The Inventory Manager is a leadership position in Sojo’s facility operations and plays a critical role ensuring inventory accuracy in the regional Hub; customer FEFO/FIFO requirements are being adhered to; and Sojo’s Warehouse Management System (WMS) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system are operating in synch and efficiently. In addition, this position will be responsible for inventory reporting to customers and internal Sojo departments. The Inventory Manager reports to the Regional Plant Director.
Responsibilities:
- Maintain accurate raw materials, WIP and finished goods inventory counts within Sojo’s WMS
- Serve as site leader (local Subject Matter Expert) for WMS training and best practices
- Responsible to update and fix WMS and related-ERP transactions
- Manage the inventory management program by executing timely cycle counting, reconciliations and any necessary resolution to areas of weakness that are identified to meet accuracy goals
- Create audit and error reports to identify and correct discrepancies
- Direct inventory clerks in their assigned duties
- Perform and support traceability / mock recall exercises
- Responsible for fixing and responding directly to customer inventory discrepancies
- Develop, measure, and drive inventory control processes that promote fast inventory turns and consistent FEFO/FIFO delivery
- Collaborate with other Hub Inventory Managers to develop and drive best practices as WMS upgrades/processes change
- Manage, train, and develop staff, including inventory, line operators, forklift operators, and warehouse colleagues
- All other duties assigned
Skills and Qualifications:
- 5+ years of inventory/warehouse experience required.
- 5 years of WMS & ERP experience; NetSuite preferred
- Knowledge and experience with safety regulations, ex: OSHA, MSHA
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Bi-Lingual preferred
- Organizational and leadership skills
- Self-motivated with a results-driven approach
Physical Demands
Work is performed in a warehouse environment subject to seasonal temperature fluctuations. Must be able to stand for extended periods and move throughout the facility. Regularly required to lift or move materials up to 50 pounds. Frequent bending, walking, kneeling, and equipment operation required. Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.