The Inventory Specialist is responsible for coordinating weekly cycle counts as well as the weekly and month-end reporting activities. Execute the production order reconciliation process and request relevant cycle counts and adjust the inventory counts as required. Identify root causes of inventory discrepancies and work cross functionally to resolve. Proactively work to prevent unnecessary aging of materials to prevent loss. Lead by example, train material handlers on cycle counting effectively and educate on the importance of inventory accuracy. Conduct regular cycle counts and update perpetual inventory records. Communicate to the relevant customer partners as required to assist in the efforts to maintain and reconcile the inventory records.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Point person for day-to-day inventory issues
Manages cycle counts for geographic counting(A-Z): generates cycle count list, may involve daily cycle counting, and cycle count corrections
Root cause analysis of inventory discrepancies, look for solutions to recurring problems
Track and maintain inventory accuracy for cycle count and HTL (High Traffic Location) accuracy at your site. Log in formation in to Share Point.
Report out weekly cycle count and HTL (High Traffic Location) accuracies for your site.
Account for all production usages for each production run, check for variances/errors during reconciliation.
Respond to count requests from various departments promptly depending on priority
Ensure accuracy of cycle count transactions
Execute dispositions after material(s) have been physically removed from warehouse, removing material from SAP. May have to produce AOD (Affidavit of Destruction)
Monitor all blocked quants and resolve in a timely manner.
Monitor HTL (High Traffic Location) areas and send out daily emails to departments that need to follow up on pallets sitting longer than 24 hours.
Attend drumbeats to discuss any Inventory Control issues that are being caused by other departments not following correct processes.
Investigate and resolve any negative quantiles showing in all systems.
Conduct 3PL warehouse reconciliation on a weekly basis
CHEP/PECO weekly/monthly reconciliation
KANBAN, TANK and MISC reconciliation
May include additional duties assigned by Manager
KEY COMPETENCIES
Familiar with SAP planning, procurement.
Knowledge of HFS products or food product industry
Data analysis and problem solving using defined methodologies
Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Ensure collaborative relationships with Hearthside staff
Work effectively with all levels of the organization
Issue and receive instructions using guidelines
Utilize 'best in class' behaviors with focus on safety, quality, and policy focus
Multi-task and respond to non-routine requests
Operate fork lifts, pallet jacks, scissor lift and shuttle truck
Work in a detailed oriented fashion
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
High School Diploma or equivalent
2 years' experience in inventory control
Demonstrated math skills
Demonstrated computer skills; MS office and email, SharePoint a plus
Experience with ERP programs, SAP a plus
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Sitting at a work station for extended periods of time
Stand, walk, climb stairs on an infrequent basis
Must be able to lift 20 pounds on an infrequent basis
