Inventory Control Clerk Jobs in Washington, DC

An Inventory Control Clerk is a crucial part of the logistics industry, responsible for managing and organizing stock products. Their duties include maintaining records of quantities of all items in the inventory, identifying discrepancies, and ensuring the accuracy of the inventory database. They also coordinate with other departments to facilitate the efficient movement of goods, handle issues related to product returns, and assist in regular physical inventory audits. Accuracy, attention to detail, and excellent organizational skills are paramount for this role.

Proficiency in inventory management software and data entry is often required, along with strong mathematical and analytical skills. A certification in Supply Chain Management or a related field can prove beneficial, although not always necessary. Prior to becoming an Inventory Control Clerk, a person may have held roles such as a Warehouse Associate, Store Clerk or an Inventory Specialist. These positions provide the necessary exposure to inventory management and logistics operations, enabling a smooth transition into the role of an Inventory Control Clerk.

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Pentagon Property logistic specialist (must be US citizen)

  • Infinisource Consulting Solutions
  • Washington, DC
  • moments ago
  • Washington, DC
  • moments ago

Meet/coordinate with customer at Property Managment for US Coast Guard and logistic. Verifications by cage code/ Loan Updates For upcoming contract close-outs/For APO reconciliation process....

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Logistics Specialist - Heritage Logistics

  • Vulcan Materials Company
  • Herndon, VA (19 miles from Washington, DC)
  • moments ago
  • Herndon, VA (19 miles from Washington, DC)
  • moments ago

$1,500 Employee Referral Bonus Eligible Build Your Career. Build America's Future. Heritage Logistics, LLC (hereinafter Heritage, or Heritage Logistics) is a licensed broker arranging for freight...

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Senior Logistics Technician

  • Microsoft Gaming
  • Sterling, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Sterling, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 6 hours ago

Overview As a Senior Logistics Technician, you will prioritize and assign ticketed work to technicians on the team, provide guidance on inbound/outbound logistics tasks, and ensure that inventory...

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Order Fulfillment Associate Part Time

  • BJ's Wholesale Club
  • Falls Church, VA (6 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Falls Church, VA (6 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 6 hours ago

A World-Class Team BJs Wholesale Club is powered by more than 30,000 team members who make a real impact every day. Whether you're stocking shelves, solving problems or shaping strategy, your work...

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Inventory/Logistics Associate

  • Carmax
  • Gaithersburg, MD (18 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (18 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 7 hours ago

7132 - Dulles - 45210 Towlern Pl, Sterling, Virginia, 20166 CarMax, the way your career should be! Position Overview As an Inventory Associate, youll play a vital role in ensuring every customer...

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Supply Technician

  • HeiTech Services
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago

The Supply Technician supports day-to-day inventory management, supply operations, and data accuracy within Oracle EBS Inventory and related supply systems. This role performs hands-on inventory...

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Supply Chain Technician

  • MedStar Health
  • Olney, MD (17 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Olney, MD (17 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 day ago

General Summary of Position The Supply Chain Technician performs daily tasks to support the successful functioning of the hospital supply chain operational requirements. This includes providing...

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Event Logistics, Inventory Coordinator - 100% onsite - Contract - Washington, DC - B4110B

  • Technovision, Inc.
  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago

Our direct client is looking for a Event Logistics, Inventory Coordinator for a 100% onsite Contract in Washington, DC. Note: - Fully On-site position. - Contractor's hours will be 8 am – 4:30 pm....

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Logistics Technician

  • General Dynamics Information Technology
  • Bethesda, MD (6 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bethesda, MD (6 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 2 days ago

Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: None Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Secret Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family: SCA Job Qualifications:...

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Logistics Management Specialist

  • Customs and Border Protection
  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago

Organizational Location: This position is with the Department of Homeland Security, within U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Intelligence, Resource Management Division (RMD), located...

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Supply Chain Associate II

  • 101 Sentara Hospitals
  • Woodbridge, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Woodbridge, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 4 days ago

City/State Norfolk, VA Work Shift Rotating Overview: Full Time, Rotating Shifts This Supply Chain Associate II is responsible for leading, managing, transforming and developing the inventory and...

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Supply Chain Associate III

  • 101 Sentara Hospitals
  • Woodbridge, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Woodbridge, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 4 days ago

City/State Ashland, VA Work Shift First (Days) Overview: Sentara is hiring a Supply Chain Associate III for their Supply Chain department! This position is fully onsite. Overview The Supply Chain...

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Logistics Technician

  • Microsoft Gaming
  • Sterling, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Sterling, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 4 days ago

Overview As a Data Center Logistics Technician, you will perform cycle audits, execute incoming/outgoing deliveries, coordinate security escorts for third-party vendors, and document inbound and...

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Logistics Specialist I

  • Cherokee Federal
  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago

Logistics Specialist I Cherokee Federal 401(k) United States, D.C., Washington May 29, 2026 Logistics Management I *This position requires an active Secret clearance* Supporting the Office of the...

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Joint Logistics Planner

  • CSA Global LLC
  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago

Apply Job Type Full-time Description Client Solution Architects (CSA) is currently seeking a Joint Logistics Planner to support a program onsite* in the Washington DC area. For nearly 50 years,...

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Salary for Inventory Control Clerk Jobs in Washington, DC

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Highest Education Level

Inventory Control Clerks in Washington, DC offer the following education background
High School or GED
30.6%
Bachelor's Degree
29.5%
Associate's Degree
13.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.8%
Master's Degree
10.0%
Some College
2.2%
Some High School
0.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Inventory Control Clerks in Washington, DC
Less than 1 year
67.2%
None
17.8%
2-4 years
10.0%
1-2 years
4.2%
4-6 years
0.6%


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