Sr. Coordinator, Inventory Management

Inventory Management is accountable for the design and execution of demand planning and customer forecasting systems, supply planning, product deployment and expediting processes, and the development and implementation of a stocking optimization model to minimize costs and inventory while delivering on service requirements.

The Senior Coordinator, Inventory Management analyzes existing inventory and resolves inbound and outbound discrepancies in order to drive operational efficiency. This job validates inbound shipments, places electronic orders, creates standard inventory reports and forecasts, validates electronic data interchanges (EDI), coordinates off-site storage and stock transfers and leads regular cycle counts. By ensuring the quality and efficiency of inventory management, this job contributes to customer satisfaction and minimizing the facility’s expenses.

Schedule

Monday - Friday: 8:00am - 5:00pm EST (or until task complete). Shift end times may vary based on operational need.

Pay

Anticipated hourly range: $24.00 per hour - $37.84 per hour. Bonus eligible: No. The hourly range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Paid time off plan
• Health savings account (HSA)
• 401k savings plan
• Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Work-Life resources
• Paid parental leave
• Healthy lifestyle programs

Responsibilities

• Upon receipt of inbound products from manufacturers, checks packing slips to ensure that the quantity of product matches the slips and the order placed. Enters and validates product data in the warehouse management system (WMS) and releases product for use in the facility.
• Develops forecasts of inventory based on customer demand, orders, and shipment speeds of various products and suppliers.
• Places electronic orders based on inventory reporting and forecasting. Communicates with suppliers as necessary to provide additional order information.
• Continually monitors inventory levels and runs reports from WMS (warehouse management system) to analyze slow-moving products, fast-moving products, and expiration date data.
• Evaluates quantity discrepancies and quality issues, such as damaged products, in inbound shipments and enters issues into WMS (warehouse management system). Contacts suppliers to identify and resolve the issue and, as necessary, escalates issues to a supervisor.
• Conducts regular cycle counts and physical inventories based on lists and instruction provided by Supervisor or Lead Coordinator, including collecting and validating the count data.

Qualifications

• 3-6 years of experience, preferred
• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent work experience, preferred

What is expected of you and others at this level

• Effectively applies knowledge of job and company policies and procedures to complete a variety of assignments
• In-depth knowledge in technical or specialty area
• Applies advanced skills to resolve complex problems independently
• May modify process to resolve situations
• Works independently within established procedures; may receive general guidance on new assignments
• May provide general guidance or technical assistance to less experienced team members