Inventory Control Coordinator

nVent • Dayton, MN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions. This role would be at our Dayton, MN location for 1st shift: Monday-Friday 6:00AM-2:30PM

Requirements

• High school diploma; associate degree beneficial
• 3-5 years of experience in logistics/distribution environment
• 2 years of business system experience related to warehousing; planning; inventory
• Powered Industrial Truck Experience (Order Picker, Reach Truck, forklifts, etc)
• Experience in inventory control or warehouse operations.
• Knowledge of inventory systems, spreadsheets, databases, WMS/ERP (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite)
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Basic knowledge of business processes
• Ability to multi-task and work independently
• Ability to understand cross-functional interdependencies and devise solutions to meet operational and corporate goals
• Demonstrated ability to utilize RCCM process to improve process and improve the customers’ experience.
• Ability to build and maintain effective work relationships

Nice To Haves

• Combination of 2 years Lean training and practical use in a distribution/warehouse environment: Gemba; RCCM; Kaizen; Value-stream mapping
• Supervisory experience

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary contact for cycle counters and 3PL warehouses
• Perform regular physical counts and reconcile discrepancies.
• Execute inventory transactions in WMS/ERP systems (receipts, transfers, adjustments)
• Record, track, and report inventory data.
• Be fully knowledgeable of the setup and functionality of the current logistics systems: ERP, Warehouse, RF
• Assist DC Leadership in evaluating current processes and system setup to identify opportunities for continuous improvement
• Train and lead employees in warehouse and office processes; including but not limited to cycle counting, reconciliation, communication with 3PL
• Work with distribution leaders, Quality, packaging engineers, and other company employees to reduce inventory inaccuracies and increase picker/putter accuracy.
• Create and maintain slotting of warehouse items; work with DC Leadership on fixed pick and slotting strategy
• Drive data driven quality improvements leveraging the RCCM process, ensuring containment actions are in place while eliminating the root cause.
• Participate in and/or lead cross-functional projects and kaizen events involving the continuous improvement of distribution/logistics concepts.
• Be a change agent and drive out waste throughout the operation using Lean methodologies.
• Assist with the development of current and future state value stream maps and continuous improvement plans, as well as the implementation of those

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.
• A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match.
• Tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED