Inventory Control Supervisor

Who We Are…

At L.B. Foster, our culture reflects our passion for integrity, accountability, and safety. We have a long history of providing a safe workplace for our employees, striving to be good stewards of the environment, and establishing strong and respectful relationships with our customers and communities. These fundamentals have provided the foundation upon which we have managed our business for more than a century.

We continue to strengthen our culture with a focus on SPIRIT. Within the company lies a spirit of teamwork and innovation that drives a culture around continuous improvement and high performance.

S - Safety

P - People

I - Integrity

R - Respect

I - Innovation

T - Teamwork

As a leading manufacturer, fabricator, and distributor of products for the transportation, construction, utility, and energy markets with locations in North America and Europe, we have been recognized for achievement in manufacturing excellence, financial growth, and our impressive safety record.

We provide rail, construction, and energy markets with innovative solutions to build and maintain their critical infrastructure and landmark projects worldwide.

To learn more about how we're keeping the world moving, visit https://www.lbfoster.com/en

Who You Are...

As an Inventory Control Supervisor, this position is responsible for the assigned support staff, complies with company policies and procedures. Oversees and monitors the operational activities within the warehouse including inventory, order pulling, product restock, and receiving. Works with peers in operations and other departments to resolve challenges and find solutions that will improve the overall operation.

• Supervise inventory control staff (receiving, stockroom, order picking).
• Supervise the daily activity of inventory control.
• Audits inventory information, stock status, and inventory balances for accuracy.
• Interacts with internal customers to provide expeditious customer service.
• Monitors and reviews daily cycle counts.
• Researches and analyzes discrepancies and resolves them.
• Monitors all inbound receipts to ensure they are correct and carried out in a timely fashion.
• Monitors productivity and throughput against demand and goals and takes appropriate action to meet demand and goals.
• Leads and oversees special projects to ensure quality and completion.
• Develops, implements, and maintains inventory control procedures and processes jointly with the Supply Chain Systems Manager.
• Develops and implements strategies for procedures for effective control of materials.
• Reviews daily/weekly/monthly achievement of KPIs and report variances.
• Facilitates cross-functional meetings to resolve open issues as needed.
• Ensures the development and implementation of action plans to address root causes of failures and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned.

What Do You Need...

• A minimum of High School, Bachelor's Degree preferred
• 3-5 years of experience required
• 2-5 years of supervisory experience preferred
• Strong verbal and written communication as well as leadership skills
• Strong Excel, Word, and PowerPoint as well as MRP/ERP experience
• Experience in Six Sigma/Lean
• Must be able to multi-task
• Demonstrate ability to identify problems within a process and to develop feasible solutions
• Demonstrate ability to prioritize, work efficiently, problem solve and work positively within a team.
• Ability to make decisions using good judgment and discretion
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Effective records management techniques
• Ability to exert up to 80 pounds of force occasionally, up to 40 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Ability to travel 5% of the year

Core Competencies:

• Safety Oriented
• Teamwork/facilitates collaboration
• Communication
• Customer focus
• Integrity & trust
• Continuous improvement
• Adaptability/flexibility
• Accountability/work ethic
• Attention to detail/time management
• Critical thinking
• Day-to-day management

The Benefits...

• Medical, dental, vision benefits the first day of the month after hire
• Market-leading 401(k) program with company match
• 100% tuition reimbursement
• Career development and advancement opportunities