Inventory Control Specialist

Paradise Tomato Kitchen•Louisville, KY

About The Position

The position is responsible for managing and maintaining PTK site inventory levels (FG’s/RM’s @ WH10, WH20, & ADS), analyzing inventory data, ensuring compliance to inventory control procedures/policies, controlling FIFO with logistical & operational teams, as well as the overall accuracy of inventory records. This role with work directly with all manufacturing departments including but not limited to shipping & receiving, operations, quality, R&D, and procurement.

Requirements

B.S. or B.A. in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics or Operations Management preferred; Or 2 or more years’ experience in combination of Warehousing, Receiving, Inventory Control, and Materials Management in a manufacturing environment
A minimum of 2 years working experience in Operations, Supply Chain, Scheduling and Warehouse and Transportation.
Must be able to work in a team environment cordially and effectively, as well as having the ability to lead a team.
Possess a relevant professional qualification and/or suitable background experience in Inventory Management/Purchasing/Supply Chain.
Demonstrated knowledge of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Warehouse Management System (WMS), and Logistics execution utilizing business tools.
Knowledge of inventory management principles related to FIFO. Ability to balance WIP (Work in Progress) and JIT (Just in Time) warehouse locations
Advanced Skills in Microsoft Excel for reporting and tracking write offs and reason codes.
Must always exhibit a high level of flexibility and an ability to multi-task
Must be able to work with little or no supervision
Must possess good reasoning and problem-solving abilities
Must have the ability to work as a ‘link person’ or middle person amongst customers, employees, and vendors
Experience with FSMA
Skilled in DOT rules and regulations
Experience of lean manufacturing, Kanban and kaizen continuous improvement or similar production tools within a high-volume, high-quality manufacturing facility.
Strong verbal and written communication skills for a demanding and customer focused working environment.
Excellent personal organization and business administration skills in accordance with modern best practice methods
Ability to work productively, efficiently, and effectively with initiative and drive under tight timescales and pressure while maintaining attention to detail and quality.
Willingness to learn, improve and adapt
Cost-Control Focus
Results Driven Individual
High Energy Level
Possess relevant IT skills in basic MS Office applications – Outlook, Excel & Word and a working knowledge or business ERP systems.

Responsibilities

Monitor and analyze inventory levels and order/shipping trends to ensure that goals are met and inventory is always available while maintaining FIFO
Develop, implement, and update inventory control procedures and policies to minimize losses and reduce costs. Includes facilitating training to departments as needed.
Accurately record and document inventory data (weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, quarterly, annually)
Provide guidance and leadership to all cross functional teams to ensure minimal loss/write offs
Assist procurement department/customer service team on inventory levels as needed.
Review inventory records and transactions for accuracy
Track inventory levels and report on any changes or trends
Work directly with shipping/receiving and operations team on Ross procedures and maintaining accurate inventory per PTK policies.
Prepare and submit reports to management as directed by manager
Partner with and provide cross-functional accountability to Procurement, Production, External Warehouses, Customer Service and other applicable groups to achieve business objectives.
Ensure that goods inward/stock control department is well organized and controlled to sufficiently support production and the goals of the business.
Train, explain and hold people accountable to the Traceability and recovery process using ERP system.
Provide management with the information on inventory performance using KPIs and root cause analysis.
Perform inventory cycle counts using ABC count codes for items.
Perform a timed Food Safety Trace Exercise during the BRC, and other food safety audits, up to 9-12 per year companywide.
Ensure integrity and accuracy of the stock management system.
Perform and assist in semiannual physical counts of all of the outside warehouses.
Manage control measures to ensure mistakes, inaccuracies and discrepancies are highlighted, addressed, and resolved.
Perform other duties as required to support supply chain and operational objectives.
Achieve a minimum of 95% inventory record accuracy.