Inventory Controller

Company Description

It started with a simple idea: what if surgery could be less invasive and recovery less painful? Nearly 30 years later, that question still fuels everything we do at Intuitive. As a global leader in robotic-assisted surgery and minimally invasive care, our technologies—like the da Vinci surgical system and Ion—have transformed how care is delivered for millions of patients worldwide.

We’re a team of engineers, clinicians, and innovators united by one purpose: to make surgery smarter, safer, and more human. Every day, our work helps care teams perform with greater precision and patients recover faster, improving outcomes around the world.

The problems we solve demand creativity, rigor, and collaboration. The work is challenging, but deeply meaningful—because every improvement we make has the potential to change a life.

If you’re ready to contribute to something bigger than yourself and help transform the future of healthcare, you’ll find your purpose here.

Job Description

Primary Function of Position:

The Inventory Controller is responsible for analyzing, improving and maintaining optimal inventory health to support efficient operations and evolving business needs. This role requires strong analytics capabilities, clear communication, cross functional collaboration, sound judgement, and well-structured inventory planning. The controller drives accuracy, prevents shortages, identifies risks and supports continuous improvement across the supply chain.

Essential Job Duties:

Inventory Accuracy & Root Cause Analysis

• Analyze recurring discrepancy patterns and implement proactive corrective actions.
• Perform in-depth root cause analysis for complex exceptions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve material master related discrepancies.

Inventory Health, Monitoring & Optimization

• Analyze inventory data to report trends, risks and opportunities from improvement.
• Identify overstated quantities in the system that may impact production and prevent material shortages.
• Monitor inventory levels to support operational reliability.
• Identify and resolve expired or at-risk inventory.

Cross-Functional Issue Resolution

• Investigate and resolve inventory issues related to stock transfer orders across internal plants.
• Act as a liaison between Inventory Control and broader operation groups.
• Support inventory impact of New Product Introduction life cycle projects.
• Reporting & Communication
• Prepare and present inventory reports, KPIs and insights to leadership and crossfunctional stakeholders.
• Use data to influence decision-making and optimize inventory strategies.
• Provide mentorship by sharing inventory knowledge and analytical insights with team members.

Process Governance & System Controls

• Maintain Kanban systems that align with operational replenishment strategies.
• Participating in UAT sign-off for system or process changes.

Continuous Improvement & Project Support

• Collaborate cross-functionally to drive continuous improvement in Inventory Accuracy and processes.
• Support operational readiness efforts, analytics projects and ongoing process enhancements.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience:

• Minimum 5 years in warehouse, inventory control experience
• Analytical Skills: ability to interpret complex data, perform trend analysis, and translate insights in actionable recommendations
• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills for reporting findings, and collaborating with stakeholders
• Liaison Skills: Proven ability to work cross-functionally and coordinate between departments
• Decision-Making Skills: sound judgment in evaluating options and recommending inventory actions under varying conditions
• Organizational Skills: Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

Required Education and Training

• Associate’s degree or the equivalent 5 years of experience in inventory management or related area.

Working Conditions

• Ability to lift 35 pounds frequently each day.
• Extensive walking and repetitive physical motion (squatting, bending, lifting) is required (at least 70% of hours worked).
• Safe operation of all material handling equipment (forklifts, pallet jacks. Portable stairs etc.) with ISI Training and Certification

Preferred Skills and Experience

(As applicable - Specific skills, knowledge, and experience that are not required to perform the job, but are desirable to have)

• Ability to multi-task.
• Fanatically Organized.

SAP and Agile software experience preferred.

Additional Information

Due to the nature of our business and the role, please note that Intuitive and/or your customer(s) may require that you show current proof of vaccination against certain diseases including COVID-19. Details can vary by role.

Intuitive is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type, without regard to race, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, genetic information or any other status protected under federal, state, or local applicable laws.

Mandatory Notices

U.S. Export Controls Disclaimer: In accordance with the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (15 CFR §743.13(b)), some roles at Intuitive Surgical may be subject to U.S. export controls for prospective employees who are nationals from countries currently on embargo or sanctions status.

Certain information you provide as part of the application will be used for purposes of determining whether Intuitive Surgical will need to (i) obtain an export license from the U.S. Government on your behalf (note: the government’s licensing process can take 3 to 6+ months) or (ii) implement a Technology Control Plan (“TCP”) (note: typically adds 2 weeks to the hiring process).

For any Intuitive role subject to export controls, final offers are contingent upon obtaining an approved export license and/or an executed TCP prior to the prospective employee’s start date, which may or may not be flexible, and within a timeframe that does not unreasonably impede the hiring need. If applicable, candidates will be notified and instructed on any requirements for these purposes.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with fair chance laws.

Preference will be given to qualified candidates who do not reside, or plan to reside, in Alabama, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Indiana, Iowa, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, Missouri, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, or Tennessee.

This position may be filled at a different job level than listed here depending on
business need and/or on the selected candidate’s experience, knowledge and skills.
Compensation will be based primarily on the job level at which the role is filled and the
candidate’s qualifications, consistent with applicable law.

We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, benefits, and equity. It would not be typical for someone to be hired at the top end of range for the role, as actual pay will be determined based on several factors, including experience, skills, and qualifications. The target compensation ranges are listed.

Accommodation & Accessibility Notice:

Intuitive is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance or an accommodation during any part of the application or interview process, please contact People Services at HRHelpNow@intusurg.com.

Base Salary Range Region 1:$39 - $53
Base Salary Range Region 2: $34 - $45
Shift: Day
Workplace Type: Onsite - This job is fully onsite.