Production & Inventory Control Manager

Legrand North America • Concord, NC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a Production & Inventory Control Manager to join the Electrical Wiring Systems Pass & Seymour Team in Concord, NC. Responsible for the management of the Production & Inventory Control and Shipping and Receiving Departments at the Pass and Seymour manufacturing facility in Concord, NC.

Requirements

• BS in business or technical field.
• 5 - 10 years experience in production planning, S&OP process, and inventory management.
• Knowledge of inventory control methodology to meet the needs of Manufacturing, Distribution and Customer. Must be familiar with standard concepts, practices and procedures within the field.
• Requires strong organizational and time management skills, close attention to detail and be able to effectively handle multiple priorities.
• Strong computer skills, proficient with word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software, e-mail and meeting management software. Ability to use internet and web based resources efficiently and effectively. Must be proficient with AS400 and related applications.
• Must be highly collaborative and able to work in a team based environment.
• Must possess excellent project management skills, including demonstrated ability to develop and manage to a project plan, establish priorities, work to deadlines and control a number of projects at various stages of work.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communications skills and be able to communicate effectively across many levels of the organization. Able to create effective reports, presentations and business correspondence.
• A basic understanding of financial concepts (working capital, cash flow) is required.
• Must have strong analytical skills and be able to synthesize data and make recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Manages production planning, material & inventory control, shipping, receiving, and tactical purchasing for CD plant.
• Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training employees in shipping and receiving; planning, assigning and directing work, promotional and salary recommendations, coaching and developing talent, addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.
• Responsible for coaching and development of buyer/planner team assigned under value streams. This includes mentoring and training on topics such as planning, inventory control, supply and operations planning or any other relevant topics to the buyer/planner role.
• Develop and ensure compliance to departmental procedures, processes, and standard work to meet company objectives for: Master Production Planning, Material Requirements Planning, Shipping & Receiving, Inventory Control
• Lead S&OP process and activities from plant perspective to ensure capacity, material, and FG inventory available to meet customer requirements.
• Responsible for developing and ensuring implementation of all ISO procedures pertaining to Inventory Control at the Plant level.
• Oversee inventory planning & control function for finished goods and raw material balancing working capital requirements and customer service requirements.
• Benchmark and utilize optimal tools and processes to plan inventory levels.
• Establish process to review and implement kanban levels, stocking agreements, and other inventory management systems, in line with the S&OP forecast, on a frequent basis to ensure optimal inventory turns.
• Set up and monitor procedures to meet the company's objectives for Stores "Raw" and "WIP" inventory accuracy.
• Work closely with suppliers, as the owner of the plant busines relationship, to drive improvements in quality, cost productivity, service, and inventory (including lead time reduction).
• Benchmark and implement best practices in technology, lean processes, and tools to drive productivity and eliminate waste.
• Performs other similar and related duties as required.

Benefits

• LNCA offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as distinctive benefits like a high employer 401K match, paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay, short-term and long-term disability benefit plans, above-benchmark paid maternity and parental leave, bonus opportunities in accordance with the Company’s incentive plans, paid time off to volunteer, and an active/growing Employee Resource Group network.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees