Material Handler, Lead Inventory Management (Carlsbad)

Primary Location

USA-New Mexico-Carlsbad

What you will be doing

The Lead Material Handler is responsible for recommending, implementing, and enforcing controls that insure the accurate and timely accounting for all activities related to warehouse/inventory management. This position will generate meaningful reports that drive cost improvements and improve operating efficiency. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to

• Coordinate warehousing operations, including the ordering, receiving, storage and distribution of equipment and materials. Maintain tracking of equipment/parts sent for repairs.
• Authorize and coordinate work performed by contracted area shops for repairs/exchange of remanufactured parts used in plants and gathering systems.
• Identify and locate suitable surplus for reuse within the company.
• Manage inventory, including working with Operations in setting-up new items, review and correct existing items, and provide support and assistance in searching for inventory stock across locations. Must be comfortable using ERP software to conduct search.
• Provide support for Operations and Accounting in completing monthly inventory reconciliation process and periodic physical inventory count.
• Maintain Oracle warehouse data, conducts physical inventory audits of warehouse accounts, reconciles with accounting systems and prepares material transfers for movement or disposal.
• Develop a methodology to determine, setup, Manage and maintain critical spare parts inventory.
• Work closely with technicians and supervision to identify and anticipate materials needed for upcoming and ongoing work.
• Act quickly to order parts and make decision in ordering emergency parts or supplies.
• Serve as subject matter expert for Enterprise Products' inventory control procedures, provide guidance and support for Operations in managing critical spare parts inventory in the field.
• Review inventory data and generate reports as directed.
• Monitor for potential obsolete material and make recommendations to Operations on opportunities to eliminate unneeded inventory or consolidate inventory across locations.
• Support the asset recovery program as needed.
• Organize and set up physical inventory to optimize efficiency and parts needs.
  
  

What Your Background Should Look Like (minimum Qualifications)

The successful candidate will meet the following qualifications

• A minimum of a high school diploma or GED is required.
• A minimum of 8 years inventory control or warehouse management experience is required.
• Must have working knowledge of how physical inventory audits are conducted.
• Must have working knowledge of standard accounting practices and procedures as it relates to inventory transfer.
• Must be articulate, organized, and detailed-oriented, as well as possess strong mathematical aptitude.
• Must be able to produce understandable and accurate reports and records.
• Excellent communication skills is required.
• Experience with Indus EMPAC or Oracle is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team and contribute to the success of the group.
• PC literate with good skills in Microsoft Office applications; strong Excel skills is required.
• Ability to work with field, administrative and accounting personnel.
• Knowledge of shipping and freight practices.
• Able to develop and maintain spreadsheets and keep good records.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work and communicate with all levels of staff.
• This position requires on-call, afterhours, and weekend work.
  
  

Shift

Day Job

Travel

Yes, 25 % of the Time

Unposting Date

Ongoing

Organization

Supply Chain Management

Job

Maintenance

Job Level

Individual Contributor