Distribution Manager - Inventory Control

Neogen Corporation; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Neogen Corporation is seeking a Distribution Manager in our Inventory Control area to manage all inventory functions of Neogen's Animal Safety Distribution center.

Responsibilities include warehouse management, receiving, reverse logistics, KPI development, QA coordination, and staff leadership to ensure safe, efficient operations and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Ten years plus related professional experience and a clear understanding of distribution management.
• Microsoft Excel experience.
• Ability to interface successfully with management and subordinates.
• Strong capability to work independently and as a team member.

Responsibilities

• Oversee warehouse management and safety.
• Manage receiving, transfers, cycle counts, and return processing.
• Create and maintain procedures and KPI dashboards.
• Coordinate release of products from quarantine with QA.
• Oversee quality assurance for buy-sell items and contract manufacturing.
• Coordinate equipment maintenance with facilities and pricing with freight carriers.
• Recruit, hire, train, coach and retain staffing.

Skills

Strong leadership

Team player

Independent worker

Education

Ten years plus related professional experience in distribution management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Come Be Part of a Mission that Matters!

Neogen is looking for a Distribution Manager in our Inventory Control area that would be responsible for managing all inventory related functions of Neogen's Animal Safety Distribution center.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Warehouse Management (personally or through subordinate personnel):

• Insure a safe working environment for employees;


• Track direct labor expenses;


• Manage receiving functions to ensure timely product receipts and replenishment;


• Manage processing of product returns from customers;


• Write and maintain procedures, work instructions and forms related to receiving and reverse logistics;


• Manage inventories, product transfers and cycle counts;


• Tracks product scrap and manages destruction;


• Investigate customer complaints related to areas of responsibility;


• Implement programs to minimize receiving, transferring and replenishment errors.


• Maintain locations and planogram of product in warehouse;


• Coordinate equipment maintenance schedule with facilities team;


• Participate with corporate procurement on pricing with freight carriers; and,


• Oversee housekeeping requirements for the warehouse;


• Manage receipt of products into inventory;


• Coordinate release of products from quarantine with QA;


• Oversee quality assurance function for buy-sell items and those produced under contract manufacturing arrangement;


• Create and maintain online system for dock appointments and deliveries;


• Create KPI’s for departments and work with subordinates to promote a culture of continual improvement

MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Recruit, hire, train, coach and retain staffing.


• Expect. Inspect and Take remedial action when needed.


• Conduct performance appraisals, address complaints and resolve problems.


• Carry on responsibilities in accordance with the company’s policies and applicable state and local laws.


• Participate in divisional safety committee.

ADMINISTRATIVE/REPORTING:

• Participate in department, staff and monthly management meetings.


• Business planning and annual budgeting.


• Misc. reports & projects as directed by management

EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE

• Ten years plus related professional experience and a clear understanding of distribution management.


• Microsoft Excel experience


• Ability to interface successfully with management and subordinates.


• Strong capability to work independently and as a team member.

WHO IS NEOGEN:

From farm to fork, we offer solutions to enhance the quality, quantity and safety of the global food supply. Our animal safety solutions are used on farms, veterinary practices and manufacturers around the world to provide the best animal care possible. Whether food or pharmaceuticals, Neogen’s provides a one-stop shop for the health and safety to our animals and our customers operations.

Neogen’s culture combines stability with a deep belief in providing professional and personal growth. Our Pillars of Trust — the principles that guide our everyday decision-making, include Openness, Honesty, Credibility, Respect, and Service. It’s our belief in these characteristics that provides a consistent, happy and healthy work environment for our employees.