Operations & Inventory Control Lead

Job Summary

The Operations and Inventory Control Lead provides coordination and communication support across purchasing, inventory control, scheduling, and planning functions to ensure efficient operational workflows. This position supports the achievement of company objectives by facilitating cross-functional collaboration and maintaining the flow of information and processes across key operational departments.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Affords Purchasing with external expediting activities utilizing shortage reports and the Global Shop ERP system
• Responsible for Inventory Control support by returning broken and defective material to vendors, creating part numbers, maintaining re-order points, and supporting current and future inventory needs and pricing
• Serves as the lead for all DMR activities, including report management, vendor communication, and production coordination
• Captures assigned projects as required
• Supports inventory locations, levels, cycle counting maintenance and review, and the return of materials back into inventory
• Serves as the lead for VMI programs and inventory stock level maintenance through collaboration with Purchasing and Manufacturing Engineering
• Affords development of purchasing and inventory KPIs and supports dashboard creation and maintenance for various departments
• Determines material movement requirements by reviewing work orders and retrieves inventory by locating and verifying materials
• Supports production meetings as required
• Maintains inventory and shipping records by completing logs and promoting part numbering accuracy and standardization
• Maintains a safe and clean work environment by following established standards, procedures, and applicable regulations
• Updates job knowledge through participation in educational opportunities and supports organizational objectives by completing related responsibilities as needed
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned, which may occasionally be outside the scope of this position

Qualifications

• Minimum Requirements: Associate's Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Project Management, or a related field; OR Five years of experience in operations, inventory control, purchasing, scheduling, planning, or a related field. Experience using ERP/MRP systems. Knowledgeable of inventory management, purchasing, scheduling, and operational planning processes. Ability to analyze data and identify trends to support operational decision-making. Ability to clearly communicate written and verbal information to individuals and groups. Ability to effectively coordinate activities and work collaboratively across multiple departments.
• Preferred Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Project Management, or a related field. Two years' experience in an Operations Specialist role or similar position within a manufacturing or production environment.