Supervises and directs all activities and employees in Inventory Control.

What will you do?

Recruitment and Retention

• Recruit and interview Inventory Control staff.
• Communicate criteria to recruiters for Inventory Control position candidates.
• Coach Inventory Control staff in the interviewing/hiring process.
• Monitor team member turnover; identify key factors that can be improved and implement improvements.

Employee and Team Development

• Identify individual and team strengths and development needs on an ongoing basis.
• Create and/or validate training curriculum in area of responsibility.
• Coach and mentor Inventory Control staff to deliver excellence to every internal and external customer.
• Create and manage succession plans for the Inventory Control function.

Performance Management

• Establish clear measurable goals and objectives by which to determine individual and team results.
• Solicit ongoing feedback from Workcell Manager (WCM), Business Unit Manager (BUM), peers, and team members regarding contributions to the Workcell team.
• Provide ongoing coaching and counseling to team members based on feedback.
• Express pride in staff and encourage them to feel good about their accomplishments.
• Perform team member evaluations professionally and on time.
• Drive individuals and the team to continuously improve key operational metrics and achieve organizational goals.
• Coordinate activities of large teams and keep them focused during times of crisis.
• Ensure recognition and rewards are managed fairly and consistently within the area of responsibility.

Communication

• Provide a weekly communication forum for the exchange of ideas and information within the department.
• Organize verbal and written ideas clearly and use an appropriate business style.
• Ask questions and encourage input from staff.
• Assess communication styles of individual team members and adapt communication style accordingly.

Business Strategy and Direction

• Know and understand campus strategic directions.
• Define, develop, and implement an Inventory Control strategy that contributes to campus strategic objectives.
• Develop an understanding of the Workcell business strategy as it pertains to Inventory Control.
• Provide regular updates to the BUM, WCM, and Operations Manager on strategy execution.

Cost Management

• Identify creative ways to reduce costs by streamlining processes and systems.
• Utilize tools to monitor departmental costs and cost trends while continuously improving value.
• Provide feedback to BUMs, WCMs, and Functional Managers regarding cost and cost trends.

Technical Management Responsibilities

• Monitor department performance and ensure optimum performance through existing procedures or development of revised procedures.
• Drive inspection out of the process and increase the percentage of dock-to-stock material.
• Drive the shortest processing time possible on all received material and continually improve processing performance.
• Recommend overtime or other recovery methods as necessary.
• Maintain appropriate levels of operational supplies and support equipment.
• Ensure all tools, equipment, and visual aids are in proper working order and at the latest revision level.
• Provide frequent and accurate feedback to Inventory Control and Quality departments and assist with problem-solving activities related to schedules, equipment, documentation, and personnel.
• Interface with departmental supervisors, support functions, engineering, program management, and other plant operations functions.
• Supervise and coordinate activities related to verifying and maintaining records of outgoing shipments, including shipment verification and inspection.
• Ensure accuracy of record keeping and physical inventory within the stockroom.
• Ensure the production line receives the correct parts for manufacturing.
• Ensure all material is stocked promptly and accurately.
• Eliminate errors that impact departmental budget performance and operational efficiency.
• Recommend capital equipment and staffing changes where appropriate.
• Adhere to all safety and health rules and regulations associated with this position.
• Comply with all procedures within the company security policy.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

How will you get here?

Education:

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Or a combination of education, experience, and/or training.

Experience:

• Five years of relevant experience required.
• Experience in inventory control, materials management, logistics, warehouse operations, or manufacturing environments preferred.
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• U.S. Citizenship required to work at this specific site.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Ability to read, analyze, interpret, and communicate scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
• Ability to respond to inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, and members of the business community.
• Ability to effectively present information to top management.
• Advanced PC skills, including knowledge of Jabil software packages.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Ability to solve practical problems and manage a variety of variables in situations with limited standardization.
• Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Strong knowledge of global and regional logistics operations and industry.
• Strong proficiency in determining logistics requirements to support business goals and objectives.
• Ability to devise and implement strategies to achieve operational targets.
• Strong financial and analytical ability.
• Proficiency in managing business analytics to determine optimum company footprint.
• Strong knowledge of international direct and indirect taxes and global customs regimes.
• Proven track record of successful change management, continuous productivity improvement, and cost reduction initiatives.
• Strong and convincing communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and email.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, Business, Logistics, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Experience supervising inventory control operations in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with ERP systems, inventory transactions, cycle counting, and inventory accuracy programs.
• Knowledge of warehouse operations, shipping/receiving processes, and material control systems.
• Experience leading continuous improvement and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles and inventory management best practices.

What Can Jabil Offer You?

Along with growth, stability, and the opportunity to be challenged, Jabil offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Insurance with HRA and HSA options
• 401K Match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance
• Adoption Assistance
• Annual Merit Increases
• Community Volunteer Opportunities