Inventory Manager

Description

 The Inventory Manager is responsible for all daily flow and duties in the Inventory Management department.  

Requirements

Essential Duties & Job Functions: 

1. Coordinate daily flow of employees within department. 
2. Schedule warehouse team members to meet the demands of the facility. 
3. Providing strong leadership and mentoring to warehouse staff. 
4. Coach employees and conduct employee performance reviews. 
5. Manage and oversee the day-to-day warehouse activities to ensure efficiency. 
6. Lead managers and coordinate multi-functional teams. 
7. Develop and implement policies and procedures consistent with company vision. 
8. Assist in development and implementation of warehousing and inventory control strategies. 
9. Develop procedures to ensure the efficient and cost-effective operation and utilization of the facility. 
10. Continuous improvement projects to reduce inventory and quality risks. 
11. Update and refine processes, policies, and procedures. 
12. Monitor space layout plan to ensure all space is used efficiently. 
13. Ensuring the accurate and timely preparation of reports. 
14. Manage and responsible for ensuring product supply meets demands. 

Job Qualifications Mandatory: 

1. Strong warehouse background. 
2. Able to demonstrate a willingness to keep learning and improving. 
3. High level of energy and drive to work with the warehouse employees. 
4. Excellent people and communication skills to be able to work with differing personalities. 
5. Maintain neat, clean, and orderly warehouse appearance.  
6. Ability to work extended hours/over-time as needed.  
7. Adhere to all company policies and safety procedures and guidelines.  
8. Ensure proper and full-time use of any Personal Protective Equipment.  
9. Operate a forklift, pallet jack and other warehouse equipment. 
10. Operates any materials handling equipment safely and efficiently as required. 
11. Ensures that the work area is left clean and tidy at the end of each shift. 
12. Assists in maintaining the sanitation, security, and safety of the warehouse. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

1. High school diploma required.  
2. 3-5 years of related experience in shipping, receiving, and inventory control in a 3PL or Fulfillment setting. 
3. Organized thought process with high attention to detail with ability to produce accurate results, effective prioritization to meet scheduled deadlines, and strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 
4. Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. 
5. Proven time management skills with the ability to respond to time-critical issues and work overtime as needed to meet deadlines. 
6. Excellent work ethic: ability to work self-directed and as a flexible team player. 
7. Professional attitude and the ability to represent the company with integrity. 
8. Ability to adapt to change in a dynamic and fast paced environment. 
9. Required to read and write English, follow verbal instructions, and use simple math. 
10. Comfortable using a PC with computer software packages, including Microsoft Office, and communicating effectively via email and phone frequently required. 
11. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.