Coordinator, Inventory Control Supply Chain

Chicago, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Coordinates the ordering receipt handling and issuance of materials. Cooperates with user areas in investigating and responding to material requests.

Coordinates the facilities clerical operations and preparation of computer input data for assigned location. Travels to warehouse/storeroom/stockroom locations to conduct inspections of facilities and equipment to ensure good condition perform safety audits and monitor field staff assignments.

Reviews stock status and coordinates appropriate actions to ensure material availability. May be required to lift and transport material to various locations utilizing department issued vehicle.

Investigates stock outs and initiates appropriate corrective actions.

Assists in inventory audits and in the disposition of obsolete or surplus materials. May be required to lift move and maneuver materials and equipment.

Monitors the submission of payroll information and related materials.

Assists in the planning review evaluation and development of policies procedures and programs related to the material handling activities.

Assists Senior Supply Chain Management personnel in the development of training and instruction programs. Trains and instructs assigned personnel in the performance of duties.

Coordinates and submits weekly work schedules and assignments. Investigates and submits reports of rule violations.

Performs related duties as assigned.

MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting to this position are the following jobs:

Job Title

Warehouse Worker

Stockroom Clerk

Shipping Clerk

Unit Exchange Clerk

Material Coordinator

CHALLENGES

Providing optimum service to internal customers to meet Bus/Rail service delivery and facilities demands.

Reducing inventory levels while maintaining service levels to our customers.

Increasing worker productivity by closely monitoring daily activity and productivity demand reports.

Attaining departmental budget reductions by effectively scheduling of assigned personnel.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Bachelors Degree in Business or a related field plus two (2) years of experience in Supply Chain Operations computerized inventory management and material handling operations or an equivalent combination of education and experience relating to this position.

Required to have or be able to obtain a valid state of Illinois Drivers License (DL).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires remaining in a stationary position for extended periods of time and constantly operating a computer and other office productivity machinery.

Must be able to move and position parts equipment supplies etc. up to 60 pounds and maneuver material to 100 pounds.

May require moving and positing self.

Service Area Requirement: Exempt (Non-Union) employees must live within the boundaries of the CTA Statutory Service Area either at the time of employment or within 6 months of beginning employment at CTA.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Working knowledge of the principles practices methods and procedures of inventory control.

General Knowledge of RF Smart Technology (Barcode/Scanning).

General knowledge of the provisions of the Occupational Safety and Health Act which apply to warehousing operations.

General knowledge of labor agreements and work rules that apply to assigned personnel.

General knowledge of union contracts and working with union workers.

Good oral and written communication skills.

Good organizational skills and attention to detail.

Ability to effectively coordinate and supervise the activities of assigned personnel.

Ability to analyze complex inventory problems evaluate alternatives and reach sound conclusions.

Working knowledge of Oracle Enterprise Resources Planning Systems.

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel PowerPoint etc.).

WORKING CONDITIONS

Exposed to usual warehouse/stockroom/shop conditions including exposure to yard conditions noise dust and moving equipment.

Subject to extreme weather conditions when working on dock; this includes extreme cold extreme heat rain snow humidity etc.

Exposed to noise from overhead blowers; heater motors.

Exposed to atmospheric conditions such as fumes from running engines of trucks on dock odors from dock area oil room and dust within warehouse facilities.

EQUIPMENT TOOLS AND MATERIALS UTILIZED

Standard office equipment.

Mechanical picking equipment.

Forklift operations vertical and moveable storage units.

RF Scan Gun Technology and Equipment

Employees and/or union members will be given priority consideration in the hiring process per the applicable labor contracts.

Final salary will be determined in part by the qualifications of the selected candidate and may be higher or lower than target.

Applicants if hiredmust comply with CTAs residency ordinance.

CTA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against because of race color creed religion sex marital status national origin sexual orientation ancestry age unfavorable military discharge disability or any other status protected by federal state or local laws; except where a bona fide occupational qualification exists We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for our workforce and supporting the communities we serve. CTA will make reasonable accommodations for the known disabilities of otherwise qualified applicants for employment as well as its employees unless undue hardship would result. If you require an accommodation in the application or hiring process please contact prior to the submission of your application or upon notification of your actual test date. CTA will work with you to determine if an accommodation can be provided.

During the hiring process CTAs Human Resources department will contact candidates with next steps . Failure to respond to these correspondences in a timely fashion may result in your application being closed out for non-responsiveness.

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SUMMARY

Under general supervision coordinates and supervises supply chain personnel and activities at assigned warehouse stockroom facilities and operations support locations.

Required Experience:

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Coordinates the ordering receipt handling and issuance of materials. Cooperates with user areas in investigating and responding to material requests. Coordinates the facilities clerical operations and preparation of computer input data for assigned location. Travels to wareh...