Plainfield, Indiana
8 days ago
Inventory Control Specialist

SHIFT: 1ST (8:00AM-4:30PM)

$29.70 Hourly Rate
 

Responsibilities:
Day to day support and supervision of the logistics network for Whirlpool’s Service Parts business

Work daily with Operations to ensure optimal inventory integrity

Work daily with packaging engineer to support transportation related damage investigations and system updates
Investigate inventory issues from multiple packing and fulfillment sites and lead the correction of them
Evaluate for continuous improvement opportunities throughout the logistics network

Support project work to help drive operational efficiency and cost savings opportunities
Maintain and create operational SOPs for the successful management of logistics processes
Research and resolve accounts payable issues

Resolve and communicate issues that arise


Minimum requirements:
High School diploma or GED
1+ years supply chain

Preferred skills and experiences:
Proficient in the use Excel and/or Google Sheets, with the ability to use pivot tables and graphs to identify actions needed

Bachelor's degree in Business or Supply Chain

Working knowledge of VBA and/or Tableau is preferred
Detail oriented with strong analytical and organizational skills, who is highly result oriented and proactive
Ability to manage multiple tasks/projects 

Thorough knowledge and understanding of raw and finished goods flow and high volume fulfillments
Possess sound judgment, planning, and analytical skills to relate to management, operations and shipping base contacts
Self-motivation to identify, analyze, and work to find solutions when challenges arise
Complex problem solving skills and ability to use them to drive root cause identification
Working knowledge of computers and warehouse management systems (SAP, WM, AS400)
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Proven leadership and people skills, with the ability to lead teams to drive exceptional results

 

Up to 40+ hours of paid training
Up to 120 hours of paid time off (prorated based on start date)
Medical, dental, vision, 401k and other benefits available immediately 

We offer: manufacturing careers, Tuition reimbursement, Apprenticeships, and other Growth opportunities

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