Supervisor - Inventory Control

The Supv, Inventory Control will oversee all tasks involved in managing inventories of raw material, sub-assemblies, and finished goods.

The Supv, Inventory Control will oversee all tasks involved in managing inventories of raw material, sub-assemblies, and finished goods. This includes adjustments and cycle counting of all materials to effectively balance supply and demand for product as well as high level inventory analysis. This position will supervise Cycle Counter positions.

• Responsible for inventory management of material by cycle counts, entering adjustments as required, in Visual.
• Responsible for inventory analysis, including in-depth reviews of inventory variance, problem solving, and root cause analysis.
• Utilize MRP system to generate inventory reports such as excess and obsolete materials, materials usage, and demand.
• Design and develop procedures to assist with purchasing, production, scheduling, inventory control and traffic, which assures the availability of parts, materials, and transportation for an uninterrupted flow of materials for production in accordance with “Just-in-time” delivery schedules, while maintaining minimum inventories.
• Supervise Cycle Counter positions.
• Review and coordinate Engineering Change Notices with Engineering, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing to ensure smooth transitions.
• Responsible for weekly and monthly Bulk Issue counts.
• Inform Supply Chain Manager when inventory issues arise and provide recommended solutions.
• Communicate effectively with all departments.

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 5+ years of inventory control or production supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment required.

• APICS Certification preferred.
• Lean or Six Sigma training preferred.

• Skilled in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Power Point
• Ability to create and display information in table and chart format.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals. Ability to respond to internal and external customers as needed.
• Strong math skills required.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions.

• Occasional travel may be required.

• Dependability – Follows instructions, responds to management direction;
  Takes responsibility for own actions;
  Keeps commitments; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals. Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Interpersonal Skills – Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming;
  Maintains confidentiality;
  Listens to others without interrupting;
  Keeps emotions under control;
  Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Judgement – Displays willingness to make decisions;
  Exhibits sound and accurate judgment;
  Supports and explains reasoning for decisions;
  Includes appropriate people in decision-making process;
  Makes timely decisions.
• Organizational Support – Follows policies and procedures;
  Completes tasks correctly and on time;
  Supports organization’s goals and values;
  Supports affirmative actions and respects diversity.
• Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner;
  Gathers and analyzes information skillfully;
  Develops alternative solutions;
  Works well in group problem solving situations;
  Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Safety and Security – Observes safety and security procedures;
  Reports potentially unsafe conditions;
  Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Teamwork – Balances team and individual…