Inventory Control Supervisor (Warehouse) - Weekend Day Shift

Jabil•Byhalia, MS

23h

About The Position

The Inventory Control Supervisor supervises and directs all activities and employees in Inventory Control. The role oversees staffing, employee development and performance, communication, departmental strategy and costs, and operational performance. It ensures inventory records and stock are accurate, production receives the correct parts, materials are stocked promptly, and receiving and outgoing shipment processes are handled efficiently. The supervisor works with other plant departments and support functions to resolve issues, maintain equipment and supplies, and improve processing time, dock-to-stock performance, and departmental efficiency.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree preferred, with five years of experience; or a combination of education, experience, and/or training.
Ability to read, analyze, interpret, and communicate about technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
Ability to respond to inquiries or complaints from customers, regulators, or the business community and present information effectively to top management.
Advanced PC skills, including knowledge of Jabil software packages.
Ability to perform calculations involving percentages, proportions, area, circumference, and volume, and apply basic algebra and geometry.
Ability to solve practical problems with limited standardization and interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule instructions.
Strong knowledge of global and regional logistics operations and the logistics industry.
Proficiency in determining logistics requirements, aligning them with business goals, and developing and implementing strategies to meet targets.
Strong financial and analytical ability, including proficiency in business analytics to determine an optimum company footprint.
Strong knowledge of international direct and indirect taxes and global customs regimes.
A proven record of successful change management and implementation and management of continuous productivity and cost-reduction programs.
Strong, convincing communication skills.
Proficiency with personal computers, Microsoft Office products including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, and email.

Responsibilities

Recruit and interview Inventory Control staff, coordinate candidate criteria with recruiters, and support staff in hiring activities.
Monitor team turnover and identify and implement improvements to retention.
Identify employee and team strengths and development needs; create or validate training curricula; coach and mentor staff; and manage succession plans.
Establish measurable individual and team goals, solicit feedback, coach and counsel employees, conduct timely evaluations, and drive continuous improvement against operational and organizational goals.
Coordinate large teams during crises and ensure recognition and rewards are administered fairly and consistently.
Provide a weekly departmental communication forum and communicate clearly while encouraging staff input.
Develop and implement an Inventory Control strategy aligned with campus and Workcell business strategies, and provide regular execution updates to business and operations leaders.
Identify cost-reduction opportunities, monitor departmental costs and trends, and provide cost feedback to peers.
Monitor departmental performance and develop or revise procedures to achieve optimum performance.
Improve dock-to-stock rates and reduce processing time for received material; recommend overtime or other recovery methods when needed.
Maintain appropriate operational supplies and support equipment, and ensure tools, equipment, and visual aids are in proper working order and current revision.
Provide feedback to Inventory Control and Quality and help solve problems involving schedules, equipment, documentation, and personnel.
Coordinate with departmental supervisors, support functions, engineering, program management, and other plant operations functions.
Supervise activities for verifying and recording outgoing shipments, including shipment verification and inspection.
Ensure accurate stockroom records and actual stock, correct parts delivery to production, and prompt, accurate stocking of material.
Eliminate errors affecting budget performance and departmental efficiency, and recommend capital equipment or staffing changes as appropriate.
Follow applicable safety, health, and company security procedures, and perform other assigned duties.