Inventory Champion: Logistics & Materials Flow

Emerson; Bussero; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson in Bussero, Italy, is seeking a Logistics & Inventory Specialist to optimize material flow between Emerson and external subcontractors. You will support inventory accuracy, stock optimization, and operational excellence, collaborating with Planning, Purchasing, Warehouse Operations, Quality, and Production teams.

The role emphasizes hands-on inventory control, cycle counts, ERP transactions, and data-driven improvements.

Qualifications

• Experience in logistics, supply chain, inventory management, or related field.
• Strong Excel skills and ability to analyze data.
• Experience with ERP or business systems.
• English and Italian communication for daily business interactions.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate material flow with external subcontractors performing assembly activities for Emerson products.
• Prepare shipping documentation and ensure timely and accurate shipment of materials to subcontractors.
• Track materials and components sent to suppliers and record finished goods upon receipt.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with subcontractors, ensuring timely follow-up on open actions and material availability.
• Serve as the site Inventory Champion, promoting inventory accuracy and stock optimization.
• Perform and coordinate daily cycle count activities and physical inventory verification processes.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies, determine root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and ensure all transactions are properly recorded in the ERP system.
• Analyze inventory trends, stock levels, safety stock settings, and replenishment parameters to support optimal inventory performance.
• Identify slow-moving, excess, and potentially obsolete inventory and recommend improvement actions.
• Support the gradual management of obsolete inventory through BOM analysis and evaluation of inventory disposition options.
• Handle routine inventory and quality-related transactions, including returns, stock movements, and non-conforming materials.
• Investigate quality-related inventory issues and prepare all required supporting documentation.
• Work extensively with Excel and data analysis tools to monitor inventory performance and resolve operational issues.
• Collaborate closely with Planning, Purchasing, Warehouse Operations, Production, and Quality teams to support business objectives and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Review technical drawings when required to support inventory, material identification, and operational activities.
• Support process improvements that increase inventory accuracy, material availability, and operational efficiency.

Job description

Emerson in Bussero, Italy, is seeking a Logistics & Inventory Specialist to optimize material flow between Emerson and external subcontractors. You will support inventory accuracy, stock optimization, and operational excellence, collaborating with Planning, Purchasing, Warehouse Operations, Quality, and Production teams.

The role emphasizes hands-on inventory control, cycle counts, ERP transactions, and data-driven improvements.