Inventory Control Specialist

Inventory Control Specialist

Under the direction of the Inventory Manager, the Inventory Control Specialist maintains accurate records of inventory in the Enterprise Resource Planning/Warehouse Management System and coordinates strategic finished goods inventory positioning throughout the various inventory organizations.

Essential Job Functions:

• Inventory Control
• Manage, coordinate, perform and oversee inventory cycle counts for all locations; help research, reconcile and determine root cause of inaccuracies.
• Monitors and corrects inventory levels at outside warehouses (3PL) and internally to ensure rotation and maximize working capital.
• Oversees and manages inventory cycle count and reconciliation process at all locations and drives measures to improve overall inventory accuracy throughout all inventory locations
• Reviews for accuracy of information and compliance with established procedures to determine adequacy of stock levels; recommends remedial actions for reported non-usable, slow-moving, and excess stock.
• Develops and maintains metrics, reports, process documentation and routinely reports on Inventory KPIs along with appropriate analysis and suggested countermeasures where necessary
• Assist with annual physical inventory procedures.
• Maintain and update inventory records through the enterprise resource planning modules; reconcile inventory to book records and records adjustments when there are discrepancies between actual quantities and system records.
• Review and plan stock levels and ensure strategic movement amongst the different stock locations based on demand, lead times, and other stock parameters.
• Review inventory movement (transfers, receivings, etc.) to ensure proper transactions are recorded in the system.
• Analyze excess and obsolete inventory, preparing disposal reports on a quarterly basis.
• Prepare and analyze various inventory and operational reports, as requested.
• Assist in preparation of weekly production meeting material and attend weekly meetings.
• Prepare reports in association with trace and recall exercises.
• Communicate and coordinate with various departments regarding production, inventory, product costing, etc.

Other Responsibilities:

• Assists with special projects related to system upgrades.
• Performs all duties and maintains all standards in accordance with company policies and procedures.

Education, Experience and Skills Required:

• High school diploma or GED required. Associates or bachelor's degree in accounting or related subject preferred.
• 2+ years of work experience in a similar role, preferably in a high-volume environment.
• Computer literate in MS Office Excel, Word, Outlook Email, & Calendar; working knowledge of Oracle Cloud SCM preferred.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability to use a 10-key by touch.
• Ability to operate office equipment, such as but not limited to, calculators, copiers, FAX machines, scanners, multifunctional machines, multi-line phones, etc.
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.

Physical Demands:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger; handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; talk; and hear and occasionally required to stand; walk; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Communication Demands:

• The position requires talking to co-workers and customers; written communication to co-workers and customers; talking to outside trade persons/vendors; written communication to outside persons/vendors; talking on the telephone; responding to written or verbal requests of co-workers and vendors; receiving verbal and written instructions; writing/composing written language; and reading

Work Environment:

• Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will work in an office environment and not be exposed to weather conditions.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually light.

Benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Sick Leave
• Company?paid life & disability
• 401(k) with company match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee product discounts

$55,000 - $60,000 a year

Hawaiian Host Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.