Inventory Control Manager
About FedEx Supply Chain FedEx Supply Chain, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX), is a leader in the third-party logistics industry offering a diverse service portfolio that enables commerce for businesses. With a proven track record of innovation and operational excellence, FedEx Supply Chain takes a consultative approach to optimize logistics processes, implement innovative technology and drive continuous improvement. By leveraging best practices and the world-renowned FedEx network, FedEx Supply Chain delivers leading solutions that provide flexibility, enable scalability and improve cost-effectiveness for customers. Through more than 11,000 employees, 130 operations and 35 million square feet of warehouse space, FedEx Supply Chain manages nearly 150 million packages and processes 358 million returns each year. For more information, go to supplychain.fedex.com.
- We Have….
- A strong FedEx brand consistently ranked among the world’s most admired and trusted employers.
- A top notch leadership team with the experience needed to grow and develop your career.
- An open mind for new ideas and creative methods.
- A strong compensation and benefits package, including health, vision, dental, 401k with a strong match and much more!
General Summary…. The Manager, Inventory Control is responsible for managing and ensuring completion of daily, weekly and monthly inventory and receiving reports in a high volume, SKU intensive facility. The Inventory Control Manager responsibilities will also include gathering and analyzing data concerning operations, inventory control and customer requirements. This position is responsible for product safety, quality and legality.
- This position will be responsible for…..
- Manages at least 2 full time direct reports. Management responsibilities include, but are not limited to hiring, coaching, skills development, recognition and rewards, staff productivity and performance management to include disciplinary actions up to and including termination.
- Plans, organizes, staffs, directs and controls the day-to-day operations of the department; develops and implements policies and programs as necessary.
- Develops and manages the department budget, ensures compliance and addresses variances and other budget concerns
- Preparing and reconciling required daily, weekly and monthly inventory and production reports.
- Coordinating and managing of monthly/quarterly physical inventories and development of follow up reporting.
- Gathering and analyzing data concerning operations, inventory control and customer requirements.
- Performing internal audits and (additional) cycle counts to validate accuracy of cycle count process
- Ensuring/reinforcing the Company employee culture is being fostered in the facility
- Facilitating regular safety meetings and assuring the maintenance of a safe work environment
- Monitoring compliance with The Company’s SOAR Program
- Providing assistance for the Operations and/or Facility Manager on special projects as required.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- You might be a greatfit if….
- Education/Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in IndustrialEngineering or related field preferred and 8 years of relevant experience.
- In lieu of degree, highschool diploma or GED and 10 years of relevant experience.
- Span of control is atdepartment level or above.
- At least three (3) tofive (5) years’ experience in a management/supervisory capacity.
- At least three (3) tofive (5) years’ experience inventory control/stock accounting in awarehouse/distribution environment strongly preferred.
- Previous Warehouse ManagementSystem / SAP based Warehouse Management System (WMS) Manhattan experiencestrongly preferred.
- Radio Frequency (RF) orrelated .experience is strongly preferred.
- Experience with Lean orSix Sigma Methodologies.
- Excellentorganizational and analytical skills.
- Prioritization andproblem solving skills essential.
- Strong systemsbackground, familiar with Oracle preferred.
- Ability to plan forspikes and lows in day to day business and experience with reading/analyzingforecasts.
- Must have excellentcommunication skills, both written and oral, and the ability to effectivelyinteract with Company customers and employees.
- Demonstrated knowledgeand user experience with Excel, Access, E-Mail, and Word Documents.
- Physical/Cognitive Requirements
- With or without accommodation:
- Ability to follow policies and procedures.
- Ability to read, write and interpret information.
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide.
- Ability to use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
- Ability to sit/walk/stand for duration of shift
- Must possess visual acuity to pe