Inventory Control Manager

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:

1. Don’t tolerate unsafe acts
2. Identify and fix unsafe conditions
3. Report EVERY incident
4. Conduct accident investigations
5. Communicate with HR about incidents and subsequent investigations.
6. WALK THE TALK

Monday – Friday (Occasional Saturday)

• Typically 45-50 hours

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