Specialist, Inventory Control
A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools and jobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement and unlimited growth opportunities. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developing innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the well-being of the communities in which we work and live. How will you power what’s possible?
Location: Remote
Job Summary
The Specialist, Inventory Control's responsibilities include leading inventory levels to meet service expectations while reducing excess and obsolete, leading inventory accuracy through improving cycle count processes, and optimizing distribution footprints while driving business process improvements to meet profit, inventory, and service goals for Southwire. The Specialist, Inventory Control will also determine stocking strategies which consider lead times, costs, volume, and demand variations defining appropriate time periods in which the planning parameters will be reviewed.
Key Responsibilities
Maintain optimum inventory levels with direct linkage into the SIOP process reviewing inventory levels and planning parameters in response to major demand changes.
Forecast gross inventory and Days Sellable Inventory (DSI)
Ensure a robust cycle count program is in place for manufacturing and distribution to meet Southwire’s requirements, driving corrective actions to root causes.
Support and help lead physical inventories at EPES sites.
Lead all distribution center and agent inventory strategies, replenishments, and cycle counting process.
Analyze and interpret SAP data to troubleshoot disruptions to material flow, align data in MRP and IBP with appropriate inventory Range of Coverage, address critical shortages, and drive actions around exception reporting related to inventory.
Lead E&O analyses and management with cross-functional teams to drive root cause and corrective actions with demonstrated reduction of E&O and accounting reserves.
Lead and support analyses and planning strategies per part with key classifications around volume, predictability, lead times, and footprint size of parts (ABC / XYZ).
Perform Ad-Hoc Analysis as assigned.
Required Education & Experience
Bachelor's Degree: 2-4 Years of Experience
Preferred Education & Experience
5-7 Years of Experience
Spans of Control
Does not manage Southwire Team Members
Travel
Domestic up to 25%
Physical Requirements
Carrying/Lifting: 10%
Driving: 20%
Standing: 20%
Sitting: 20%
Walking: 20%
Pushing/Pulling: 10%
Working Conditions
Office
Plant/Warehouse Floor
Equipment
Computer/Keyboard
Safety Glasses
Safety Shoes
Safety Vest
Competencies
Action OrientedBalances StakeholdersCollaboratesCustomer FocusNimble LearningPlans and AlignsSkills
Inventory ControlCycle CountingLean ManufacturingMaterial HandlingQuality ControlSAP ApplicationsProcess ImprovementCapacity PlanningForecasting
Benefits We Offer:
• 401k with Matching
• Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
• Parental Leave
• & More
Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Nearest Major Market: Atlanta
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Location: Remote
Job Summary
The Specialist, Inventory Control's responsibilities include leading inventory levels to meet service expectations while reducing excess and obsolete, leading inventory accuracy through improving cycle count processes, and optimizing distribution footprints while driving business process improvements to meet profit, inventory, and service goals for Southwire. The Specialist, Inventory Control will also determine stocking strategies which consider lead times, costs, volume, and demand variations defining appropriate time periods in which the planning parameters will be reviewed.
Key Responsibilities
Maintain optimum inventory levels with direct linkage into the SIOP process reviewing inventory levels and planning parameters in response to major demand changes.
Forecast gross inventory and Days Sellable Inventory (DSI)
Ensure a robust cycle count program is in place for manufacturing and distribution to meet Southwire’s requirements, driving corrective actions to root causes.
Support and help lead physical inventories at EPES sites.
Lead all distribution center and agent inventory strategies, replenishments, and cycle counting process.
Analyze and interpret SAP data to troubleshoot disruptions to material flow, align data in MRP and IBP with appropriate inventory Range of Coverage, address critical shortages, and drive actions around exception reporting related to inventory.
Lead E&O analyses and management with cross-functional teams to drive root cause and corrective actions with demonstrated reduction of E&O and accounting reserves.
Lead and support analyses and planning strategies per part with key classifications around volume, predictability, lead times, and footprint size of parts (ABC / XYZ).
Perform Ad-Hoc Analysis as assigned.
Required Education & Experience
Bachelor's Degree: 2-4 Years of Experience
Preferred Education & Experience
5-7 Years of Experience
Spans of Control
Does not manage Southwire Team Members
Travel
Domestic up to 25%
Physical Requirements
Carrying/Lifting: 10%
Driving: 20%
Standing: 20%
Sitting: 20%
Walking: 20%
Pushing/Pulling: 10%
Working Conditions
Office
Plant/Warehouse Floor
Equipment
Computer/Keyboard
Safety Glasses
Safety Shoes
Safety Vest
Competencies
Action OrientedBalances StakeholdersCollaboratesCustomer FocusNimble LearningPlans and AlignsSkills
Inventory ControlCycle CountingLean ManufacturingMaterial HandlingQuality ControlSAP ApplicationsProcess ImprovementCapacity PlanningForecasting
Benefits We Offer:
• 401k with Matching
• Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
• Parental Leave
• & More
Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Nearest Major Market: Atlanta
Apply Now
Apply Now