Process Improvement Manager

Medline Industries; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 101,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) contributions

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Medline Industries, LP is seeking a skilled Inventory Reconciliation Manager to oversee a team responsible for reconciling inventory and discrepancies across Medline’s distribution network.

You will collaborate with cross-functional inventory control teams to drive accuracy in total inventory adjustments, defect ratios, and customer error management, while providing leadership and clear reporting to senior management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Supply Chain, Operations, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar inventory-management role.
• Strong data analysis skills and proficiency in Excel; experience with pivot tables and data reporting.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee reconciliation of monthly, quarterly, and annual inventory adjustments.
• Report inventory activities and variances; analyze discrepancies for improvement.
• Lead a team of IC Analysts or similar; ensure timely postings and clearings.
• Identify root causes of discrepancy trends and communicate findings to leadership.

Skills

Data analysis

Inventory control

Excel (Pivot tables)

Problem solving

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration / Finance / Supply Chain / Operations

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Job description

Job SummaryOversee and manage a team responsible for the reconciliation of inventory and discrepancies throughout Medline’s distribution network. Collaborate with cross functional inventory control teams to drive the achievement of specified goals in total inventory adjustments, defect ratios, error/outlier reconciliation, and customer error management.Job DescriptionMAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:Enhance, track, and report on metrics which are key performance indicators, allowing performance improvements so that the desired outcomes are achieved to plan and in a timely manner.Reconciles monthly, quarterly, and annual inventory adjustments to ensure accuracy. Ensures timely completion of clearings and postings by IC Analysts.Raise awareness among management peers on issues that include, but are not limited to, ongoing transaction processing/posting concerns, SOP compliance concerns, and DC trend concerns.Identifies the root cause of inventory discrepancy trends and communicates the cause to the AVP of Supply Chain Integration and LP management, or other cross-functional members of the leadership team.Reports on inventory activities and variances. Analyzes inventory adjustments within the system and recommends actions for improvement and reconciliation.Management responsibilities:-Typically oversees professional employees/teams OR manages non-professional employees through Supervisors in manufacturing, distribution or office environments-Day-to-day operations of a group of employees-May have limited budgetary responsibility and usually contributes to budgetary impact-Interpret and execute policies for departments/projects; develop, recommend and implement new policies or modifications to existing policies-Provide general guidelines and parameters for staff functioning-Hiring staff, recommending pay increases, performing performance reviews, training and development of staff, estimating personnel needs, assigning work, meeting completion dates, interpreting and ensuring consistent application of organizational policiesMINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:Education:Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Supply Chain, Operations, or relevant field.Certification / Licensure:n/aWork Experience:A minimum of 5 years experience in a similar role.Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:Solid knowledge of data analysis and inventory practices/reporting.Intermediate to Advanced level skill in Microsoft Excel (for example: pivot tables and charts, creating data tables, importing and exporting data to Microsoft Access).Outstanding organizational and problem-solving skills.Excellent communication and leadership abilities.PREFERRED JOB REQUIREMENTS:Education:NoneCertification / Licensure:NoneWork Experience:NoneKnowledge / Skills / Abilities:NoneMedline Industries, LP, and its subsidiaries, offer a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization.The anticipated salary range for this position:$101,000.00 - $152,000.00 AnnualThe actual salary will vary based on applicant’s location, education, experience, skills, and abilities. This role is bonus and/or incentive eligible. Medline will not pay less than the applicable minimum wage or salary threshold.Our benefit package includes health insurance, life and disability, 401(k) contributions, paid time off, etc., for employees working 30 or more hours per week on average. For roles where employees work less than 30 hours per week, benefits include 401(k) contributions, paid time off, as well as access to the Employee Assistance Program, Employee Resource Groups and the Employee Service Corp.We’re dedicated to creating a Medline where everyone feels they belong and can grow their career. We strive to do this by seeking diversity in all forms, acting inclusively, and ensuring that people have tools and resources to perform at their best. Explore our Belonging page here .Medline Industries, LP is an equal opportunity employer. Medline evaluates qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, neurodivergence, protected veteran status, marital or family status, caregiver responsibilities, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.