Inventory Control Coordinator

Vanguard EMS, Inc.•Beaverton, OR

About The Position

The Inventory Control Coordinator works directly with the department supervisor/manager to manage and direct the receiving and stockroom areas to maintain inventory accuracy and ensure satisfaction of manufacturing and customer commitments and goals. Vanguard EMS, Inc. is in the service business. Even with Vanguard’s state of the art technology, vast manufacturing capability, and leading-edge information tools, we wake up every day thinking about how best to serve our customers, suppliers, and the communities in which we live.

Requirements

Intermediate proficiency in computer systems, including MRP and Microsoft Office products
High-level critical thinking, analysis, and organization.
Knowledge of material management concepts and practices required, including stocking programs, Lean, traffic/transportation procedures, cycle counting, shelf life requirements, and MRP systems.
Self-motivation, problem solving abilities, team spirit and a “hands on” mentality.
Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
Communicate in person, over the phone, email, internet or in writing in a positive, professional manner
High School Diploma, GED or Equivalent
3-5 years of stockroom management experience in a manufacturing environment.
Experience with automating stockroom functions (i.e. barcoding)

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with electronics manufacturing, electronics components, and packaging.
Experience with Lean programs
ISO 9001/13485 familiarity
APICS certification or other related degree.

Responsibilities

Directly manage the receiving and stockroom areas.
Strategize daily work schedules for the areas and establish daily goals
Update Excel-based schedules and consistently deliver quality kits to production on schedule.
Motivate team to create positive team work environment and improve areas/processes.
Maintain clean, safe and highly organized, clutter-free areas and maintain equipment in good condition
Interface with other areas to meet delivery schedules and attend NPI meetings
Reconcile inventory, research, material picking and put-away, cycle count, computer inventory transactions, and receiving.
Maintain accurate physical inventory, including monitoring of cycle counts and material transactions.
Operate/maintain materials control system to meet Class a MRP, ISO 9001/13485, GMP, and ITAR audit requirements in a Lean environment.
Maintain excellent communication with production teams, staff organizations, and customers
Implement processes, organizations, resources, training, and management controls to meet business requirements and perform other duties as assigned.