standing and walking throughout facilities daily, frequent use of hands for handling, scanning, and documenting inventory, and frequent use of computers and handheld devices. The employee must have the ability to lift and move items up to 50 pounds. Work is performed primarily indoors with occasional outdoor activity.

Pay and benefits

Hourly Pay Rate $22 - $24 USD

Join Us in Making an Impact

At Strive, the work is real and the impact is direct. Every role here contributes to a patient experience that's more personal, more attentive, and more human than what most people have come to expect from a pharmacy. Apply today and help us raise the bar.

Benefits

Strive Pharmacy offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Employer-paid healthcare coverage, effective the 1st day of the following month of your hire date
• Free Strive compounded medications for employees based on a valid patient-specific prescription from a licensed healthcare provider
• Paid time off
• Sick time
• FSA and HSA options
• Parental leave
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Life insurance
• Vision and dental insurance
• Veterinary insurance

Culture

• Culture isn't an afterthought at Strive.
• It's something we actively build.
• We foster a collaborative, engaging workplace where employees have opportunities to connect, celebrate, and build meaningful relationships with their colleagues.
• We're committed to supporting the personal and professional growth of every employee, both inside and outside the workplace.