Inventory Control Supervisor

About the Role

Supervises and directs all activities and employees in Inventory Control.

Responsibilities

• Leadership and Management:
  • Recruit and interview Inventory Control staff.
  • Communicate criteria to recruiters for Inventory Control position candidates.
  • Coach Inventory Control staff in the interviewing/hiring process.
  • Monitor team member turnover; identify key factors that can be improved; make improvements.
  • Identify individual and team strengths and development needs on an ongoing basis.
  • Create and/or validate training curriculum in area of responsibility.
  • Coach and mentor Inventory Control staff to deliver excellence to every internal and external customer.
  • Create and manage succession plans for Inventory Control function.
  • Establish clear measurable goals and objectives for performance management.
  • Solicit ongoing feedback from Workcell Manager (WCM), Business Unit Manager (BUM), peers, and team members.
  • Provide ongoing coaching and counseling to team members based on feedback.
  • Perform team member evaluations professionally and on time.
  • Drive continuous improvement in key operational metrics and organizational goals.
  • Coordinate activities of large teams and keep them focused in times of crises.
  • Ensure fair and consistent recognition and rewards.
• Communication:
  • Provide a weekly communication forum for the exchange of ideas and information with the department.
  • Organize verbal and written ideas clearly and use an appropriate business style.
  • Assess communication style of individual team members and adapt own communication style accordingly.
• Functional Management:
  • Define, develop, and implement an Inventory Control strategy aligned with campus strategic directions.
  • Provide regular updates to BUM, WCM, and Operations Manager on strategy execution.
  • Identify creative ways to reduce costs by streamlining processes and systems.
  • Utilize tools to monitor departmental costs and trends, striving for continuous improvement.
• Technical Management:
  • Monitor and assure optimum department performance.
  • Drive inspection out of the process and increase dock-to-stock material percentage.
  • Improve processing time for received materials.
  • Maintain appropriate levels of operational supplies and support equipment.
  • Provide frequent and accurate feedback to Inventory Control and Quality departments.
  • Interface with departmental supervisors, support functions, engineering, program management, and plant operations.
  • Supervise and coordinate activities related to outgoing shipments, including verification and inspection.
  • Ensure accuracy of record keeping and stock levels.
  • Ensure production line receives correct parts for manufacturing.
  • Eliminate errors impacting performance against budget and department efficiency.
  • Recommend capital equipment and human resource changes as needed.
  • Adhere to safety, health, and security policies.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, analyze, interpret, and communicate regarding scientific/technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
• Ability to respond to inquiries from customers, regulatory agencies, and business community.
• Effective presentation skills to top management.
• Advanced PC skills, including Jabil’s software packages.
• Proficiency in calculations (discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, volume).
• Ability to apply basic algebra and geometry concepts.
• Problem-solving skills in situations with limited standardization.
• Ability to interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule instructions.
• Strong knowledge of global and regional logistics operations and industry.
• Proficiency in determining logistics requirements to support business goals.
• Strong financial and analytical ability.
• Knowledge of international direct and indirect taxes and global customs regimes.
• Proven track record in change management and cost reduction programs.
• Strong communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and email.

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree preferred; and five years of experience. Or a combination of education, experience, and/or training.

Pay

The pay range for this role is $77,500 - $139,500. Job-related, non-discriminatory factors used to determine the actual offered rate include qualifications and experience, geographic location, education, external market data, and consideration of internal equity.

Benefits

As part of the total rewards package, Jabil offers benefits to enhance your health, wealth, and resilient self. These include medical, dental, and vision insurance plans; 401(k) retirement plan and employee stock purchase plan; and paid time off.