Inventory Coordinator

Lozier Corporation • Scottsboro, AL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Inventory Coordinator improves the flow of raw materials, components, work in process, and finished parts through receiving, manufacturing, and shipping so machine operators and shippers have what they need to work effectively. The role ensures operators have the products, materials, equipment, and supplies needed to operate in accordance with established policies and standards; oversees inventory management processes; and resolves related issues. The coordinator identifies and removes flow detractors in assigned facility areas and ensures discrete jobs in those areas are executable.

The position requires attention to detail, strong organization, the ability to manage complex systems and multiple inventories, and effective communication, math, and analytical skills. The coordinator works with associated documentation, performs tasks independently and collaboratively, and reports to and advises company management. The role is based onsite in a manufacturing setting and follows a Monday-through-Friday schedule, with overtime as needed. An optional alternative work schedule provides longer workdays and every other Friday off.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent qualifying experience.
• At least 2 years of relevant work experience.
• Ability to communicate professionally with others verbally and in writing.
• Ability to navigate applications and software.
• Analytical mindset and curiosity to solve problems.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently or as part of different teams.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing setting, including upstairs, downstairs, and on the factory floor.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Oracle or another ERP system.
• Basic Excel skills.
• Experience in inventory control.
• Strong time-management skills and knowledge of organizational techniques.
• Experience building strong working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Champion Lozier’s Mission, Vision, and Values by demonstrating behaviors that contribute to the company’s success.
• Identify discrete jobs that cannot be processed, determine root causes, and take action to address them.
• Act as a liaison between manufacturing and production and inventory control.
• Identify and correct inventory inaccuracies.
• Audit transaction processes, such as job sign-offs and sub-inventory transfers, to ensure physical product matches the ERP system.
• Identify bill of materials (BOM) and routing issues and liaise with interdisciplinary teams.
• Execute continuous improvement projects related to improving product flow.
• Identify, analyze, and address gaps in inventory processes.
• Demonstrate regular attendance and timeliness for work, meetings, and assignments.
• Work and interact well with others.
• Ensure operators have the products, materials, equipment, and supplies needed to work efficiently in accordance with established policies and standards.
• Oversee inventory management processes and resolve issues that arise.
• Identify and remove flow detractors for specific facility areas and ensure discrete jobs in those areas are executable.
• Complete associated documentation, manage multiple inventories, and report to and advise company management.

Benefits

• Company bonus potential.
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays.
• Competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision benefits beginning on the first day of employment.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Educational Assistance Program.
• Career Development Programs.
• Casual dress.

What This Job Offers

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