Inventory Control Supervisor- MRB

JOB SUMMARY
Supervises and directs all activities and employees in Inventory Control.

RESPONSIBILITIES

LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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.

Employee and Team Development

• 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.

Performance Management

• Establish clear measurable goals and objectives by which to determine individual and team results.
• Solicit ongoing feedback from Workcell Manager (WCM), Business Unit Manager (BUM), peers and team member on team member’s contribution to the Workcell team.
• Express pride in staff and encourage them to feel good about their accomplishments.
• Perform team member evaluations professionally and on time.
• Drive individuals and the team to continuously improve in key operational metrics and the achievement of the organizational goals.
• Coordinate activities of large teams and keep them focused in times of crises.
• Ensure recognition and rewards are managed fairly and consistently in area of responsibility.

Communication

• Provide 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.
• Ask questions; encourage input from staff.
• Assess communication style of individual team members and adapt own communication style accordingly.

FUNCTIONAL MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

Business Strategy and Direction

• Know and understand the campus strategic directions.
• Define, develop and implement an Inventory Control strategy, which contributes to the campus strategic directions.
• Develop an understanding of the Workcell business strategy as it pertains to Inventory Control.
• Provide regular updates to BUM, WCM, and Operations Manager on the execution of the strategy.

Cost Management

• Identify creative ways to reduce cost by streamlining processes and systems.
• Utilize tools to monitor departmental cost and cost trends, striving continuously to improve value.
• Provide feedback to peers on cost and cost trends.

TECHNICAL MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

• Monitor performance of the department and assure optimum performance.
• Drive inspection out of the process and thereby increase the percentage of dock-to-stock material.
• Drive for shortest processing time possible on all received material and continually improve the processing time performance.
• Maintain appropriate levels of operational supplies and support equipment.
• Assure that all tools, equipment, and visual aids necessary for efficient and accurate completion of pertinent tasks are in proper working order.
• Provide frequent and accurate feedback to the Inventory Control and Quality departments and assist with problem solving.
• Supervises and coordinates activities related to verifying and keeping records of outgoing shipments.
• Ensures accuracy of record keeping and actual stock in the stockroom.
• Ensures that the production line receives the correct parts for manufacturing.
• Ensure all material is stocked promptly and accurately.
• Eliminate errors that can impact performance against budget and efficiency of department.
• Recommend capital equipment and human resource changes in the area where appropriate.
• Adhere to all safety and health rules and regulations associated with this position.
• Comply and follow all procedures within the company security policy.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to read, analyze, interpret and communicate regarding common scientific and/or technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
• Ability to effectively present information to top management.
• Advanced PC skills, including training and knowledge of Jabil’s software packages.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Strong knowledge of global and regional logistics operations and industry.
• Strong proficiency in determining logistics requirements to enable company’s business goals.
• Strong financial and analytical ability.
• Strong knowledge of international direct and indirect taxes as well as global customs regimes.
• Proven track record of successful change management accomplishments.
• Strong and convincing communication skills.
• Proficiency in use of personal computers, Microsoft Office products and e-mail skills required.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

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