Inventory Supervisor
CJ LogisticsNew Century, Kansas
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Job Description
Description
Position Overview:
The Inventory Control Supervisor is responsible for using business intelligence to produce information and insights that will deliver exceptional inventory results in a CJ Logistics Distribution Center(s). The Inventory Control Supervisor is accountable for maintaining quantity and location accuracy, and will collaborate with all warehouse departments and the customer to ensure all inventory issues are identified and resolved appropriately. In some operations, this role will also perform part, or all, functions of the Quality Supervisor and/or Continuous Improvement Supervisor.
Pay: $60,400 - 75,400
Position Responsibilities:
Produce analyses and provide information required by operations and the customer:
▪ Produce Logistics Center Inventory Analyses
▪ Produce Logistics Center (LC) scorecard data and provide insight
Audit and oversee inventory control activity:
▪ Oversee inventory program through ensuring alignment between physical, WMS, and Customer
System
▪ Direct and develop Inventory Control Analysts and Inventory Clerks
▪ Make inventory adjustments
▪ Perform inventory control (IC) audits
▪ Conduct investigations and recommend corrective action as inventory issues are discovered
▪ Monitor and ensure compliance with key process outputs, events, and dates
▪ Perform overages, shortages, and damages (OS&D) detailed research and collaborate with
Customer Service team
▪ Report metrics, process / systems controls, and effectiveness checks required for all inventory
components
▪ Develop and maintain analytics to trend process data, isolate root causes and uncover early
indicators of inventory problems
▪ Provide training recommendations to Operations Leadership
▪ Ability to properly handle inventory on varying status levels
Operations support:
▪ Monitor adherence to leading practices in areas of responsibility
▪ Monitor and perform research on metrics for inventory control improvement
▪ Stay abreast of trends and process improvements
▪ Participate in and support safety committee activities
▪ Ensure alignment and execution of assigned portions of the facility Quality Management System
▪ Manage regulatory requirements including set up and preparation for audits
Manage the Inventory Control Function for the Logistics Center:
▪ Conduct regular team meetings to communicate expectations and results
▪ Coach and develop team to achieve company and individual goals
▪ Ensure analysts and clerks are delivering results
Qualifications and Requirements:
▪ Bachelor’s degree
▪ 3 – 5 years of operations experience
▪ Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access)
▪ Proven ability to analyze data and provide recommendations based on analysis
▪ Critical thinking skills
▪ Strong interpersonal and communication skills
▪ Experience working with WMS, SAP and/or other inventory control systems
▪ Experience in a lead role, directing others’ work
▪ Ability to work across a network and effectively interact with a variety of stakeholders
▪ Objective and resilient when presenting findings and insights
▪ Ability to travel as needed
▪ Ability to operate a forklift (preferred)
CJ Logistics About Statement:
At CJ Logistics America, we know that we do our best work when we have an inclusive and diverse team, where we can draw on our different life experiences to help us deliver innovative solutions for our customers. We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity, equity, and an inclusive workplace. Research shows that while men apply to jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, women and other marginalized people tend to only when they check every box. So if you think you might be a good fit for the role, but don't necessarily meet every single requirement on the job posting, we still encourage you to apply.
CJ Logistics delivers integrated and multimodal logistics services, connecting every corner of the world via air, sea and land. As a lead logistics partner (LLP), third-party logistics provider (3PL) and supply chain consultant, we help customers leverage supply chain management as a competitive advantage, reducing total system costs, transforming business processes, improving service and facilitating growth and change. With a focus on social responsibility and sustainability through growth with customers and communities, we prioritize the wellbeing of the end consumer, our customers and our employees. CJ Logistics is responsible for the North America region, specializing in solutions for regulated industries such as food and beverage, consumer-packaged goods, healthcare and medical supplies, and tire and automotive.
CJ Logistics is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We prohibit discrimination and or/harassment of any type, including but not limited to discrimination and or harassment based upon race, religion, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, pregnancy or relation medical conditions, childbirth, breastfeeding, parental status, veteran and/or military statue, disability (physical or mental) medical condition, genetic information or characteristics, political affiliation, domestic violence survivor status, marital status, or other characteristics prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Additionally, CJ Logistics participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.