Inventory Specialist

Key Responsibilities

• Warehouse Coordination: Oversee all warehousing activities, including coordinating with production, purchasing, and other departments to ensure timely material supply and shipment.
• Receipt and Distribution: Supervise the receipt, storage, and timely distribution of materials and equipment.
• Order Management: Assign orders to kitting, monitor progress, and ensure timely completion.
• Space Management: Develop and implement storage systems and procedures for optimal space utilization and operational efficiency.
• Inventory and Quality Control: Perform regular inventory audits, ensure accurate material transactions, and coordinate physical inventories. Resolve issues related to outdated stock, damages, and returns.
• Non-Conforming Material: Ensure prompt disposition of non-conforming materials.
• Forklift Operation: Operate a forklift as needed for material handling (Forklift experience is a plus).
• Shipping Coordination: Plan and schedule shipments through reliable transportation services to ensure timely delivery.
• Inventory Tracking: Maintain accurate inventory levels and ensure stock availability to meet production needs. Use inventory management software to track stock and manage reordering processes.
• Auditing and Reordering: Conduct regular inventory audits and reorder supplies as necessary to maintain stock levels.
• Expediting Orders: Monitor and track order statuses to ensure timely delivery, collaborating with suppliers, logistics providers, and internal departments.
• Problem-Solving: Address and resolve issues that may cause delays in the supply chain, ensuring smooth and efficient operations.
• Supplier Relations: Maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure a reliable and timely supply of materials.
• Data and Reporting: Use software to track and report on inventory levels, order statuses, and performance metrics to identify trends and areas for process improvement.

Requirements

• Education: High school diploma required; additional education in supply chain management, logistics, or related field preferred.
• Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience in warehouse management, inventory management, or expediting, ideally in a manufacturing or industrial setting. Experience with electronics or contract manufacturing is highly desirable.
• Skills: Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. Proficiency in inventory management software, ERP systems, and experience with MRP and Kanban processes is preferred.
• Quality Training: Kaizen, ISO-9000, AS9100, Six Sigma, or similar quality program training is a plus.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in inventory management software and ERP systems.
• Experience with MRP and Kanban processes.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.