Storeroom Supervisor

U.S. Pipe•Lynchburg, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

U.S. Pipe is seeking a Storeroom Supervisor to join our Lynchburg, VA team. Under limited supervision, this position supervises and directs the operation of the plant storeroom that involves scheduling, receipt, disbursement, reorder, and inventory management of purchased goods. This position has an occasional weekend requirement.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED Required.
Knowledge of general production manufacturing and inventory management practices strongly preferred.
Familiarity with materials and supplies used in the manufacture of ductile iron pipe a plus.
Knowledge and experience with ERP systems and inventory management in a fast-paced, manufacturing environment
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to maintain a safe working environment for employees by enforcing safe work procedures, arranging for prompt equipment and facility repairs, maintaining effective housekeeping and complying with all internal safety practices and OSHA standards.
Basic business acumen/math skills.
Physical capabilities to perform inventory counts and inspect onsite and inbound deliveries.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field, or equivalent work experience
APICS/ASCM CPIM certification or equivalent inventory/materials management certification preferred

Responsibilities

Supervise and coordinate the receipt and disbursement of purchased goods as required to support the manufacturing functions.
Ensure adequate supply of all stocked items to ensure continued operations.
Maintain sound inventory management practices to ensure the accuracy of all stores records to include storage and placement of inventory in accordance with Company requirements.
Supervise stores inventory cost control through maintaining and reviewing inventory minimum and maximum levels.
Conduct regular physical inventory of items in primary and secondary storage areas, as well as non-stores supplies in outside areas as required.
Review inventory use and identify obsolete materials and supplies to be removed from active inventory in accordance with company procedures, and in collaboration with Maintenance and Production departments.
Supervise and execute the withdrawal of all Storeroom items.
Initiate parts reorder inquiries and generate purchase orders in accordance with procedures.
Expedite orders as required to ensure on-time delivery.
Resolve order discrepancies with suppliers and Accounting.
Update computer data accordingly.
Interact with production, maintenance, and accounting personnel to ensure the orderly and efficient operation of the storeroom.
Interact with outside vendors regarding purchases, returns, quality, and expediting.
Direct supervision of assigned employee workforce maintaining a positive and safe environment.
Assign work to employees and establish time schedules that ensure timely completion of required work across all shifts.
Coordinate all departmental activities and inform appropriate employees of relevant work activities of fellow employees.
Instruct and train all employees on the specific responsibilities of their job.
Assess employee training needs and establish on-the-job training activities on the procedures and techniques to allow the employee to become proficient as quickly as possible.