Logistics Inventory Control Manager

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITY:

• Overall responsibility for maintaining a high level of accuracy and control of the flow of goods through the Operations and Distribution center located in Edgewood New York. This vital role within NII is to provide effective and efficient operational and inventory control support to not only our main distribution but will also be directly involved with 3rd party logistics vendors and CDC located in Louisville KY.
• This position will require strong SAP knowledge along with CMS (Consignment Management System) or equivalent to manage inventory control processes pertaining to PO receipts outbound orders along with the high volume of moving materials within the Distribution Centers. Utilize prior job knowledge and skills to implement cost reduction and/or improvements to the operations that will have positive bottom-line results.
• Follow and adhere to established Standard Operational Procedures to ensure compliance with documented policies while meeting with established goals and objectives required for this position.

KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:

• Responsible for maintaining monitoring and tracking inventory through SAP(WMS) and Consignment Management System (CMS) for accurate inventory control.
• Timely and accurate processing of inbound receipts within SAP will include properly transferring material to established bin locations. Strong record keeping required for researching the disposition of receipts.
• Maintain and improve on organizing WIP and staging areas for efficient flow of materials along with utilizing visual markers (Cones) when applicable to aid in additional improvements.
• Work closely with all internal departments as it pertains to repair parts receiving RMAs System builds for proper distribution and processing for efficient and timely movement of materials.
• Work closely with outside vendors to achieve the lowest costs on supplies and/or services that do not jeopardize our high-quality expectations.
• SAP/WMS processing for outbound orders utilizing configured RF-Devices.
• Proper carrier documentation through carrier BOL process or standard UPS tracking procedures
• Responsible for cycle counts and participation in periodic physical inventories for all internal and external locations within Nikon & 3PL facilities.
• Strong focus on enforcing and implementing required documentation for all equipment leaving the Distribution Centers and seeking proper approvals as required.
• Follow the Quality Management System (QMS) workflows and update processes policy and procedure documentation when necessary.
• Ability to research all SAP transactions by movement type to effectively resolve discrepancies as they arise.
• Strong analytical skills required through SAP CMS and current reporting for cost reductions and business planning initiatives to support the Operations and CDC with process improvements.
• Use of CMS program to scan barcodes on materials and to enter appropriate notes as required in database for receipt confirmations at the Operations facility.
• Coordinating the receipt and export of materials at the dock communicating and notating all damaged or irregular shipments while retaining documents to meet company requirements.
• Oversee SAP orders and follow through on allocation backorders consignment and shipping process.
• Oversee consignments for MBL CSHL NBIL NAMC and other Nikon facilities where inventory is located for Demos.
• Maintain a clean and organized environment.

ANCILLARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate shipping/receiving for all service repairs on inbound/outbound processing.
• Assist with Quality Management System (QMS) on documentation and product markings
• Research reasons for missing products on consignments prepare statistical reports as to losses and submit write-off requests to management.
• Maintain and organize storage boxes Kits packing material the warehouse
• Ensure all Warehouse safety protocols are strictly enforced
• Review incurred freight costs and implement freight reduction initiatives
• All other duties as required or needed.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES

• 5 years logistics & Inventory Control
• BA BS BBA or equivalent
• Technical Certification preferred
• Comprehensive PC knowledge including proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook Excel Word)
• Working knowledge of inventory controls processes with a demonstrated ability to apply experience to resolve variances and implement improvements when applicable
• WMS/SAP knowledge required
• Strong ability to compile data and generate reports and consignment lists
• Strong professional written and verbal communication skills
• Prior Distribution & Warehouse operations background required
• Ability to lift and move equipment up to 70 lbs.
• Able to operate warehouse equipment (hand truck pallet jack electric pallet stacker)
• While performing the duties of the job the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers handle controls; the employee frequently is required to reach with hands and fingers. The employee is often required to stand walk and stop.

Please note that in conjunction with the skills/knowledge required below reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to successfully perform the essential functions of the position.

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Compensation depends on a variety of factors including but not limited to knowledge skills experience education and location.