Inventory Control Manager
Company: Lactalis American Group
Location: Buffalo
Posted on: April 18, 2024
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Job Description:
DescriptionCome build your career at Lactalis, the world s
largest dairy company, and a house of beloved and iconic dairy
brands. We are seeking ambitious and talented candidates to join
our USA Logistics team.Lactalis USA produces award-winning
nutritious and delicious dairy products that bring people together
every day. We offer an enviable range of dairy brands including
Galbani, Prsident, Kraft Natural Cheese, Cracker Barrel, Black
Diamond, Parmalat, Siggi s, and Stonyfield Organic in addition to
several brands imported from our affiliates in Europe. Across the
United States the company has four business divisions with
approximately 3,500 employees, 11 manufacturing sites and corporate
offices located in New York City and Buffalo, NY, Chicago, IL,
Londonderry, NH and San Fernando, CA. Lactalis USA is part of
Lactalis Group, the world s largest dairy company with more than
85,500 employees worldwide, and a French family business founded in
1933 in France.Lactalis
core values of AMBITION, ENGAGEMENT, and SIMPLICITY are at the
heart of everything we do. We are dedicated to building a diverse,
inclusive, and authentic workplace and we know that our candidates
come from many different backgrounds, cultures, and experiences. If
you re excited about this role but your past experience doesn t
align perfectly with every qualification in the job posting, we
still encourage you to apply and share with us your STORY, your
PASSION, and your EXPERTISE! You may be just the perfect candidate
for this or other roles within our company.From your PASSION to
oursThe Inventory Control Manager is responsible for implementing
and maintaining proper cost controls and inventory control policies
and procedures across the 3rd Party Logistics (3PL) network for
finished goods. This includes temperature-controlled and ambient
temperature operations across the domestic US. The inventory
control manager has budgetary responsibility for inventory and
service costs across all 3PL warehousing/ distribution operations.
This includes the responsibility to ensure accurate representation
and reconciliation between inventories within the LAG Inventory
Management system and the 3PL systems.This role is responsible for
all aspects of Inventory Control, including physical inventories,
cycle counting programs, 3PL reporting on inventories and services,
3PL contract administration, cost allocations, and relationship
management with 3PL s. They will identify opportunities for
improvement in cost and service management across all 3PL service
providers. Develops and implements policies and procedures to
support company objectives and the functional infrastructure across
the 3PL Network.From your EXPERTISE to oursKey responsibilities for
this position include:Implements and manages inventory control
policies and procedures as determined by Logistics and corporate
managementImplements and assures adherence to Standard Operating
Procedures related to Inventory control across all 3PL warehouse
operations.Provides subject matter expertise in researching and
resolving inventory discrepancies between physical inventories
observed in any operation in the Distribution Network and the
associated system records/transactions.Analyzes and reports
inventory financial results and variance analysis to
Logistics/Corporate management on a timely basis, providing data
critical to the management decision-making process.Manages and
executes processes and system transactions related to inventories
on hold within the inventory management system at 3PL
operationsWorks with Logistics management and staff to both
identify and pursue opportunities for continuous improvement in
internal processes, and operational and financial results.Leads
periodic physical inventories that are conducted at 3PL warehouse
operations. Utilizes Logistics department colleagues when necessary
to conduct the periodic physical inventories.Leads operational
startup and shut-down of 3PL operations.Assists in the coordination
of inventory transfers between DCs and 3PL operations, with Supply
Chain Planning, DC Operations, Transportation, Carriers, and 3PL
s.Publish Key Performance Indicator results, and recommend areas of
improvement to achieve KPI targetsTravel and/or extended or off
work, on-call hours may be required.This description reflects
management s assignment of essential functions, it does not
proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.To fulfill
these responsibilities, tools such as a computer, phone, and/or
allowance(s) may be provided.Reasonable accommodations may be made
to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these Essential
Duties and Responsibilities.Supervisory Responsibilities: Provide
indirect supervisory responsibility for inventory control staff at
3PL operations. Responsibilities may include training employees;
planning, assigning, and directing work; deploying procedures,
addressing complaints and resolving problems. This role provides
guidance and mentorship to employees and takes responsibility for
overall financial and operational performance related to
inventories at 3PL operations.RequirementsFrom your STORY to
oursQualified applicants will contribute the
following:EducationAssociate's degree, preferably in Business,
Supply Chain, or a related discipline. Bachelor s degree preferred
but not requiredExperience4 - 8 years related experience in a
supervisory position, preferably with experience in Warehousing,
Distribution, Inventory Control, or related fieldRelationship
management experience with external service providers or
vendors.Specialized KnowledgeShould have knowledge base of
warehouse management/inventory control systems and processesWorking
knowledge of MS Excel, and aptitude for learning computer
applicationsA demonstrated focus on continuous improvement and
fluency in data integration across applications is
beneficialSkills/AbilitiesStrong attention to detail; demonstrated
ability to use system transactions and documents to conduct
research.Demonstrated experience in utilizing, developing, and/or
implementing and maintaining standard operating proceduresAptitude
for data-based, factual research for variance resolutionExcellent,
well-rounded communicators with good people skills, adept at
working with others to achieve a common objective.Data analysis
able to evaluate invoices for services at 3PL operations against
rate/price/contract documents, and disposition invoice detail for
acceptance or rejection. Provide variance analysis on rate and
volume vs invoiced cost#LI-Hybrid
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