Inventory Management Specialist, FWN

Alcon; Town of Texas, Fort Worth (WI, TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in eye care is seeking an Inventory Management Specialist to support their Manufacturing Team. In this role, you will oversee various production activities, ensuring adherence to quality standards and efficient inventory management. Your expertise in SAP and data analytics will be crucial in tracking inventory discrepancies and optimizing production schedules. Join a forward-thinking company committed to innovation and excellence, where your contributions will make a tangible impact on the lives of patients and customers alike.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant experience in inventory management and production.
• Ability to communicate fluently in English.

Responsibilities

• Plan and monitor production to meet specifications and quality standards.
• Manage inventory discrepancies and provide training to associates.

Skills

Inventory Management

SAP

Data Analytics

Production Planning

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

SAP

Job description

At Alcon, we are driven by the meaningful work we do to help people see brilliantly. We innovate boldly, champion progress, and act with speed as the global leader in eye care. Here, you'll be recognized for your commitment and contributions and see your career like never before. Together, we go above and beyond to make an impact in the lives of our patients and customers.



We foster an inclusive culture and are looking for diverse, talented people to join Alcon. As an Inventory Management Specialist supporting our Manufacturing Team, you will be trusted to managing and/or assisting with various production activities (e.g., assembly, material forming/shaping, processing, treating, or packaging, etc.) at Fort Worth, Texas in US.

Key Responsibilities:

• Planning, directing, and monitoring production to meet established specifications, schedules, volume/cost/wastage targets, and quality standards


• Liaising with Manufacturing Engineering, Supply & Logistics, Sales, etc. as input to developing production schedules and allocating labor/capital resources


• Planning, prioritizing, and managing production line maintenance/downtime to minimize disruptions


• Provide flexibility in shift hours to cover gaps and offer support on all shifts


• Manage TECO and UnTECO batches in order to correct issuance errors


• Monitor and improve process adherence for issuance and returns of components


• Track, trend and correct inventory discrepancies


• Provide feedback and training to all Pharm Surg associates


• Design physical inventory staging areas


• Perform routine audits of the current inventory and make real-time corrections


• Perform inventory transfers as needed to support Production


• Electronically adjust inventory into and out of SAP as needed


• Perform inventory data analytics with regular, clear, and meaningful updates to management


• Perform troubleshooting component issues in SAP


• Assist production team with non-routine SAP transactions

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent


• The ability to fluently read, write, understand and communicate in English


• 3 Years of Relevant Experience


• Work hours: Monday - Friday, 6:30AM - 3:00PM


• Travel Requirements: 0 to 10%


• Relocation assistance: No


• Sponsorship available: No