Manage high-value electronic inventory with strict control and documentation at Instawork.
Posted by employer 9 months ago
First seen on Joblaze 1 month ago
Last verified on the company career page 16 hours ago
Skills & Technologies
AI in the day-to-day
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Requirements
- Experience
- 1+ years
Not disclosed in this posting: compensation, visa sponsorship.
Joblaze summary
The Inventory Intern at Instawork plays a crucial role in managing high-value electronic assets, ensuring meticulous tracking and documentation of inventory movements. Proficiency in Google Sheets and experience with manual registers are essential for maintaining accurate records and preventing discrepancies. This position is ideal for individuals with a background in inventory management or operations, particularly those who thrive in structured environments with a strong emphasis on accountability and detail. Instawork's commitment to creating economic opportunities adds a meaningful dimension to the role.
Joblaze insights
- Listed about a month ago — first seen on Joblaze September 3, 2026. Last confirmed on Instawork's careers page October 29, 2026.
- Google Sheets appears in 0.5% of 650 comparable intern other roles in United States.
Quick facts
- Is the Inventory Management Intern role remote?
- No — this is an on-site role in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India.
- How much experience is required?
- At least 1 year of relevant experience for this Inventory Management Intern role.
- Where is the role based?
- Instawork is hiring for this position in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India.
- What's the tech stack?
- Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: Google Sheets, manual registers.
- What seniority level is this role?
- Instawork targets intern candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Internship for this Inventory Management Intern role at Instawork.
From the original posting
Instawork is on a mission to create meaningful economic opportunities for skilled hourly professionals in communities around the globe. Our AI-powered labor marketplace helps local businesses scale, and enables global technology companies to push the frontiers of robotics and AI. Backed by world-class investors like Benchmark, Spark Capital, Craft Ventures, Greylock, Y Combinator, and others, we’re looking for exceptional talent to reimagine the way the world works.
Inventory Manager – High Value Devices
Function: Operations – Asset & Inventory Control
Inventory Type: High-Value Electronic Assets
Tools Used: Manual Registers & Google Sheets
Work Mode: On-site
Role Overview
The Inventory Manager will be responsible for end-to-end custody, tracking, and reconciliation of high-value inventory, primarily iPhones and related accessories such as SD cards and card readers. This role demands strict control, zero tolerance for mismatches, and complete documentation discipline.
No inventory movement is allowed without entries, and physical stock must always tally with records.
(Morning Shift - 7 am to 4 pm; Evening Shift - 4 pm to 2 am)
Key Responsibilities
1. High-Value Inventory Ownership
- Take complete ownership of high-value devices and accessories.
- Ensure serial-number–level tracking for all devices.
- Maintain zero loss and zero undocumented movement.
2. Inward Inventory Management (IT → Inventory)
- Receive devices and accessories from the IT team.
- Verify:
- Quantity
- Serial numbers
- Physical condition
- Record all inward movements immediately in:
- Manual registers
- Google Sheets
- Escalate any mismatch, damage, or discrepancy without delay.
3. Outward Inventory Management (Inventory ↔ Field Ops)
- Hand over inventory from:
- Inventory to Field Ops (FO)
- Field Ops back to Inventory
- Ensure no item goes out without prior entry.
- Capture details including:
- Item name and serial number
- FO name / ID
- Date and time of handover
- Expected return date
- Avoid all verbal or informal handovers.
4. Returns, Reconciliation & Control
- Receive returned inventory and re-verify serial numbers and condition.
- Update return entries on the same day.
- Perform daily reconciliation between:
- Physical stock
- Google Sheets
- Items with Field Ops
- Track overdue or missing items and follow up proactively.
5. Documentation & Audit Readiness
- Maintain clean, structured Google Sheets trackers.
- Ensure inventory area access is controlled.
- Support audits and internal checks as required.
- Maintain high compliance standards for asset handling.
Skills & Requirements
Mandatory
- Experience handling high-value inventory or assets.
- Strong working knowledge of Google Sheets (filters, basic formulas).
- Experience with manual inventory registers.
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
Preferred
- Background in inventory, warehouse, logistics, or operations.
- Experience managing electronic devices or serialized assets.
Key Traits
- Strong ownership and accountability
- Process-driven with a zero-error mindset
- High integrity and discipline
- Comfortable working under strict controls
Performance Metrics
- 100% match between physical inventory and records
- Zero undocumented inventory movement
- Zero asset loss due to process lapses
- Timely reconciliation and reporting
Our Values
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Empathy, Trust & Candor
We put ourselves in the shoes of our colleagues and customers and don’t shy away from uncomfortable conversations, instead building trust through honest and direct feedback.
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