Princeton, IL, United States of America
1 day ago
Inventory Control Analyst
Creating Peace of Mind by Pioneering Safety and Security

At Allegion, we help keep the people you know and love safe and secure where they live, work and visit. With more than 30 brands, 12,000+ employees globally and products sold in 130 countries, we specialize in security around the doorway and beyond. Additionally, in 2024 we were awarded the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, which recognizes the most engaged workplace cultures in the world.

Position Responsibilities:
· Complete cycle count process per global materials playbook, including, but not limited to: selection of parts to be counted, cycle count method and technique, reconciliation of counts to perpetual records, root cause analysis for errors, process change requests to reach 95%+ Perfect Location Accuracy.
· Responding to on-demand cycle count requests generated from plant operations.
· Actively participate on cross-functional teams as they relate to improving inventory flow and accuracy (Lean Manufacturing).
· Continually strive to improve Materials Management processes in pursuit of excellence (Cycle Counting, Kanban, and Audits).
· Solve process issues in a timely manner by interacting with appropriate departments.
· Use MRP system and related tools to develop reports that can be used by Materials Management personnel to monitor, control, and reduce inventory.
· Update, revise, and enforce standard work instructions and operation manuals for the department, as well as ISO work instructions and operations manuals where appropriate.
· Monitor scanning transactions, report errors, and take corrective action.
· Special projects.
 

Key Competencies and Success Factors:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

* Maintain basic knowledge of internal processes and controls.

* Understanding of Kanban and JIT systems.

* Able to rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.

* Broad working knowledge and experience with standard work instructions.

* Must possess a strong customer service orientation and must provide dedicated support of internal and external customer requirements.

* Must be a strong written and verbal communicator, able to communicate to various audiences effectively

* Team oriented, must have the ability to work cohesively with others.

* Must possess ability to work well in a manufacturing environment.

* Must be detail-oriented and self-motivated, able to work with minimal supervision.

* Must be able to work in a fast-paced, multi-tasked environment.

Experience and Skills Required:

· Education Standard: High school diploma or equivalent

· Min. Yrs. Experience:1-3 in a manufacturing/distribution environment

· Basic mathematical skills

· Knowledge of plant receiving and materials movement processes

· Basic Computer Skills (MS Office, Word, Excel) and ability to use plant IT programs

· Excellent communication skills

· Demonstrated root cause analysis skills required

We Celebrate Who We Are! 

Allegion is committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace.  Together, we embrace all differences and similarities among colleagues, as well as the differences and similarities within the relationships that we foster with customers, suppliers and the communities where we live and work. Whatever your background, experience, race, color, national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law, we will make sure that you have every opportunity to impress us in your application and the opportunity to give your best at work, not because we’re required to, but because it’s the right thing to do.   We are also committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities. If for any reason you cannot apply through our career site and require an accommodation or assistance, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team.

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