Inventory Control Specialist

SUMMARY:

The position is responsible for managing and maintaining PTK site inventory levels (FG's/RM's @ WH10, WH20, & ADS), analyzing inventory data, ensuring compliance to inventory control procedures/policies, controlling FIFO with logistical & operational teams, as well as the overall accuracy of inventory records. This role with work directly with all manufacturing departments including but not limited to shipping & receiving, operations, quality, R&D, and procurement.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Monitor and analyze inventory levels and order/shipping trends to ensure that goals are met and inventory is always available while maintaining FIFO
• Develop, implement, and update inventory control procedures and policies to minimize losses and reduce costs. Includes facilitating training to departments as needed.
• Accurately record and document inventory data (weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, quarterly, annually)
• Provide guidance and leadership to all cross functional teams to ensure minimal loss/write offs
• Assist procurement department/customer service team on inventory levels as needed.
• Review inventory records and transactions for accuracy
• Track inventory levels and report on any changes or trends
• Work directly with shipping/receiving and operations team on Ross procedures and maintaining accurate inventory per PTK policies.
• Prepare and submit reports to management as directed by manager
• Partner with and provide cross-functional accountability to Procurement, Production, External Warehouses, Customer Service and other applicable groups to achieve business objectives.
• Ensure that goods inward/stock control department is well organized and controlled to sufficiently support production and the goals of the business.
• Train, explain and hold people accountable to the Traceability and recovery process using ERP system.
• Provide management with the information on inventory performance using KPIs and root cause analysis.
• Perform inventory cycle counts using ABC count codes for items.
• Perform a timed Food Safety Trace Exercise during the BRC, and other food safety audits, up to 9-12 per year companywide.
• Ensure integrity and accuracy of the stock management system.
• Perform and assist in semiannual physical counts of all of the outside warehouses.
• Manage control measures to ensure mistakes, inaccuracies and discrepancies are highlighted, addressed, and resolved.
• Perform other duties as required to support supply chain and operational objectives.
• Achieve a minimum of 95% inventory record accuracy.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• B.S. or B.A. in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics or Operations Management preferred; Or 2 or more years' experience in combination of Warehousing, Receiving, Inventory Control, and Materials Management in a manufacturing environment
• A minimum of 2 years working experience in Operations, Supply Chain, Scheduling and Warehouse and Transportation.
• Must be able to work in a team environment cordially and effectively, as well as having the ability to lead a team.
• Possess a relevant professional qualification and/or suitable background experience in Inventory Management/Purchasing/Supply Chain.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Warehouse Management System (WMS), and Logistics execution utilizing business tools.
• Knowledge of inventory management principles related to FIFO. Ability to balance WIP (Work in Progress) and JIT (Just in Time) warehouse locations
• Advanced Skills in Microsoft Excel for reporting and tracking write offs and reason codes.
• Must always exhibit a high level of flexibility and an ability to multi-task
• Must be able to work with little or no supervision
• Must possess good reasoning and problem-solving abilities
• Must have the ability to work as a 'link person' or middle person amongst customers, employees, and vendors
• Experience with FSMA
• Skilled in DOT rules and regulations
• Experience of lean manufacturing, Kanban and kaizen continuous improvement or similar production tools within a high-volume, high-quality manufacturing facility.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for a demanding and customer focused working environment.
• Excellent personal organization and business administration skills in accordance with modern best practice methods
• Ability to work productively, efficiently, and effectively with initiative and drive under tight timescales and pressure while maintaining attention to detail and quality.
• Willingness to learn, improve and adapt
• Cost-Control Focus
• Results Driven Individual
• High Energy Level
• Possess relevant IT skills in basic MS Office applications – Outlook, Excel & Word and a working knowledge or business ERP systems.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Occasional pushing/pulling and lifting/carrying 50 pounds or less.
• Occasional standing, walking, sitting, handling, reaching, climbing, and bending