Warehouse and Inventory Manager
7 days ago
Location: Cleveland, OH
Business Unit: Team Wendy
Purpose of Position:
The Warehouse and Inventory Manager is responsible for the overall management of our warehouse and inventory control systems. This includes leading a team, optimizing processes, and ensuring the accuracy and security of our high-value defense product inventory. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing complex warehouse operations and substantial inventory, with a proven ability to navigate the unique requirements of the defense industry. Experience with DOD contracting requirements, Just In Time (JIT) sourcing, and robust quality processes is essential for this role.
Key Responsibilities:
Inventory Management:
- Oversee all inventory control activities, including receiving, storing, picking, and shipping of raw materials, components, and finished goods.
- Implement and maintain robust inventory tracking systems (e.g., WMS, ERP) with a focus on traceability and compliance.
- Conduct regular cycle counts and physical inventories to ensure accuracy and reconcile discrepancies.
- Analyze inventory data to identify trends, forecast needs, and optimize stock levels to minimize holding costs and prevent shortages.
- Manage and track a substantial inventory for high-value products, adhering to all security and regulatory protocols.
- Manage all daily warehouse operations, ensuring efficiency, safety, and compliance with all company policies and government regulations.
- Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) for all warehouse activities, with a focus on quality and regulatory compliance.
- Optimize warehouse layout and space utilization to improve workflow and efficiency.
- Oversee the operations and maintenance of all warehouse equipment (e.g., forklifts, pallet jacks).
- Ensure a clean, organized, and secure warehouse environment, including controlled access to sensitive materials.
- Recruit, train, and manage a team of warehouse and inventory staff.
- Provide strong leadership, mentorship, and performance feedback to the team.
- Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Schedule and coordinate team shifts to ensure adequate coverage and productivity.
- Coordinate with procurement, production, and shipping departments to ensure a seamless flow of materials and products, aligning with DOD delivery requirements.
- Manage relationships with third-party logistics (3PL) providers and freight carriers, ensuring compliance with all defense-related shipping regulations.
- Optimize shipping and receiving processes to reduce lead times and costs.
- Ensure all shipping documentation is accurate and compliant with regulations, including ITAR.
- Work closely with the Quality Assurance team to ensure all products are handled and stored in accordance with quality standards such as ISO 9001 and AS9100.
- Maintain strict compliance with all relevant defense industry regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and specific DOD contracting requirements.
- Support and participate in internal and external audits related to quality and compliance.
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 5-7 years of experience in warehouse and inventory management, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
- Proven experience managing a large-scale warehouse facility with a high-volume, high-value inventory.
- Demonstrated experience with ERP/WMS systems.
- Strong knowledge of inventory control principles, warehouse operations, and logistics.
- Direct experience with DOD (Department of Defense) contracting requirements.
- Knowledge of the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and experience with ITAR-compliant processes.
- Familiarity with quality management systems (QMS) such as ISO 9001 and AS9100.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
- Experience in a manufacturing environment is required; experience with defense products, including ballistic protective equipment and other PPE, is highly preferred.
- Knowledge of safety regulations and best practices.
- Certification in Supply Chain Management (e.g., CSCP, CPIM).
- Experience with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Experience with government property management (GFE, GFP).
We are a world leader in protective equipment, with a reputation for innovative design, high-performance quality and specialist materials expertise. Our two brands, Avon Protection and Team Wendy, supply our respiratory and head protection portfolio to customers across the globe from our manufacturing sites in the UK and North America. With over 900 talented people our shared purpose and core beliefs are to be #FIERCE about Protecting Lives. It's why we come to work - and it's what motivates us, every day, to do the best work we can.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following:
- Flexible Schedule
- Generous paid time off
- Competitive Compensation Package
- Learning and Development Opportunities
- Bonus Plan
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- 401k Matching
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Mentorship Program
- Supplemental plans
- Company-paid life and AD&D
- Medical/Dental/Vision
This job description is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with this job. While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, management reserved the right to modify, add or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary.
Responsibilities of this position may include direct and/or indirect physical or logical access to information, systems, technologies subjected to the regulations/compliance with U.S. Export Control Laws.
U.S. Export Control laws and U.S. Government Department of Defense contracts and sub-contracts impose certain restrictions on companies and their ability to share export-controlled and other technology and services with certain "non-U.S. persons" (persons who are not U.S. citizens or nationals, lawful permanent residents of the U.S., refugees, "Temporary Residents" (granted Amnesty or Special Agricultural Worker provisions), or persons granted asylum (but excluding persons in nonimmigrant status such as H-1B, L-1, F-1, etc.) or non-U.S. citizens.
To comply with these laws, and in conjunction with the review of candidates for those positions within Avon that may present access to export controlled technical data, Avon must assess employees' U.S. person status, as well as citizenship(s).
The questions asked in this application are intended to assess this and will be used for evaluation purposes only. Failure to provide the necessary information in this regard will result in our inability to consider you further for this particular position. The decision whether or not to file or pursue an export license application is at Avon's sole election. Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without a sponsorship for employment visa status (e.e. H1B status).
The anticipated salary range for candidates who will work in Cleveland, OH is $90,000 to $110,000. The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and years of experience within the job, type and years of experience within the industry, education, etc.
EOE, Including Vet/Disability
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