Inventory Coordinator

Lozier; Scottsboro (AL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company bonus potential

PTO and holidays

401(k) with employer match

Educational Assistance Program

Job summary

Lozier is seeking an Inventory Coordinator to improve material flow across receiving, manufacturing, and shipping. You will ensure operators have the right materials and supplies, oversee inventory controls, and resolve issues while aligning with policies.

The role requires detail-orientation, organization, and strong communication, math, and analytical skills. Ideal candidates have experience in inventory control, ability to work independently or in teams, and comfort with ERP systems.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate professionally with others both verbally and in writing.
• Analytical mindset with problem-solving skills.
• Highly organized with ability to manage multiple inventories.

Responsibilities

• Champion Lozier’s mission and values in daily work.
• Identify and correct inventory inaccuracies and BOM or route issues.
• Audit transactions to ensure ERP vs physical stock accuracy.
• Coordinate between manufacturing, production, and inventory control.
• Maintain effective communication with team and management.
• Work extended hours if needed and build strong working relationships.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Highly organized

Communication skills

Multitasking

Excel basics

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Oracle ERP

Job description

ABOUT LOZIER

Every day, millions of people interact with Lozier products without even realizing it. From the shelving in retail stores to the storage systems powering warehouses and online fulfillment, our products keep retail moving. If you’ve shopped in a store or ordered online, chances are you’ve experienced what we build. For 70 years and counting, Lozier Corporation has been the industry leader trusted by top brands across the country. Headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, with facilities nationwide, we combine innovation, advanced manufacturing, and a people-centric culture to shape the future of retail. At Lozier, you’ll join a team that designs industry-leading solutions, builds products retailers and warehouses depend on, and be part of a company that prioritizes growth and development of its workforce. Want to learn more about our culture and what it's like to work at Lozier? Watch this short Come Work With Me video to hear directly from a team member about their experiences and what makes our company a great place to build a career.

BENEFITS AND SCHEDULE

• Company bonus potential.
• PTO (Paid Time Off) plus paid holidays.
• Competitive benefits package (Eligible for medical, dental, and vision benefits on the first day of employment).
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Educational Assistance Program.
• Career Development Programs.
• Casual dress.
• Monday thru Friday schedule, onsite.
• Optional Alternative Work Schedule available, this includes a schedule of longer work days, with a rotational schedule of every other Friday off.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is focused on improving the material flow of raw materials, components, work in process, and finished parts in receiving, manufacturing, and shipping in order to enable machine operators and shippers to have the products they need to do their jobs. Inventory coordinators make sure operators have all the products, materials, equipment and supplies they need to operate efficiently in ways that are aligned to established policies and standards. They also oversee inventory management processes and resolve any issues that arise. Identify and remove detractors to flow for specific areas of a facility. Ensure that the set of discrete jobs in that area are executable. We are looking for an inventory coordinator who is detail-oriented, exceptionally organized, able to manage complex systems, and who has excellent communication, math and analytical skills, and relevant computer software know-how. Inventory coordinators can expect to work with associated documentation, complete tasks alone and in teams, manage multiple inventories, and report to and advise company management. Successful inventory coordinators should have experience in inventory control, excellent time-management skills, and knowledge in organizational techniques. Ideal candidates will also be able to work extended hours if needed, and have experience in building strong working relationships.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Champion Lozier’s Mission, Vision, and Values by demonstrating the behaviors that contribute to Lozier’s success.
• Identify discrete jobs that are incapable of processing, determine root cause, and take action to address.
• Liaison between manufacturing and production and inventory control.
• Identify and correct any inventory accuracies.
• Audit transaction processes (job sign-off, sub inventory transfers, etc.) to ensure physical product matches ERP system.
• Identify any bill of materials (BOM), route issues, and liaison between interdisciplinary teams.
• Execute continuous improvement projects related to improving product flow.
• Identifying, analyzing and addressing gaps in inventory processes.
• Demonstrate regular attendance and timeliness in reporting to work, meetings, and completing assignments.
• Ability to work and interact well with others.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: High School Diploma or GED or equivalent qualifying experience.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience.
• Required Skills: Demonstrated ability to communicate professionally with others both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to navigate applications and software.
• Analytical mindset - ability and curiosity to solve problems.
• Highly organized.
• Ability to manage multiple projects at the same time.
• Self- motivated, ability to work independently or as part of different team.
• Preferred Skills: Oracle or other ERP.
• Basic level of Excel.

SPECIAL DEMANDS

• Ability to work in a manufacturing setting, upstairs, downstairs, factory floor.
• Overtime as needed.

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as assigned by their supervisor. Lozier reserves the right to modify, interpret, or apply this job description in any way desired and the essential job functions may be modified to reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with a disability. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Successful completion of pre-hire drug screen and post offer background screen is required to obtain employment. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.

When it comes to employers, we understand you have choices – and that you want more than a job. You want the opportunity to learn and grow, to be recognized for your efforts and accomplishments, to be treated with respect and have a sense of pride and belonging. That’s what a career at Lozier is all about. Our future success relies on the same thing that’s carried us for more than 65 years – a committed team of employees working together to achieve goals and provide our customers with the best product in the industry.

If you’re looking for a place where you’ll be challenged to be your best and are given the tools and resources to grow and develop, we want to hear from you.

Headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, with facilities across the U.S., Lozier Corporation is the leading manufacturer of products used by retailers in stores and warehouses, with a vision to be operationally excellent in support of retail’s present and future. Retailers have relied on our quality products and service since 1956.