Inventory Control Manager

NEFCO Construction Supply LLC•Austin, TX

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Inventory Control Manager is responsible for overseeing the receiving, storage, and distribution of all items. This role ensures a smooth and consistent operation, maintaining an effective and efficient warehouse and receiving mission. The manager will also provide appropriate equipment and racking for safe transport and storage, research material handling equipment, and monitor the unloading of materials. Additionally, the role involves managing inventory rotation, ensuring compliance with safety procedures, and overseeing NEFCO training initiatives for associates. The manager will also handle administrative tasks related to direct reports, including timecards and PTO requests, and uphold the Leader’s Safety Six protocol.

Requirements

Must have a track record of being a results-oriented person who has worked in industrial warehousing/distribution operations for 5+ years
Must be effective communicator up, down and across the organization
Ability to use NEFCO’s ERP software system
Ability to use warehouse layouts for planning purposes
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, or Outlook
Basic computer skills
Must have a positive, hard-working attitude
Ability to establish priorities, work independently and little supervision
Ability to multitask
Ability to stand on concrete floor for long periods of time
Must be able to work in various climate conditions such as cold, heat, humidity for an extended period of time
Ability to crouch, stoop, kneel, crawl and twist for lifting
Ability to safely as much as 50 lbs.
Ability to review and interpret computer images and written documents
Analytical ability including basic math skills
Ability to operate warehouse equipment (including forklifts) and be recertified
Must be detail-oriented and hands on ‘roll up the sleeves’ type with aptitude for multi-tasking and adapting to a fast-paced environment with ever changing priorities
Must have effective interpersonal skills with ability to direct, coach, support, and delegate to associates

Nice To Haves

college degree preferred

Responsibilities

Put in order and file packing slips from previous day
Research queues concerning possible receiving errors and/or invoices that do not match what was received
Resolve discrepancies with accounting regarding invoices, packing slips, and receiver reports
Sign off on problem freight before it leaves receiving
Receive packing slips if receiving is behind
Schedule incoming freight
Monitor future freight using container report, open purchase order report, and communication with Director of Purchasing
Create the return PO for freight claims including a copy of the invoice for filing of freight claim
Morning walk throughs to look for damaged pallets, locations that need rearranging, replenishment, and generally just make sure inventory is presentable
Research the review queue adjustments
Review daily cycle counts: check random counts to verify accuracy
Create monthly cycle count schedule and oversee its adherence
Cycle-count all power tool SKU’s the day following their receipt
Weekly tool cage counts
Create monthly receiving and inventory plan
Assist Receiving Manager in planning, organizing, and monitoring the receiving, storage and distribution of all items received either from suppliers or production shops
Ensure a smooth and consistent operation so material and supplies are stored, slotted, and distributed in an effective and efficient manner as needed to satisfy internal and external stakeholders
Maintain an equipment structure and level to accomplish the warehouse and receiving mission in a safe and effective manner
Provide appropriate equipment and racking to ensure the safe transport and storage of all materials
Research material handling equipment to ensure procurement of the most suitable equipment in terms of performance, safety, reliability, and cost
Monitor the unloading of all materials into the receiving department, ensuring materials are staged for counting and inspection and receiving reports accurately report material received
Ensure materials are stored properly to conserve space and comply with safety procedures
Oversee the rotation of inventories within the warehouses
Completion of all assigned NEFCO trainings
Monitor and enforce all NEFCO training initiatives for associates under your supervision.
Assist in implementation of new training and enhance existing training processes for associates under your supervision.
Perform ad hoc duties / special requests as assigned.
Continually re-warehouses product to optimize picking efficiency and minimize errors.
Review direct reports’ timecards, ensuring employees’ time is accurately recorded and complete.
Approve employee timecards at the end of each period, prior to supervisor deadline.
Work with employees to resolve errors (missing punches, adjustments, etc.).
Review and approve PTO requests.
Responsible for upholding the Leader’s Safety Six protocol: Don’t tolerate unsafe acts, Identify and fix unsafe conditions, Report EVERY incident, Conduct accident investigations, Communicate with HR about incidents and subsequent investigations. WALK THE TALK