Inventory Manager

Walker SCM•Plainfield, IN

54d•$63,000 - $78,000

About The Position

Inventory Coordinator has a direct role in ensuring the warehouse has appropriate inventory levels, troubleshooting and resolving inventory variance in client system and WIT WMS. Report any inventory discrepancies that cause financial or potential operational issue. Employee will be expected to participate in cross training programs as to facilitate schedule changes and personnel shortages. Responsible for the maintenance of the inventory system process to optimize inventory levels. Coordinate with all departments to ensure accurate inventory recording. The job description may be modified accordingly to fit the scale of operation.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent with at least 2 years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must be able to read, write and comprehend English.

Nice To Haves

Bi-lingual (Spanish) helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

Assists in the identification of cost savings initiatives, as directed.
Initiates and implements cost savings initiatives, as directed.
Directs and supports cost saving initiatives for the department and organization.
Assists and supports management with strategic planning, as directed.
Initiates and implements strategic planning projects, as directed.
Directs and supports strategic planning initiatives for the department.
Performs management/supervisory and other functions as outlined in Section 6 of this job description.
Demonstrates positive work-related relationships and communication skills.
Identifies areas to improve the function of department/organization and initiates improvement projects as directed.
Supports the organization and other departments in need of information relating to area of expertise.
Monitors inventory variances, resolves Inventory concern and follows-up on results.
Maintains Inventory metrics.
Oversees, direct, and conduct cycle counts.
Investigate and reconcile all Inventory discrepancies.
Oversee the return to stock of all residual product and job completion.
Is responsible for periodic review of production line inventory accuracy.
Collects, reviews data, and makes recommendations for improved processes.
Reports to management via weekly/monthly reports to validate customer service levels.
Identifies problem areas.
Maintains the role of key contact for inventory issues.
Other duties as assigned.