Inventory Control Supervisor

BUILT TO CONNECT Astec is a global, environmentally focused infrastructure and manufacturing company of asphalt road building and aggregate processing. Our mission is to design and build the most innovative products for the industries we serve. Leveraging innovative solutions and technologies, we serve customers all over the world. ABOUT THE POSITION Ensures adequate inventory of materials and products in accordance with inventory cycles and organizational philosophy. Conducts daily inventory analysis to solve inventory problems. Develops and implements inventory control procedures. Keeps management informed of inventory levels and trends for the company and other off-site locations by performing the following duties. Key Deliverables Prepare all documents for physical inventory or cycle count as needed. Investigate inventory discrepancies found during cycle counts. Provide management with accurate reports. Supervise the inventory control team. Establish and maintain procedures to meet company and customer commitments. Key Activities & Responsibilities Develops clerical and office procedures and practices and studies workflow and sequence of operations to improve efficiency. Monitors and tracks inventory levels for company. Monitor’s process set on receiving product in an effort to eliminate lost or misdirected inventory. Locates discrepancies and determines reason for inventory differences and makes any necessary adjustments in system accordingly. Validates inventory discrepancies, researches, and identifies root causes to formulate recommendations in the form of process enhancements to improve inventory accuracy. Works with other personnel as required to correct inventory issues. Administers and supervises all facets of Cycle Count program. Writes and runs reports as needed for management and others. Completes special projects related to inventory as assigned by the Vice President of Procurement and Inventory Control. Maintains obsolete inventory database and works with management to reduce it Participates on project teams involving business processes implementation, documentation and analysis that intertwines with Inventory Control. Works with accounting personnel and outside auditors as needed throughout the year. Assists with and attends trade shows as needed. Operates forklift to move parts when necessary. Projects a positive company image by interacting with fellow employees, customers and management in a cooperative, supportive and courteous manner; displays a professional attitude; complies with company dress code. Communicates with individuals at all levels within the organization. Documents assigned tasks as required. Performs work according to supervisor's directives when requested. Follows and actively supports all company policies and procedures, to include a primary emphasis on safe operations. Follows Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity program guidelines at all times. Follows proper safety procedures at all times. Wears personal protective equipment as required by company, customer and/or state DOT's. Wears personal protective equipment as required. Cleans work area daily. Performs other duties as assigned. To be successful in this role, your experience and competencies are: High school diploma or general education degree required. Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university preferred. Minimum of three (3) years related experience and/or training in accounting, inventory control and/or material handling required. Background in heavy equipment preferred. Heavy equipment parts experience a plus. Knowledge of various shipping methods a plus. Previous experience operating a forklift a plus. Knowledge of the major responsibilities, accountabilities, and organization of the functions responsible for procurement of materials, components, equipment and services. Knowledge of practices and procedures for procurement of materials, components, equipment and services. Knowledge of …

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