Inventory Specialist

Tennant Company•Minneapolis, MN

34d•$24 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

Experienced Inventory Control Specialist is a key role for executing Cycle Counting Processes to ensure proper counting of inventory. This position will assist the Inventory Analyst in the implementation and execution of a formal audit program related to Inventory Movements for Itegrity and Accuracy. This will be done by monitoring and maintaining the integrity of warehouse inventory and storage locations through analysis, reporting, and corrective action of inventory variances. The intended outcome is having the right parts in the right location in the right quantity to satisfy customer demand and financial (SOX) compliance.

Requirements

High School Diploma OR GED required; some college preferred.
1 year distribution or manufacturing experience minimum
Experience using Microsoft Excel
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
Ability to write simple correspondence
Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations
Must be self-directed, able to work independently and in a group environment.
Ability to perform inventory transactions through use of a computer system.
Previous computer skills such as email, Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.
Must be forklift certified pursuant to OSHA requirements
Must regularly lift and/or moved up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move 50 pounds
Specific vision abilities include close vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
Regularly required to stand, use hands to grip, handle or feel objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms
Frequently required to walk, talk and hear
The employee must be able to obtain and maintain a valid license to operate fork lifts of various types.
Must be able to wear safety glasses, safety shoes at all times.

Nice To Haves

2 years Inventory Control experience preferred.
Experience with Lean Manufacturing initiatives preferred.
2 years SAP experience preferred.
Previous warehouse experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage and complete cycle count process.
Assist with reconciling inventory differences and root cause reason.
Identify irregularities in daily operational processes that create inventory issues.
Complete bin checks as needed
Work in tandem with the Receiving, Shipping, Warehouse, Production, Purchasing & Accounting teams and maintain flexible attitude supporting all stated objectives.
Recognize and escalate inventory and storage issues
Assist in providing timely and appropriate reporting of investigation, requested metrics, and KPIs.
Maintain general housekeeping and stock ready condition of bin locations
General continuous improvement/5S.
Intermediate level of involvement in lean/continuous improvement initiatives
Other duties as determined by supervisor/management team.