WireCo WorldGroup

Machinery

InventoryControlSpecialist

Sedalia, Missouri, United States FULL TIME
The Brief

“Inventory Control Specialist at WireCo WorldGroup. Skills: inventory control, cycle counts, inventory variances, stakeholder management, resource planning, continuous improvement. performing monthly cycle counts. end of year cycle counts”

Industry & Context.

Machinery
Problems you'll solve

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists; identifying/developing solutions due to space constraints

Eligibility Requirements

Must be able to operate computers and specific computer software, copier, and fax machine, Required to wear safety equipment, consisting of approved metatarsal safety shoes, eye protection, and hearing protection, Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction, An applicant must complete a satisfactory background check post-offer of employment, Must be willing and able to pass a post-offer drug screen and physical (if required), Must be 18 years of age or older, Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs. as needed, Comfortable working in a warehouse environment with varying temperatures and noise levels

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

One to three years related experience, Ability to read and interpret documents such as order confirmations, customer POs, shipping schedules, open order reports, and procedure manuals, Demonstrates the ability to prepare routine reports and professional correspondence, and to communicate effectively with both internal and external stakeholders, Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals, Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent, Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists, Ability to interpret and act on instructions presented in written, verbal, diagrammatic, or schedule-based formats, Must be able to be certified as a Forklift Operator

Nice to Have

Associate or bachelor’s degree in supply chain, logistics, or related field, Experience in a manufacturing environment, Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma principles, Familiarity with inventory forecasting and demand planning

What You'll Do.

performing monthly cycle counts

end of year cycle counts

investigating and resolving inventory variances

fulfillment tasks including allocating product and adding empty reels to incoming orders

inputting orders for vendors

receiving supermarket product into inventory as it arrives

entering/validating/auditing info on all the Kanban boards

filing completed orders appropriately

using IMS systems to print labels and tag measured reels

using a forklift to put away product

assisting the Distribution Center Manager in effectively managing inventory

performing cycle counts

resolving inventory variances

supporting team members

Investigates and resolves inventory discrepancies

including root cause analysis and corrective actions

Performs housekeeping duties such as re-labeling of existing product

identifying/developing solutions due to space constraints and general warehousing

Maintains organized and compliant storage practices aligned with safety and quality standards

Ensures proper documentation and transaction processing by utilizing existing ERP system and other software including but not limited to JDE

Performing any other miscellaneous duties as by may be assigned by the DC Manager

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

work as a member of a team; interact and work cooperatively with the Shipping/Scheduling Supervisor, Leads, Quality Manager, Scheduler, Planners, Fabricators, and Accounting Manager; Assists as needed with Transparency to clearly communicate priorities and effectively relaying information to team members; Exhibits Determined characteristics by working with and maintaining relationships with all other departments to help run the business; will assist the DC Manager in day-to-day facilitation of Inventory Control activities while promoting Teamwork within the department

Communication Scope

communicate clearly and effectively in both written and verbal forms; Demonstrates the ability to prepare routine reports and professional correspondence, and to communicate effectively with both internal and external stakeholders; effectively communicating questions, suggestions or concerns

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