Inventory controller

An exciting career awaits you At MPC, we’re committed to being a great place to work – one that welcomes new ideas, encourages diverse perspectives, develops our people, and fosters a collaborative team environment. Position Summary: Marathon Petroleum Company LP is looking for a full-time Supply Chain Inventory Controller. This position will report to the Inventory Control Manager. The Inventory Controller will be responsible for supporting material control processes, including maintaining proper stocking levels, performing robust inventory reviews, optimizing inventory, executing reports, plus providing and capturing value for the organization and Company. The objective of this position will be to develop and manage inventory control strategies that support organizational Run the Business goals. The qualified candidate will understand Marathon’s material management program and the functional and strategic roles of material control activities utilized by the department. Candidates must be dynamic self-starters who work collaboratively, are results oriented, and driven by continuous improvement. This position may occasionally provide backup support to the Supply Chain Operations - Materials Management Master Data team, Warehouse Leaders, and other members of the Supply Chain Operations - Inventory Control team. Candidates must also possess the skills necessary to create/update material master records and have a foundation of warehouse operations. Key Responsibilities:

• Review and replenish MRO inventory at multiple Company locations
  • Convert planned orders to purchase requisitions for sourcing
  • Schedule transfers from same plant to fulfill requirements
  • Schedule transfers from other plants to fulfill requirements
  • Convert repairable items for in-house repair or third-party repair
• Review and convert Turnaround (TAR) and Project demand requirements at multiple Company locations
  • Convert to purchase requisitions for sourcing
  • Schedule transfers from same plant to fulfill requirements
  • Schedule transfers from other plants to fulfill requirements
• Show the ability and experience to accurately integrate inventories across multiple locations by maintaining a “one warehouse” mindset
• Perform robust inventory reviews
  • Stockouts and items at risk of stockouts
  • Inventory Optimization
    • ABC classifications
    • Forecasting demand based on planned activities or seasonality
    • Supplier stocking programs such as VMI and Consignment opportunities
    • Optimizing warehouse layouts
  • Inactive Equipment Reviews
  • Unfulfilled or canceled work order reservations and affected inventories
  • Surplus, obsolete and overstock materials management
• Participate, identify, and lead inventory management continuous improvement projects aimed at optimizing inventory
• Provide support for Company audits as needed
• Complete Supply Chain compliance control review assessments
• Report on value creation (benefit captures)
  

Competencies:

• Adaptability - Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment (e.g., people, processes, structure, or culture); adjusting effectively to change by exploring the benefits, trying new approaches, and collaborating with others to make the change successful.
• Building Partnerships - Developing and leveraging relationships within and across work groups to achieve results.
• Collaborating - Working cooperatively with others to help a team or work group achieve its goals.
• Communication - Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them to understand and retain the message. Clearly articulate, advise, and influence.
• Continuous Improvement - Originating action to improve existing conditions and processes; using appropriate methods to identify opportunities, implement solutions, and measure impact.
• Critical Thinking - Identifying and understanding issues, problems, and opportunities; using data analysis to draw conclusions; using judgment in choosing a course of action; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints and probable consequences. Intellectually curious.
• Driving for Results - Setting high goals for personal and group accomplishment; using measurement methods to monitor progress toward goals; tenaciously working to meet or exceed goals while deriving satisfaction from that achievement and continuous improvement.
• Facilitating Change - Encouraging others to implement better approaches to address problems and opportunities; leading the implementation and acceptance of change within the workplace. Unconventional thinker, creative, outside the box.
• Innovation - Creating novel solutions with measurable value for existing and potential customers (internal or external); experimenting with new ways to solve work problems and seize opportunities that result in unique and differentiated solutions.
  

Qualifications:

• Degree Required: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited University focused in Business, Operations, or Supply Chain Management.
• Experience Required: 3 or more years of experience in Inventory Management, Materials Management, or other related Supply Chain discipline.
• Recommended Proficiencies: SAP, Advanced Excel, APICS/ISM coursework related to inventory management and warehousing
  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Professional Level 1 (P1)

• Bachelor’s degree in related field.
• Entry level experience in experience in Inventory Management, Materials Management, or other related Supply Chain discipline. Professional Level 2 (P2)
• Bachelor’s degree in related field.
• 1 or more years’ experience in Inventory Management, Materials Management, or other related Supply Chain discipline. Professional Level 3 (P3)
• Bachelor’s degree in related field.
• 3 or more years’ experience in Inventory Management, Materials Management, or other related Supply Chain discipline. Professional Level 4 (P4)
• Bachelor’s degree in related field.
• 11 or more years’ experience in Inventory Management, Materials Management, or other related Supply Chain discipline. As an energy industry leader, our career opportunities fuel personal and professional growth.
  

Location: Garyville, Louisiana Job Requisition ID: 00012397 Pay Min/Max: $76,900.00 - $132,800.00 Salary Grade: 9 - 10 Location Address: Hwy #61 Marathon Ave Additional locations: Anacortes, Washington, Canton, Ohio, Carson, California, Catlettsburg, Kentucky, Detroit, Michigan, Dickinson, North Dakota, El Paso, Texas, Kenai, Alaska, Mandan, North Dakota, Martinez, California, Robinson, Illinois, Salt Lake City, Utah, St Paul Park, Minnesota, Texas City, Texas, Wilmington, California Education: Bachelors (Required) Employee Group: Full time Employee Subgroup: Regular Marathon Petroleum Company LP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decision-making, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition or AIDS/HIV status, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, military, veteran status, marital status, citizenship or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant, click here. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process at Marathon Petroleum LP, please contact our Human Resources Department at . Please specify the reasonable accommodation you are requesting, along with the job posting number in which you may be interested. A Human Resources representative will review your request and contact you to discuss a reasonable accommodation. Marathon Petroleum offers a total rewards program which includes, but is not limited to, access to health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off, 401k matching program, paid parental leave, and educational reimbursement. Detailed benefit information is available at mympcbenefits.com. The hired candidate will also be eligible for a discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program. Equal Opportunity Employer: Veteran / Disability