Manager, Tool Crib

At GE Appliances a Haier company we come together to make good things for the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S. were powered by creators thinkers and makers who believe that anything is possible and that theres always a better believe in the power of our people and in giving them the freedom to explore discover and build good things together.

The GE Appliances philosophy backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work invent create do business and serve our communities:we come togetherwe always look for a better way andwe create possibilities.

Interested in joining us on our journey

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How Youll Create Possibilities

Operational & Inventory Leadership

• Ensure inventory accuracy and resolve discrepancies within the inventory management system.

• Develop and maintain optimal spare parts strategies to minimize downtime and maximize equipment reliability.

• Establish critical spare inventories and manage the setup of new inventory items requested by the plant.

• Determine optimal reorder points based on lead times and usage trends.

• Assign and oversee cycle counts; review reporting and ensure timely closeout.
  

Team Management & Development

• Lead coach and develop Tool Crib Attendants and Assistants to drive efficiency and accountability.

• Conduct performance reviews and support skill development through training and mentoring.

• Ensure the team has the tools resources and procedures needed to perform safely and effectively.

• Contribute to and lead by example within the plants safety program.
  

Vendor & Purchasing Management

• Serve as the primary contact for vendor-managed inventory programs.

• Review and approve purchase requests with a focus on ROI and cost optimization.

• Negotiate with suppliers address quality concerns and resolve discrepancies.

• Analyze daily weekly monthly and annual reports to identify trends and implement corrective actions as needed.
  

Process & Continuous Improvement

• Develop maintain and update written tool crib procedures and work instructions.

• Drive data-based decision-making through analysis of inventory and purchasing reports.

• Continuously improve processes to enhance service levels cost control and operational reliability.

What Youll Bring to Our Team

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Purchasing Supply Chain Inventory Management or related field.

• 5 years of experience in purchasing inventory management maintenance parts or tool crib operations (or equivalent combination of education and experience).

• Strong negotiation cost analysis and vendor management skills.

• Proficiency with ERP or inventory systems (e.g. SAP Oracle Infor eAM) and advanced Excel (pivot tables VLOOKUP data analysis).

• Ability to interpret technical documentation such as part numbers specifications and bills of materials; strong collaboration skills with Maintenance Engineering and Operations teams.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Engineering.

• Prior leadership or people management experience.

• Purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple initiatives.

Our Culture

Our work is centered on our People and Culture as reflected in our Zero Distance philosophy and we recognize the importance of reaffirming our commitment to inclusion and diversity (I&D). This underscores our commitment to fostering an environment where every individual feels valued connected and empowered to contribute while positioning our organization to adapt seamlessly to the evolving needs of our workforce and communities.

This reflects our dedication to creating solutions that: Empower colleagues by fostering an environment where all voices are heard valued and encouraged to contribute. Strengthen communities where we live and work. Reinforce a culture of belonging purpose and engagement. Reflect the diversity of the communities we serve through our workforce products and practices.

By further embedding Zero Distance into our People and Culture framework we will continue to build a deeply connected organization. We are cultivating a culture of engagement belonging and connection because while attracting new talent remains a priority retention is a cornerstone of our strategy.

GE Appliances is a trust-based organization. It is important we offer our employees the flexibility they need to do their best work while balancing the needs of the business and individuals. When you join GE Appliances you will have the opportunity to work with your leader to create a flexible work arrangement that balances the needs of the individual team and organization.

GE Appliances is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race color religion national or ethnic origin sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression age disability protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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