Senior Inventory Manager

Kuehne + Nagel • Locust Grove, GA

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About The Position

As a Contract Logistics Specialist at Kuehne+Nagel, you will manage end-to-end warehousing operations for our customers. By doing so with precision, you not only contribute to the success of your team, but also to the day-to-day operations and success in the warehouse and distribution centres. For example, storing and delivering delicate flowers and fresh ingredients to local stores for everyday lunches and family celebrations. At Kuehne+Nagel, our work truly contributes to more than we imagine. We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Inventory Control Manager with exceptional skills who is ready to be a game changer for our growing business. If you have proven success managing stock in a large 3PL distribution environment, this could be just what you have been looking for. Consider joining us as an original leadership team member in Locust Grove, Georgia.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 7+ years of experience in a distribution environment.
• 5+ years in an inventory role.
• 3+ years in a leadership position.
• 3+ years of WMS (Warehouse Management System) experience.
• Experience handling FILL IN TYPE goods in a 3PL environment is strongly preferred.
• Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the physical cycle counts are performed and accurate inventory levels are maintained.
• Account for all defective or damaged products and provide corrective action.
• Lead an inventory team, train and motivate staff, evaluate and guide their performance, and nurture their professional development.
• Support leadership and Human Resources to ensure DEI programs are embraced and valued.
• Identify new techniques and analytics to improve the overall planning process.
• Lead the annual cost planning process ensuring accuracy and transparency.
• Oversee and monitor discrepancies via cycle counts and adjustments.
• Implement loss prevention programs to reduce shrinkage and minimize risk.
• Build a recovery program to ensure all defective product is accounted for and handled properly.
• Promote accountability and process improvement based on goals; create action plans and issue resolution tracking.
• Create Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for all inventory roles.
• Create all necessary reports and documentation to ensure inventory accuracy.
• Drive accountability and process improvement based on KPIs and targets, including creating action plans and issue resolution tracking.

Benefits

• Great compensation and medical/dental benefits package.
• Employee discounts.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Excellent training programs.
• Fun and interesting global work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Support Activities for Transportation
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree