Inventory Manager

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Job description

Job Duties

Trains and manages the inventory team in one or multiple accounts
Leads employees to execute Quarterly and A/B/C cycle counts on time while conducting root cause analysis, reporting and trend data in support of organizational DPPM and cycle count accuracy KPIs
Traces history of items to determine reasons for discrepancies between WMS system and floor counts and recommends and follows through on actions to resolve discrepancies
Analyzes defect trends and works with operations team to implement action plans to improve processes and behaviors, in an effort to prevent additional defects
Coordinates and executes daily reporting to ensure accurate and current inventory records
Ensures assigned accounts have the right tools and resources to meet company goals
Partners with engineering to implement and maintain proper layout of warehouse and product placement, reviews and provides a consistent slotting strategy that continually addresses the pick front needs of operations
Monitors and ensures facility key performance indicators (KPI) are met in a timely and cost effective manner to ensure the profitability and productivity of the distribution center
Leads through example in maintaining the safety and 5S physical properties of the multi-site operations
Works with customer on requested projects and inquiries. Effectively communicates results to customer and campus and regional leadership.
Participates in monthly business reviews and provides Inventory Control results and any actions being taken to improve
Other duties as required and assigned

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from a 4 year college or university
Minimum 4 years related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience
Experience managing inventory and shrink goals for customers
Experience with food grade product and lot managing all with expiration date control
Experience training, evaluating, motivating and leading a team of 15 - 25 employees across three shifts and multi-locations
Experience managing and owning annual Physical Inventories through research and root cause analysis
Experience related to managing and reporting to an annual shrink allowance
Knowledge of financial information as it relates to adjustments and write-offs
PC literate and proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
Ability to read and interpret documents such as general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations
Ability to write routine reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exits
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form

Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee frequently is required to sit, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. While performing the duties of this job the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and vehicles. The employee is regularly exposed to ambient lighting and temperate climate conditions.

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Job Duties as documented in this job description are considered "Essential Functions" and have been created by the standards of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). The standards of the Americans with Disabilities Act (1990) require that employees be able to perform "Essential Functions" of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the "Essential Functions".