Internal Only- Inventory Control Specialist

The Bel Group is a major player in the food industry through portions of dairy, fruit and plant-based products, and one of the world leaders in branded cheeses. Its portfolio of differentiated and internationally recognized brands includes The Laughing Cow®, Kiri®, Babybel®, Boursin® Nurishh®, Pom'Potes® and GoGo squeeZ®, as well as some 30 local brands. Together, these brands helped the Group generate sales of €3.6 billion in 2022.

Do you want to join a company with strong brands that puts consumers and responsibility at the heart of the decision-making process? Then Bel is made for you!

Are you bold, pragmatic, and determined? Do you want to contribute to the transformation of an international agri-food company? Them come join us and measure the impact of your talent and energy in realizing an ambitious and sustainable company project!

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Job Title: Inventory Control Specialist

Reports to: Supply Chain Manager

Number of Direct Reports: None

Key Internal Partners: Production, Supply Chain, Supply Planning, Quality, Finance

Key External Partners: External Auditors

Location: Nampa, Idaho

Job Summary:

The Inventory Control Coordinator works collaboratively with purchasing, finance, production, and supply chain leadership to ensure that the plant can meet critical business objectives by ensuring the schedule is set up accurately in the ERP system (VIF) and that the materials are on-hand to produce what is scheduled. This position also plays a role in any traceability and recall activities by utilizing the ERP system (VIF).

Job Responsibilities & Tasks:

• Responsible to create and manage Manufacturing Orders (MO).
  • Works with Production to close MOs on a weekly and monthly basis.
• Assist in managing manufacturing schedule and plan
  • Assists in establishing the manufacturing schedule in order to meet demand planning requests
  • Assists in meeting the yearly production plan according to defined lead times, and component levels
  • Partners with Production and Purchasing to coordinate last minute schedule changes and material availability
• Track and audit inventory
  • Runs stock checks of all materials needed for requested volumes and works with Purchasing to resolve any discrepancies
  • Conduct a regular Stock Checks & Audits to ensure Inventory accuracy (In-site/ Off-site Warehouses).
  • Conduct a regular Cycle Counts, track the Inventory Accuracy & Inventory Turnover Rate.
  • Analyze the Inventory Variations & put Corrective Actions.
  • Conduct a Monthly Data Reviews to identify Trends.
• Assists Warehouse Supervisors in managing material flow, including all inbound, outbound, and destructions for on-site and off-site inventory.

• Leads traceability and recall activities.
• Assist the Material Coordinators and the Warehouse Team in Stock Optimization by conducting a monthly Analysis for the Stock Levels
• Responsible for successful completion of year-end inventory and coordination and planning of subsequent resource needs for the YE inventory.

• Monitors standards for inventory management and control & makes suggestions for changes
  • FIFO, FEFO, stacking rules, 5S, Kanban
  • Works with Warehouse Supervisor to control damage to goods and charge appropriately
  • Assists in Non-conforming Material (NCMR) entry, monitoring, and dispositions.
• All other duties as assigned

Key Performance Indicator (KPI):

• MO’s updated and in the system
• Weekly cycle counts
• Timely week/month closing
• NCMR destruction approvals updated/circulated in a timely manner
• Accurate materials inventory
• Weekly Yields and Deviation Reporting to Plant Controller
• Inventory Shrinkage%
• Inventory Turnover
• Consumption Accuracy %

Position Requirements:

EDUCATION

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or similar field is preferred.
• A combination of education and 3 – 5 years of experience in a relevant field may be considered.

EXPERIENCE

• 3 years of experience in an Inventory/Production Control position, preferably in a manufacturing or distribution environment
• 3 years of experience using ERP software

SKILLS

• Solid understanding of principles of production and supply chain management
• Knowledge and experience with variance analysis (e.g. inventory, root cause analysis, material costs, etc.)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong customer service skills
• Ability to communicate proficiently in writing (including email) and verbally
• Excellent organizational and time management skills

PHYSICAL & TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• Occasional travel may be required (up to 25%)
• Must be able to work a minimum of 8 hours per day and sit for extended periods of time and perform clerical work

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