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About the Position
The Inventory Control Supervisor will be responsible for, but not limited to, functions pertaining to the assessment and coordination of personnel, equipment and inventory to meet daily productivity goals and timelines. Additional responsibilities include the monitoring and movement of physical inventory in order to maintain inventory accuracy, and the coordination of an accurate inventory, including but not limited to physical inventory, and High Jump. The Inventory Supervisor is responsible for the directing of all associates in the site’s Inventory Department and ensures that the inventory area meets the requirements of the customer and the site. The inventory supervisor will also act as the site’s quality assurance, safety, and training representative.
Functions
Oversees the accuracy of all inventory of both inbound and outbound product via Audits and cycle counts
Report any conditions deemed to be unsafe to the Operations Manager or General Manager
Ensures associates safety training, if applicable
Open and/or secure the building as required
Conduct the building security audit as required
Directs inventory staff in completion of work to meet customer expectations
Review and maintain hours in timekeeping system as required
Ensures issues are communicated as required
Oversees returns and damage area daily to ensure completion of all product put away
Maintain carton inventory if applicable
Lead efforts for root cause analysis within the operation with regards to inventory discrepancies, including research and resolution.
Ensures that all associates are trained and following all CPs, K-WINs, and Standard Work as outlined in the Kenco Quality Management System (KQMS) in addition to EIP, LM, LEAN and Six Sigma.
Consolidate quality hold product, if applicable
Coordinate zoning of physical inventory
Investigates cause of mixed stows
Coordinate stow consolidations to create space in the warehouse as needed
Organize and oversee physical inventories as directed by our customer Proactively communicate to appropriate management issues/concerns.
Prepare and process daily reports
Manage and issue mid-year and annual reviews.
Other tasks and duties as assigned by the General Manager.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree from a four-year college or university and/or a minimum of 5 years prior experience Inventory planning; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Previous supervision, team lead or management experience of hourly warehouse/operations employees.
High volume receiving and distribution production for a large broad line warehouse network
Competencies
Business Acumen - Knowledgeable in current and possible future policies, practices, trends, technology, and information affecting his/her business and organization.
Communicate for Impact - Devoting the time and resources necessary to communicate the strategic vision, direction, priorities, and progress of the team for which you are responsible.
Leading People - Ability to develop and implement strategies to maximize employee performance and foster employee engagement in meeting the organization's strategy.
Managing Transitions / Change Management - Effectively plans, manages and communicates changes in processes with appropriate stakeholders.
Relationship Management - Building and maintaining relationships with internal partners to successfully complete projects and…