Inventory Control Supervisor

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Astec is a global, environmentally focused infrastructure and manufacturing company of asphalt road building and aggregate processing. Our mission is to design and build the most innovative products for the industries we serve. Leveraging innovative solutions and technologies, we serve customers all over the world.

ABOUT THE POSITION

Ensures adequate inventory of materials and products in accordance with inventory cycles and organizational philosophy. Conducts daily inventory analysis to solve inventory problems. Develops and implements inventory control procedures. Keeps management informed of inventory levels and trends for the company and other off-site locations by performing the following duties.

Key Deliverables

• Prepare all documents for physical inventory or cycle count as needed.

• Investigate inventory discrepancies found during cycle counts.

• Provide management with accurate reports.

• Supervise the inventory control team.

• Establish and maintain procedures to meet company and customer commitments.

Key Activities & Responsibilities

• Develops clerical and office procedures and practices and studies workflow and sequence of operations to improve efficiency.

• Monitors and tracks inventory levels for company.

• Monitor’s process set on receiving product in an effort to eliminate lost or misdirected inventory.

• Locates discrepancies and determines reason for inventory differences and makes any necessary adjustments in system accordingly.

• Validates inventory discrepancies, researches, and identifies root causes to formulate recommendations in the form of process enhancements to improve inventory accuracy.

• Works with other personnel as required to correct inventory issues.

• Administers and supervises all facets of Cycle Count program.

• Writes and runs reports as needed for management and others.

• Completes special projects related to inventory as assigned by the Vice President of Procurement and Inventory Control.

• Maintains obsolete inventory database and works with management to reduce it

• Participates on project teams involving business processes implementation, documentation and analysis that intertwines with Inventory Control.

• Works with accounting personnel and outside auditors as needed throughout the year.

• Assists with and attends trade shows as needed.

• Operates forklift to move parts when necessary.

• Projects a positive company image by interacting with fellow employees, customers and management in a cooperative, supportive and courteous manner; displays a professional attitude; complies with company dress code.

• Communicates with individuals at all levels within the organization.

• Documents assigned tasks as required.

• Performs work according to supervisor's directives when requested.

• Follows and actively supports all company policies and procedures, to include a primary emphasis on safe operations.

• Follows Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity program guidelines at all times.

• Follows proper safety procedures at all times.

• Wears personal protective equipment as required by company, customer and/or state DOT's.

• Wears personal protective equipment as required.

• Cleans work area daily.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

To be successful in this role, your experience and competencies are:

• High school diploma or general education degree required. Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university preferred.

• Minimum of three (3) years related experience and/or training in accounting, inventory control and/or material handling required.

• Background in heavy equipment preferred.

• Heavy equipment parts experience a plus.

• Knowledge of various shipping methods a plus.

• Previous experience operating a forklift a plus.

• Knowledge of the major responsibilities, accountabilities, and organization of the functions responsible for procurement of materials, components, equipment and services.

• Knowledge of practices and procedures for procurement of materials, components, equipment and services.

• Knowledge of methods, tools and documentation of evaluating, selecting and certifying suppliers and partners.

• Knowledge of process and practices for managing a variety of contractual agreements.

• Knowledge of the contractual and legal matters related to expenditures (consulting services, maintenance, agreements, hardware and software acquisitions, outsourcing, etc.)

• Knowledge of tools, processes and practices for purchasing goods and services via electronic links to suppliers and partners.

• Ability to effectively manage the business relationship and transactions with the suppliers of raw materials or product components.

• Knowledge of strategies and tools for controlling and optimizing the factors that lie between the purchase of raw materials and delivery of finished products.

• Knowledge of and ability to use and influence organization's policies, standards and procedures guiding manufacturing processes.

• Knowledge of issues and considerations for effectively managing local or distributed inventories of raw materials, work in progress and finished goods.

• Knowledge of the processes, tools, and operational considerations for effective and efficient movement of goods and materials throughout the manufacturing cycle

• Knowledge of the day-to-day operations of a manufacturing plant or facility.

• Ability to work satisfactorily as a team member and communicate with all levels within the company.

• Strong interpersonal skills and communication skills (both verbal and written) required.

• Must be able to proficiently operate a personal computer and become familiar with AX Dynamics and Microsoft Office Suite software and as well as have direct experience with computer-based inventory control/management software.

• Ability to handle sudden changes in project/priority and multiple tasks simultaneously in a positive fashion.

• Ability to set, adjust and change daily priorities.

• Ability to manage conflict and resolve issues in the most positive fashion for all parties concerned.

• Ability to identify problems or potential problems at both a strategic and functional level and make or recommend decisions to resolve the same.

• Projects strong leadership skills.

• Good organization and time-management skills.

• Willingness to accept responsibility and take on new challenges.

• Ability to use calculator and other standard office equipment (fax, copier, typewriter, scanner, etc.).

• Ability to influence others via communication to get desired results.

• Accurate data entry/typing and proofreading skills, ability to type 40+WPM a plus.

• Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment on a customary and regular basis.

Supervisor and Leadership Expectations

Directly supervises one (1) to fifteen (15) Purchasing/Cycle Count personnel to include but not limited to Expeditor(s)-Purchasing, Inventory Analyst(s), Production Technician(s)-Purchasing, and Shipping and Receiving Clerk(s)-Purchasing. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of this unit. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems in compliance with any applicable employment law guidelines and upon consultation with the President, Vice President of Procurement and Inventory Control and/or the Director of Human Resources if necessary.

Our Culture and Values

Employees that become part of Astec embody the values below throughout their work.

• Continuous devotion to meeting the needs of our customers

• Honesty and integrity in all aspects of business

• Respect for all individuals

• Preserving entrepreneurial spirit and innovation

• Safety, quality and productivity as means to ensure success

***NOTE:****This position responsible for certain internal control responsibilities.*These internal control responsibilities are verbally communicated to the incumbent and periodic feedback is provided as it relates to the performance of these internal control responsibilities.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Office

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to risk of injury in an office environment and occasionally a manufacturing shop plant environment. Duties include a typical office setting including extensive computer work, sitting or standing. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Astec does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender (sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, citizenship status, a person’s veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law or executive order.