Inventory Control Coordinator

• This role is designed and intended to be performed in Sheldon, IA.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee daily inventory, logistics and receipt operations, ensuring efficiency, safety, and compliance.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage the flow of raw materials and finished goods at Sheldon, IA location


• Control inventory at mixing facilities and warehouses


• Order packaging and materials to ensure that the necessary supplies are readily available for efficient manufacturing and product delivery


• Process inbound and outbound inventory transactions for ingredients and finished product


• Function as a Microsoft AX/D365 power user (Future State)


• Function as a AS400 and Feed Digest user


• Communicate with supply chain management, procurement, customer service, quality and production and warehousing teams


• Collaborate with department heads as necessary to ensure coordination of purchasing, production, service, and delivery with the sales function


• Coordinate production planning with the Site Supervision and Corporate Commodities


• Monitor daily logistical activity to ensure production quotas are met and targeted deadlines are achieved


• Lead and mentor logistics specialists and warehouse material handlers


• Participate as an active member of the Kent network, and all other meeting attendance.


• Champion safety within the department while influencing plant-wide safety performance


• Lead month end inventory count and reconciliation processes


• Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND/OR QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5+ years’ experience in warehouse and logistics operations or equivalent combination of education and experience is required


• Proficient in Microsoft AX/D365 and Microsoft Office


• Proficient in AS400 application and Quickbooks


• Excellent organizational skills, with keen attention to detail and high level of accuracy


• Effective time management skills are required to meet deadlines and prioritize tasks


• Collaborate effectively and work within a team environment


• Experience in receiving, storing, shipping goods and managing inventory


• Experience with Microsoft AX Dynamics or AS400, Excel, and Quickbooks


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills


• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities at the same time while meeting deadlines.


• Interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish effective professional relationships with employees, contractors, and outside agencies.


• Leadership skills, such as the ability to motivate a team and provide feedback.

TRAVEL EXPECTED:

• Up to 10% collaborating with other facilities and for training/conferences