Inventory Manager

Permatex, Inc. a division of Illinois Tool Works (NYSE: ITW); is a leading manufacturer, distributor, and marketer of premium chemical products to the automotive maintenance and repair, home and hardware markets. Core brands include: Permatex, Fast Orange, Spray Nine, the Right Stuff and Devcon Home. JOB DUTIES * Ensure that there is sufficient inventory to meet the organization's needs by ordering products; and managing out-of-stock over-stocked products. * Ensures efficient management of the warehouse database to maintain up-to-date stock records; retrieve stored information; place orders; or respond to inquiries (for example on inventory levels or delivery schedules). * Monitor warehouse activities to ensure that goods are stored correctly and safely, and warehouse space is used efficiently. * Monitor the effectiveness of operating procedures, space utilization, and protection of equipment and make recommendations for improvements. * Prioritize and assign tasks to ensure that the team's resources are used effectively, and that work schedules and targets are met. * Supervise staff to ensure that all warehouse activities, and all equipment operate safely. Train new hires in the organization's operating procedures and standards. * Manage the cycle count program ensuring regular and accurate cycle counts to maintain inventory accuracy, as well as updating the program as required. * Investigating and correcting component inventory issues while addressing and resolving inventory discrepancies as they arise. * Leading root cause analysis investigations when significant discrepancies are identified to prevent future occurrences. * Entering daily production data ensuring it's accurately recorded and maintained. * Manage non-compliant inventory, partnering with Manufacturing, Purchasing, and Quality Departments to ensure the timely disposition and return or rework of non-compliant components. * Supervising the Receiving Department which consists of seven hourly positions. * Promotes and follows all safety guidelines and procedures. * Recommends safety improvements as needed. * Must be able to utilize company ERP systems. * Other duties as assigned.

Created: 2024-11-03