Thorlabs is hiring an Inventory Control Specialist (m/w/x) at its site in Bergkirchen, Bavaria. The job is about keeping warehouse and shipping processes running smoothly so customer orders go out on time. You will keep stock, goods movements, and logistics flows under control, run inventory checks, book goods movements in the ERP system, prepare shipments for RMA items and customer-specific make-to-order products, and work closely with the Manufacturing and RMA Management teams. The employer states a base pay range of €35,000 to €41,000 per year, and the benefits include 30 days of holiday and flexible working hours. The listing is 15 hours old and shows fewer than 25 applicants.
About Thorlabs — Values and Culture
Approach: Thorlabs says it does not just accept differences but supports, celebrates, and lives them for the benefit of employees, community, and products
Equal Opportunity: Proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace and committed to an inclusive environment for everyone
Applications: Welcomes applications from every person and actively promotes inclusion
Team Contact: Questions about the application process go to Human Resources at bewerbung@thorlabs.com
Why This Warehouse Role in Bergkirchen Stands Out in 2026
Stated Salary: The employer shares a pay range up front, which is not always the case in German job listings
Time Off and Flexibility: 30 days of holiday and flexible working hours by individual agreement
Varied Work: Stock control, ERP bookings, intercompany orders, RMA shipping, and make-to-order products in one role
Perks: Urban Sports Club, Jobrad leasing, free charging for e-bikes and e-cars, and a possible time-out
Position Overview
The Inventory Control Specialist makes sure warehouse and shipping processes work smoothly and that customer orders are handled on schedule. With a structured way of working, you keep stock levels, goods movements, and logistics flows in view at all times and help keep the supply chain efficient. Your tasks include inventory checks and corrections of stock levels, handling intercompany orders between sites, and booking and managing goods movements in the ERP system, which is named as Microsoft Dynamics Axapta. You prepare shipments and deliver RMA items as well as customer-specific make-to-order products, support regular inventories and stock counts, and organise and maintain the warehouse and shipping areas. You also take part in the RMA process and work closely with the Manufacturing and RMA Management teams. It is a good fit for someone who has started out in warehouse logistics and wants a role with clear responsibility and a real say in how processes run.
Why This Role Matters: When a customer orders a product, most of what they notice is whether it arrives on time and whether it is the right item. Behind that sits a lot of quiet work: stock that is counted correctly, goods movements that are booked in the system the moment they happen, returns that are handled properly, and made-to-order items that leave the building with the right paperwork. If the numbers in the system do not match the shelf, orders slip and teams lose time chasing answers. The inventory control specialist is the person who keeps the system and the warehouse in agreement. That accuracy is what lets Manufacturing, RMA Management, and the sites that exchange goods with each other plan with confidence.
Key Responsibilities
Inventory Control
- Carry out inventory checks and correct warehouse stock levels where records and reality differ
- Support regular inventories and stock counts
- Keep stock, goods movements, and logistics flows visible and accurate at all times
ERP Bookings & Intercompany Orders
- Book and manage goods movements in the ERP system (Microsoft Dynamics Axapta)
- Handle intercompany orders between sites
Shipping, RMA & Make-to-Order
- Prepare shipments and deliver RMA items
- Prepare and deliver customer-specific make-to-order products
- Take part in the RMA process and work closely with the Manufacturing and RMA Management teams
Warehouse Organisation
- Organise and maintain the warehouse and shipping areas so work stays orderly and safe
- Contribute ideas to improve processes and take on responsibility as you grow into the role
Qualifications & Requirements
Requirements
- Completed vocational training in warehouse logistics (Lagerlogistik) or a comparable qualification
- First practical experience in warehouse logistics or warehouse management
- Confident use of MS Office
- Good German and English, written and spoken, at least level B2
- A structured, careful, and independent way of working
- Strong team spirit and high reliability
- A proactive, solution-oriented mindset
- High motivation to take on responsibility and help shape processes
Benefits at Thorlabs Bergkirchen
Flexible Hours
Flexible working time by individual agreement, plus 30 days of holiday
Pension & Health
Company pension scheme and health insurance offer
Development
Support for your individual development and career
Sport & Health
Urban Sports Club, company run, and other health and sport activities
Jobrad & Charging
Bike leasing and free charging stations for e-bikes and e-cars
Events & Time-Out
Annual employee and social events, and the option of a time-out
Questions About Applying — Thorlabs Human Resources
For questions about the application process or open positions, contact the HR team:
bewerbung@thorlabs.com
You can also apply through the LinkedIn listing.
About Thorlabs
Thorlabs describes a culture that does not only accept differences but supports and celebrates them, for the benefit of its employees, its community, and its products. The company says it is proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace, works to create an inclusive environment for everyone, and welcomes applications from any person. The listing also mentions company values that employees live actively, though the text provided does not spell them out. The role is posted as full-time at associate level, with the stated pay range of €35,000 to €41,000 per year.
Good to Know: The original posting is written in German, and German and English at B2 level are both required. This post is a plain-English summary of the listing.
Who Should Apply?
- Fachkräfte für Lagerlogistik: With completed training and first practical warehouse experience who want a step up with more ownership
- ERP-Savvy Warehouse Staff: Used to booking goods movements in a system and keeping it accurate
- Shipping and Returns Handlers: With RMA or customer-specific order experience
- Bilingual Logistics Professionals: Comfortable in German and English at B2 or better
- Munich-Area Candidates: Looking for a warehouse role in Bergkirchen with a stated salary and good benefits
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