Sr. Inventory Control Specialist

American Regent, Inc. • Shirley, NY

6d

About The Position

The Sr. Inventory Control Specialist will be the process owner and is responsible for all assigned tasks relating to consumable inventory control to ensure there is no interruption to the manufacturing process. The Inventory Control Specialist will work with vendors, Warehouse, Planning, Procurement Management and EHS to oversee the flow of inventory into and out of the manufacturing area to support the Aseptic Preparation Area [APA], Washroom and Cleaning processes. Scope will include the gowning, scrub, uniform, goggle rental program as well as managing the issuance of plant/safety shoes(Shirley site).

Requirements

• High school diploma or a GED, required.
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in Inventory Control Management.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail are required
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Word & Excel
• Ability to manage time effectively to meet targets and deadlines
• Should have strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast paced and changing environment
• Ability to multi-task.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s Degree in Operations, Management, Accounting, Warehousing, Supply Chain Management or Business preferred.

Responsibilities

• Establish a manual process to control and provide inventory accountability of the sterile and non-sterile rental program(Shirley site) as well as all supplies to support the manufacturing process including cleaning activities.
• Develop with all Manufacturing groups an excel list of all Non-inventory items, with establish minimum reordering points as well as group specific individual material counts on a monthly basis (Ohio site).
• While working with the internal departments, assist in integrating production supply inventory into the Warehouse Mobility system currently used in manufacturing.
• Ensures all garments are accounted for both incoming and outbound from vendor by establishing a “check and balance” system(Shirley site).
• Maintains inventory cycle count of physical inventory on a routine basis.
• Assists in developing solutions to specific problem areas by working with Warehouse, Planning, Procurement Management and vendors.
• Development of SOPs, Change Controls to support the use of consumable inventory and introduction of materials/inventory to the plant.
• Request and review Inventory Analysis Reports to determine average usages of garments based on sizes/colors and garment type to ensure proper inventory levels(Shirley site).
• Re-evaluate inventory levels based on actual inventory counts and data provided in the inventory report.
• Develop a predetermined set schedule to identify appropriate sizes required by canvassing workforce. Execute per schedule and adjust inventoried garment sizes based on vendor contract commitments.
• Establish a visual Kanban System for inventory re-supply, return of soiled garments and control.
• Update / create procedures and provide training as required to support inventory control process.
• Establish a process that ensures the timely review and approval for sterile supplies such as garments / goggles based on usage and inventory levels to ensure there adequate garments to support filling.
• As required, identify significant variances and determine cause in supplies usage and work with procurement to adjust inventory levels as appropriate.
• Initiate purchase orders as required to support inventory process.
• Develop a training outline and conduct training for all employees who handle/use inventory and/or involved with the Inventory flow & process to drive accountability, increase awareness, and reinforce good practices and behaviors.
• Conduct training to reinforce proper use of garments to avoid unnecessary damage.
• Create confidence and communication amongst the staff working & handling the garments with key stakeholders.
• Develop specifications for all inventory items.
• Work with warehouse personnel to coordinate the timely & efficient movement of production supplies to and from the warehouse.
• Maintain satisfactory level of housekeeping & organization within production supply storage area.
• Monitor safety and take positive steps to eliminate hazardous situations.
• Consult with American Regent IT Department to assess the possibility of incorporating production supply inventory either into the Warehouse Mobility system currently used in manufacturing or possibly a new system.
• Other duties as required and assigned
• Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time
• Perform any other tasks/duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

• FMLA poster: https://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/fmlaen.pdf
• Know Your Rights: Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal (eeoc.gov)
• Employee Polygraph Protection Act: https://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/eppac.pdf

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED