Inventory Control Manager

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Description

Job Duties:

• Put in order and file packing slips from previous day
• Research queues concerning possible receiving errors and/or invoices that do not match what was received
• Resolve discrepancies with accounting regarding invoices, packing slips, and receiver reports
• Sign off on problem freight before it leaves receiving
• Receive packing slips if receiving is behind
• Schedule incoming freight
• Monitor future freight using container report, open purchase order report, and communication with Director of Purchasing
• Create the return PO for freight claims including a copy of the invoice for filing of freight claim
• Morning walk throughs to look for damaged pallets, locations that need rearranging, replenishment, and generally just make sure inventory is presentable
• Research the review queue adjustments
• Review daily cycle counts: check random counts to verify accuracy
• Create monthly cycle count schedule and oversee its adherence
• Cycle-count all power tool SKU's the day following their receipt
• Weekly tool cage counts
• Create monthly receiving and inventory plan
• Assist Receiving Manager in planning, organizing, and monitoring the receiving, storage and distribution of all items received either from suppliers or production shops
• Ensure a smooth and consistent operation so material and supplies are stored, slotted, and distributed in an effective and efficient manner as needed to satisfy internal and external stakeholders
• Maintain an equipment structure and level to accomplish the warehouse and receiving mission in a safe and effective manner
• Provide appropriate equipment and racking to ensure the safe transport and storage of all materials
• Research material handling equipment to ensure procurement of the most suitable equipment in terms of performance, safety, reliability, and cost
• Monitor the unloading of all materials into the receiving department, ensuring materials are staged for counting and inspection and receiving reports accurately report material received
• Ensure materials are stored properly to conserve space and comply with safety procedures
• Oversee the rotation of inventories within the warehouses
• Completion of all assigned NEFCO trainings
• Monitor and enforce all NEFCO training initiatives for associates under your supervision.
• Assist in implementation of new training and enhance existing training processes for associates under your supervision.
• Perform ad hoc duties / special requests as assigned.
• Continually re-warehouses product to optimize picking efficiency and minimize errors.
• Review direct reports' timecards, ensuring employees' time is accurately recorded and complete.
• Approve employee timecards at the end of each period, prior to supervisor deadline.
• Work with employees to resolve errors (missing punches, adjustments, etc.).
• Review and approve PTO requests.

Responsible for upholding the Leader's Safety Six protocol:

• Don't tolerate unsafe acts
• Identify and fix unsafe conditions
• Report EVERY incident
• Conduct accident investigations
• Communicate with HR about incidents and subsequent investigations.
• WALK THE TALK

Monday - Friday (Occasional Saturday)

• Typically 45-50 hours

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Must have a track record of being a results-oriented person who has worked in industrial warehousing/distribution operations for 5+ years
• Must be effective communicator up, down and across the organization
• High school diploma (or equivalent); college degree preferred
• Ability to use NEFCO's ERP software system
• Ability to use warehouse layouts for planning purposes
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, or Outlook
• Basic computer skills
• Must have a positive, hard-working attitude
• Ability to establish priorities, work independently and little supervision
• Ability to multitask
• Ability to stand on concrete floor for long periods of time
• Must be able to work in various climate conditions such as cold, heat, humidity for an extended period of time
• Ability to crouch, stoop, kneel, crawl and twist for lifting
• Ability to safely as much as 50 lbs.
• Ability to review and interpret computer images and written documents
• Analytical ability including basic math skills
• Ability to operate warehouse equipment (including forklifts) and be recertified
• Must be detail-oriented and hands on 'roll up the sleeves' type with aptitude for multi-tasking and adapting to a fast-paced environment with ever changing priorities
• Must have effective interpersonal skills with ability to direct, coach, support, and delegate to associates