Inventory Specialist

Job description

Inventory SpecialistAmeristar Perimeter Security USA, an ASSA ABLOY branded company, is looking for an Inventory Control Specialist. This position will be monitor, maintain, update, investigate, and analyze inventory records, perform inventory related projects, and provide information to management that will assist them in making decisions concerning inventory balances, inventory control processes, and process improvements related to inventory. Have a lead role in setting up and administrating cycle counts for Raw and component goods. Validate and improve inventory accuracy and controls. Reconcile work order related issues.**What you will be doing:*** Develop, implement, and monitor all key functions related to inventory transactions to assure that they are accurate and timely.* Perform cycle counts of all assigned areas and selected inventory items on a regular basis. Compare actual counts to perpetual inventory records. Make system entries or corrections as required to correct inventory records. Document and issue results of those cycle counts, publishing correction action plans as appropriate. Work directly with personnel whose actions or inaction results in inventory errors. Provide direction to those personnel on how to correctly record, report, or account for the affected inventory items* Coordinate the cycle count progress and results to identify necessary recounts and processes to be monitored and provide regular reports on the results.* Coordinate the efforts of the cycle counts in an effort to identify and correct discrepancies on items at the location level as needed* Perform thorough research and document inventory discrepancies using all available resources to identify root causes and supply possible solutions.* Work with key personnel to effectively implement process improvements to operational procedures in an effort to proactively optimize overall location and item level accuracy and maintain the highest possible productivity levels.* Monitor and Control inventory integrity.* Research inventory discrepancies and reconcile them.* Document damaged product.* Track and report non-conforming product.* Perform daily, weekly and/or monthly reports to find work order errors, negative on hand inventory and location errors. Perform transactions to correct these errors.* Follow up with appropriate Accounting and/or Manufacturing management personnel regarding persistent or recurrent inventory problems.* Regularly track and report inventory accuracies.* Actively participate in the annual physical inventory by being a knowledgeable resource.**The skills and experience you need:*** Strong attention to detail and follow-through skills* Able to read and write legibly.* Excellent basic math skills.* Excellent understanding of inventory management and control in a fast paced manufacturing environment.* Knowledge of production processes, raw materials, and material flows.* Able to work on own initiative without immediate supervision.* Able to easily communicate with and influence people.* Excellent communication skills (written and verbal - including presentation)* Proven analytical skills and problem solving abilities.* Ability to walk and stand for most of the work shift (80%).* Able to work overtime as required.* GED or High School diploma required* Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word* Two (2) to Four (4) years in MRP or ERP manufacturing environment**We are the ASSA ABLOY Group** Our people have made us the global leader in access solutions. In return, we open doors for them wherever they go. With nearly 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries, we help billions of people experience a more open world. Our innovations make all sorts of spaces – physical and virtual – safer, more secure, and easier to access.As an employer, we value results – not titles, or backgrounds. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally.As we welcome new people on board, it's important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.Experience levelEntry levelLocationTulsa, Oklahoma, United States### Benefits of working at ASSA ABLOYOur world of opportunities awaits: including extensive training, international roles and clear expectations for great leadership.#J-18808-Ljbffr