Materials Coordinator Inventory Control Specialist II

Peterson Farms•DeLand, FL

About The Position

Maintain sufficient inventories of raw materials and packaging materials to meet production requirements so customer orders can be completed in full and on time. The role manages inventory accuracy and integrity through daily counts, cycle counts, physical inventory audits, shipment processing, discrepancy investigations, and inventory reporting. It also supports production-record review, employee training when improvement opportunities are identified, compliance with inventory procedures, and continuous improvement in inventory accuracy and warehouse operations.

Requirements

Minimum of two years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos, and to write simple correspondence.
Ability to communicate professionally and confidently with outside vendors.
Ability to calculate units of measure and conversions, such as gallons to pounds and pounds to pound solids.
Ability to apply basic algebra concepts.
Ability to use common-sense understanding to follow written, oral, or diagrammed instructions and solve problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Proficient typing and computer skills, including accounting, database, internet, e-supply chain, inventory, order processing, spreadsheet, word processing, and email software.
Knowledge of SAP and Oracle e-supply chain systems, MS Excel, MS Word, and Outlook.
Demonstrates team orientation, technical learning, attention to detail, personal responsibility, practical intelligence, reliability, safety awareness, GMP and food safety practices, respect for diversity, adaptability, positive working relationships, and focus.
Follows established safety procedures, reports or corrects unsafe working conditions, and wears required personal protective equipment in designated areas.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree from a two-year college in a related field.

Responsibilities

Manage and execute daily inventory counts, cycle counts, and physical inventory audits to ensure inventory accuracy and integrity.
Investigate inventory shortages, damages, rejections, and discrepancies; identify root causes and implement corrective actions to minimize variances.
Review production records for accuracy and assist the team with investigations.
Provide training when opportunities for improvement are identified.
Resolve inventory discrepancies and process appropriate inventory adjustments in Parity and Microsoft Dynamics GP.
Receive, verify, and process inbound shipments accurately in GP.
Coordinate and process outbound raw material shipments as needed to support operational needs.
Maintain organized electronic records and filing systems for receiving and inventory documentation.
Manage cycle counts, receiving transactions, and material usage reporting for non-Parity inventory items.
Ensure compliance with inventory control procedures and support continuous improvement initiatives related to inventory accuracy and warehouse operations.