Inventory Control Manager
JOB DESCRIPTION
Overview
Working across departments this position will drive inventory accuracy to ensure: Production lines are in constant supply of material with minimal loss in productivity or inventory.
Warehouse sales order pick lists are picked in full with no adjustments necessary
Responsibilities:
Drive the quality of ERP inventory transaction alignment to physical inventory movement.
Overall accountability for Inventory Control corporate metrics reporting Create, run, prepare, and distribute metrics to internal/external stakeholders Include commentary on key drivers of inventory changes.
Work with finance as needed Acts as Subject Matter Expert and trainer for the organization on inventory processes and transactions within ERP system.
Lead cross-functional efforts to improve inventory control processes and procedures in support of the organization's goals and objectives based on exceptional customer service and operational excellence.
Responsible for driving Cycle Counting to demonstrate Inventory Accuracy without the need for annual Physical Inventories.
Must drive company to meet key metrics in this area.
Drive and perform inventory discrepancy investigations/corrections to recover inventory and find, document, and eliminate root causes (i.e.
BOM or consumption errors, transactional discipline, etc.).
Foster an environment of continuous improvement resulting in continually improving service levels to customers at a decreasing cost to the company.
Contribute sound advice and creative new ideas, concepts and approaches relative to inventory management.
Performs and ensures the accuracy and integrity of Daily Inventory Adjustments and coordinates write offs with accounting.
Travel as needed to company sites to perform inventory control processes.
Job Requirements:
Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills to lead resolution efforts focused on creating an exceptional customer experience Self Motivated In depth knowledge of root cause analysis and data logging Investigative skills with ability to search until an answer is found Demonstrated experience to: Solve complicated problems, especially using advanced skills to compile/analyze data Effectively communicate problem statements and escalate concerns Present data and analyses in an organized, clear, and concise manner Possess a continuous improvement mindset with a sense of urgency and excellence.
Work independently for extended periods of time Work as a team and mentor peers Ability to lead change at all levels and execute on strategic decisions Comfortable working in a plant and warehouse environment 3-5 years' relevant experience with inventory control, preferably within a production plant environment 3+ years of experience with ERP systems supporting inventory control Advanced computer skills including Excel for analyzing large data sets and PowerPoint for management presentation.
Ability to collaborate with other teams across the company in a process-driven, exception-based, time sensitive process to achieve results Excellent written and verbal communication skills Motivated quick learner with a strong bias for action Advanced Proficiency in MS Office applications Apply for this ad Online!