This job description has been prepared as a guide to ensure better communication, clear expectations and understanding of the role of Inventory Control Analyst. All responsibilities have not been included, Supervisors, may from time to time ask the Inventory Control Analyst to perform other related duties not specifically included in this description. This description will be reviewed annually by the Department Manager and revised if needed to meet the business needs of ABC Automotive Systems, Inc.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• They ensure company health and safety standards are adhered to at all times.
• Provide the analytics to investigative capabilities, in support of continuously improving inventory accuracy and transaction compliance controls.
• Maintain inventory integrity of the ERP system. Some of the key focus points are: monitor Production Reporting, Scrap Reporting, and receiving in the system accurately, etc. The health of the system and general upkeep, is a crucial focus area to avoid the impact of a "stock out" condition.
• The person will be responsible for creating inventory KPI’s to monitor improvement for accuracy and stock aging reports.
• Evaluate results, investigate discrepancies, and install systemic solutions in conjunction with warehouse operations.
• Add value by reducing inventory and operational related costs, with the full scope of warehouse activities.
• Advance and oversee internal processes for materials rejection and returns, ensuring efficient disposition.
• Verify and ensure availability of materials required to meet production schedules daily, by proactively analyzing inventory position, lot expiration, quality status, and materials movements.
• Correct and follow-up with any inventory discrepancies in these areas.
• Maintain ERP system accuracy above 98% for Finished Goods, WIP, Component and Raw.
• The inventory control coordinator, as one of the critical KPI's, will require tracking of inventory targets and driving improvements across departments.
• Assist with training new employees to work standards and Quality Objectives utilizing team work and positive attitude
• Carry and enforce ABC Automotive Systems, Inc. workplace safety guidelines and health and safety statement.
• Ensure work instructions are followed to produce quality part per customer specifications.
• Ensure all local, state and federal laws are upheld and followed in relation to safety, environmental, hiring and recruitment and worker safety, as stated by KYOSHA and the Federal Occupational Safety and Health Association.
• Contribute to a work environment free from harassment, where fairness, equality and non-discriminatory practices are standard
• Adhere to the Quality Policy and Environmental Policy as they relate to ISO 9001: 2015 (QMS) / ISO 14001:2015 (EMS) / IATF 16949 2016 (AQMS )

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma/GED
• Complete in-depth knowledge of supply chain strategies, including total delivery cost, profitability, inventory turns and service levels
• Strong problem-solving, negotiation and analytical skills
• Excellent leadership skills including building teams, leading projects and developing staff
• Maintain knowledge and ensure compliance of safety policies and procedures of Occupational Health & Safety Act, WHMIS, Transportation of Dangerous goods
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
• Demonstrates the ability to quickly adapt to changing conditions and solve problems immediately.
• Ability to exercise judgement and to work independently
• Product knowledge or the ability to obtain product knowledge
• Minimum 5 years functional experience in materials and inventory management
• Demonstrate planning and analytical skills; able to recommend and implement sustainable supply planning and inventory management solutions to drive operational performance improvements.
• Hands on experience in scheduling and inventory planning in an ERP system environment.