Inventory Manager in Southaven, Mississippi at WAI GLOBAL

POSITION SUMMARY

The individual in this role is responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of inventory within the distribution center. They are accountable for maintaining accurate inventory records, optimizing inventory levels, and ensuring efficient inventory control processes. The role requires effective coordination with various departments to facilitate smooth operations and timely order fulfillment. The Inventory Manager also plays a crucial role in identifying and implementing strategies to improve inventory accuracy, reduce stock discrepancies, and enhance overall inventory management practices.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and implement inventory management strategies and procedures to ensure accurate and efficient inventory control.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date inventory records, including monitoring stock levels, tracking inventory movements, and conducting regular inventory counts.
• Collaborate with procurement, warehousing, and transportation teams to ensure timely and accurate receipt, storage, and distribution of inventory.
• Analyze inventory data and trends to identify opportunities for improvement, such as optimizing stock levels, reducing stockouts, and minimizing excess inventory.
• Coordinate with sales and forecasting teams to align inventory levels with customer demand and sales projections.
• Implement and enforce inventory control policies, procedures, and best practices to minimize errors, loss, and shrinkage.
• Selects, orients, trains, coaches, counsels, and disciplines associates in coordination with the Human Resources Department.
• Promote a collaborative work environment, encouraging effective communication and cross-training initiatives to enhance team productivity, versatility, and skill development.
• Enforce comprehensive safety protocols, conduct regular inspections, and conduct ongoing training to ensure a secure work environment, fostering a safety-conscious culture among Distribution center staff.
• Maintains a systematic approach to 5S principles, enforcing standards for cleanliness and organization, conducting inspections, and providing training to optimize workflow, efficiency, and a clean work environment.
• Undertakes additional responsibilities and tasks as directed by management.

QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Experience, & Skills required)

• Preferred: Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in warehouse team leadership within a distribution center; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficient in using ERP or Distribution Systems, as well as Microsoft Office applications such as Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Demonstrates the ability to design workflows and procedures, generate innovative solutions, identify and resolve issues promptly, and coordinate projects effectively.
• Displays proficiency in project management and coordination.
• Exhibits professional experience working collaboratively in a team environment.
• Shows the capacity to generate creative solutions.
• Has the ability to read and interpret various documents, including safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Demonstrates skill in writing routine reports and correspondence.
• Possesses effective verbal communication skills, with the ability to address groups of customers or employees in an organization.
• Must possess excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Demonstrates a high level of accuracy and thoroughness in work.
• Displays diligence in completing tasks in a timely manner, utilizing effective time management skills.
• Maintains a strong focus on safety, adhering to safety and security procedures.
• Requires strong leadership abilities, both in managing direct reports and leading others.

Licensing or other special certifications: n/a

Financial Responsibility

Does this job have budget responsibilities? Yes

Does this job have other financial responsibilities? No

Management/Supervisory Authority

Does this job manage or supervise associates?* Yes

Does this job supervise in multiple business units and/or countries? No

Work Environment

This role involves working in both a professional office environment and a warehouse setting. In the office, standard office equipment such as computers, laptops, phones, photocopiers, and fax machines are utilized. In the warehouse, standard equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, cameras, and forklifts are used.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employee to successfully perform the Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Physical Demand Description

• Standing Must be able to frequently remain in a stationary position
• Walking, Reaching and Handling Must be able to frequently move about inside the office and warehouse to access product and machinery, etc.
• Seeing Frequently reads various documents and operates computer and other office tools/databases/equipment.
• Talking and Hearing Frequently communicates with colleagues, co-workers, and customers. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• Manual Dexterity Frequently operates a computer and warehouse machinery.