Inventory Control Specialist

WireCo; Sedalia (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

WireCo in Sedalia, MO seeks an Inventory Control Specialist to perform monthly and year-end cycle counts, investigate variances, and manage Kanban flow. You will input vendor orders, receive products, and tag reels using the IMS system while maintaining accurate records.

The role requires strong teamwork, attention to safety, and the ability to communicate clearly with Shipping, Quality, Planning, and Accounting staff in a fast-paced warehouse.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read and interpret order confirmations, POs and schedules.
• Strong communication skills with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficient arithmetic and understanding of percentages, rates and ratios.
• Experience with warehouse/ERP systems; forklift certification must be current.

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly and year-end cycle counts and resolve variances.
• Input orders for vendors and manage Kanban boards in IMS.
• Receive inventory, print labels, and tag measured reels; use forklift for put-away.
• Collaborate with DC Manager and cross-functional teams to run the business.
• Maintain organized, safe storage and accurate documentation.

Skills

Reading and interpretation

Analytical problem solving

Effective communication

Mathematical calculations

ERP systems proficiency

Forklift certification

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate or bachelor’s in supply chain

Tools

JDE

TMS

DSI

Qlik

Job description

WireCo® is the strength behind the world’s evolution, through deep legacy and forward thinking, we create premium ropes that inspire innovation without limits. Our global footprint includes manufacturing plants, distribution facilities, and research and development centers around the world.

WireCo® offers a competitive wage, incentive programs, growth opportunities, and excellent benefits offerings for employees and their families. Benefits include paid time off, paid holidays, medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match, 100% company-paid life insurance, and 100% company-paid disability insurance.

For more information, check out our website at www.wireco.com.

• https://youtu.be/zzplYW7PMFg
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6CJwd_yXZAY

WireCo® is the strength behind the world’s evolution, through deep legacy and forward thinking, we create premium ropes that inspire innovation without limits. Our global footprint includes manufacturing plants, distribution facilities, and research and development centers around the world.

WireCo® offers a competitive wage, incentive programs, growth opportunities, and excellent benefits offerings for employees and their families. Benefits include paid time off, paid holidays, medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match, 100% company-paid life insurance, and 100% company-paid disability insurance.

For more information, check out our website at www.wireco.com.

• https://youtu.be/zzplYW7PMFg
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6CJwd_yXZAY

Job Description

The Inventory Control Specialist will be primarily responsible for performing monthly cycle counts, end of year cycle counts, investigating and resolving inventory variances, fulfillment tasks including allocating product and adding empty reels to incoming orders, inputting orders for vendors, receiving supermarket product into inventory as it arrives, entering/validating/auditing info on all the Kanban boards, filing completed orders appropriately, using IMS systems to print labels and tag measured reels and using a forklift to put away product, and assisting the Distribution Center Manager in effectively managing inventory.

The employee must be able to work effectively in a high involvement, empowered work environment. In addition, the Inventory Control Specialist must work as a member of a team and be able to interact and work cooperatively with the Shipping/Scheduling Supervisor, Leads, Quality Manager, Scheduler, Planners, Fabricators, and Accounting Manager. Must possess excellent people skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively in both written and verbal forms.

The Inventory Control Specialist must exhibit the behaviors of the WireCo Business System (WBS):

• Teamwork - welcomes an environment of inclusiveness and healthy debate that reflects our team’s strength
• Accountable – celebrates our successes, learn from failures, avoid excuses, and own the outcomes of our efforts
• Self-Aware – demonstrates an understanding of our strengths and needs, considering how our actions impact others
• Noble Intent – acts in the interests of others, approaching our work with integrity to ensure the best outcome
• Determined – takes initiative, share ideas and find solutions to win and achieve our goals
• Transparent – promotes open and honest communication and constructive feedback for clarity and truth
• Curious – seeks knowledge and outside input to test our way of thinking, challenging the status quo

Duties & Responsibilities

• Displays Noble Intent on a daily basis while performing cycle counts, resolving inventory variances and supporting team members.
• Investigates and resolves inventory discrepancies, including root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Assists as needed with Transparency toclearlycommunicate priorities and effectively relaying information to team members.
• Holds self Accountable, and is receptive to feedback and constructive criticism.
• Performs housekeeping duties such as re-labeling of existing product, identifying/developing solutions due to space constraints and general warehousing.
• Maintains organized and compliant storage practices aligned with safety and quality standards.
• Displays Curiosity in learning new processes and effectively communicating questions, suggestions or concerns.
• Ensures proper documentation and transaction processing by utilizing existing ERP system and other software including but not limited to JDE, TMS, DSI, and Qlik.
• Exhibits Determined characteristics by working with and maintaining relationships with all other departments to help run the business.
• Performing any other miscellaneous duties as by may be assigned by the DC Manager.

Supervisory Responsibility

• Limited; will assist the DC Manager in day-to-day facilitation of Inventory Control activities while promoting Teamwork within the department.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as order confirmations, customer POs, shipping schedules, open order reports, and procedure manuals.
• Demonstrates the ability to prepare routine reports and professional correspondence, and to communicate effectively with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret and act on instructions presented in written, verbal, diagrammatic, or schedule-based formats.
• Proficiency with warehouse management, inventory management, business management, and/or enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
• Must be able to be certified as a Forklift Operator.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in supply chain, logistics, or related field.
• One to three years related experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma principles.
• Familiarity with inventory forecasting and demand planning.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs. as needed
• Comfortable working in a warehouse environment with varying temperatures and noise levels

Additional Information

Materials and Equipment Directly Used

• Must be able to operate computers and specific computer software, copier, and fax machine.
• Required to wear safety equipment, consisting of approved metatarsal safety shoes, eye protection, and hearing protection.

Additional Information

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Employment is contingent upon successfully completing a post-offer background check including:
  • Criminal background check
  • Drug screening
  • Pre-employment physical examination
• A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment.
• WireCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.