Inventory Specialist

At Sagetech Avionics, one of our core values is providing reliable, quality products. The Inventory Specialist plays a critical role in living up to that value by providing the right parts at the right time to our production team, managing and tracking inventory on hand to support forecasted production schedules, and shipping products and accessories to our customers.

This role will also assist in transitioning to an ERP system, defining the most efficient and accurate processes and implementing them. During the next year, Sagetech will be commissioning a new production line, increasing headcount and improving infrastructure. The Inventory Specialist will play an important role in the success of these efforts.

Objectives of this Role
Purchasing and Receiving

• In support of the production schedule, future forecasts and individual requests, place orders for required production, engineering and facility supply items from approved suppliers.
• Work effectively within our current inventory management system, and participate in the transition to new ERP system.
• Receive parts and supplies into our system, and coordinate with the Quality Team and ensure received quality are accurate to purchase and meets requirements. Coordinate return and replacement where necessary.
• Prepare and maintain Hazardous Material ordering, storage, and disposal for all production and engineering needs.
• Maintain proper handling instructions and labeling standards per OSHA mandates.
  

Production Support

• Working with the sales team manage a production schedule that meets sales forecast demand.
• Under the guidance of the Senior Director of Operations and in coordination with the Production Supervisor, pull material from stock for production kits.
• Purchase and store production supplies when requested by the Production Supervisor.
• Receive WIP inventory and Finished Goods into stock. Track serial numbers as appropriate.
  

Inventory Management

• Organize the stockroom and ensure all parts are logically, safely and neatly stored.
• Perform cycle counts and physical inventories to ensure our system accurately reflects inventory on hand and inventory costs.
• Maintain records of serial numbers, Certificates of Compliance and other records as required by the Quality Management System.
  

Shipping

• Package and ship products and accessories to our customers in support of sales orders.
• Coordinate with the Sales team on requirements for upcoming sales order deliveries.
  

Measures of Success

• Material availability to production plan.
• Inventory accuracy.
• Material cost actuals as compared to expected bill of materials cost.
  

Required Skills and Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to use computer systems for ordering, receiving and recording inventory transactions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work with others in a professional but fun environment.
• Detail-oriented.
• Ability to logically organize stockrooms and other areas to support inventory processes.
• Ability to work 8-10 hour shifts sitting, standing and moving part inventory.
• Good problem-solving capabilities.
  

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Sales, General Business, and Education

Industries

Wireless Services, Telecommunications, and Communications Equipment Manufacturing

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