Metal Supply & Inventory Specialist

Overview

Rolled Products (RP) is a dynamic global organization that offers the widest variety of aluminum plate and sheet in the world. As suppliers to the aerospace, automotive, commercial transportation, building and construction, industrial, and packaging and consumer goods markets, our high-quality materials are the foundation for many products that touch everyday life. Since it opened in 1948, Arconic’s Davenport, Iowa aluminum facility has been at the forefront of American manufacturing.

The plant employs 2,400 people and is a focal point of the global aluminum industry, with 25 percent of revenues coming from exports. Through continued modernization, including a $500 million investment over the past decade, Davenport maintains its position as the world’s premier aerospace and automotive supply plant.

• Manage inventories, balance production requirements to planned inventory levels. Work with operations to adjust strategies as needed.
• Assist with development of material requirement forecasts to support the ingot cast house goals and objectives.
• Continuously monitor changes in forecasts and casting demand to identify and communicate necessary changes to supply flow.
• Work closely with Scrap Flow leader and Operations team to facilitate and assist timely scrap ship-outs and receipts.
• Work closely with all parties involved in the commercial metals process including buyers, suppliers, accounting, material receiving, and engineered store owners. Drive inventory accuracy and timely resolution of discrepancies.
• Provide monthly forecasts for material consumption.
• Actively participate in the Materials Daily Management meeting between ingot supply chain and ingot operating groups.
• Assist in Ingot Plant interim inventory activities.
• Assist with special projects related to the efficiency of scrap and raw material movement. Identify and implement opportunities for waste reduction.
• Facilitate monthly inventories with external auditors for accuracy.
• Daily data analysis and reporting for past performance. Identify challenges and lead teams for resolution.
• Develop skills to function as back-up for other Supply Chain ingot plant functions, including cast house scheduling.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with a broad range of individuals and functions inside and outside the organization.
• Microsoft Office knowledge, especially Word and Excel.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Basic Qualifications:
• Four-year degree in business, engineering, or supply chain field is required.
• Minimum five years’ experience in a manufacturing environment or in materials/inventory management.
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Work experience and knowledge of principles and concepts of lean manufacturing (ABS) used for achieving business results.
• Understanding of inventory forecasting, management and control processes.
• Basic understanding of the procurement and shipment processes.
• Critical Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Communication skills — The ability to summarize complex situations into actionable items.
• Resourcefulness;
  Results oriented, with ability to respond quickly;
  Effective listening skills.
• Experience working in a union environment.

Arconic Corporation is a leading provider of aluminum sheet, plate and extrusions, as well as innovative architectural products, that advance the automotive, aerospace, commercial transportation, industrial and building and construction markets. Building on more than a century of innovation, Arconic helps to transform the way we fly, drive, and build. We live our core values and commit to delivering sustainable value to our customers, our employees, our communities and our stakeholders.

At Arconic, we:

• Act With Integrity :
  We lead with respect, honesty, transparency and accountability.
• Safeguard our Future :
  We protect and improve the health and safety of our employees, communities and environment.
• Grow Stronger Together :
  We cultivate an inclusive and diverse culture that advocates for equity.
• Earn Customer Loyalty :
  We build customer partnerships through best-in-class products and service.
• Drive Operational Excellence :
  We pursue continuous improvement through innovation, agility, people development and collaboration.
• Create Value :
  We achieve success by generating and growing value for our stakeholders.

United States EEO Statement: Arconic Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. We take action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

About The Team
Davenport Works is the country’s largest aluminum rolling mill, opened in 1948 and currently employing more than 2,000 people. It is located in the Quad Cities region and ships product worldwide.