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Inventory Coordinator (Garcia)

Mars

Job Location:

Fremont, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Posted: 8 August 2026 (22 days ago)

Application Deadline: 5 November 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description:

Job: Inventory Control & Planning Specialist

Segment: Royal Canin (Mars Incorporated)
Location: Fremont NE
Shift: Day Shift (Monday Friday 6:00 AM 2:30 PM)
Job Type: Full-Time
Reporting To: Inventory & Logistics Manager

At Royal Canin our purpose is to make a better world for pets by providing precise health nutrition. The Inventory Control & Planning Specialist is a vital link in this mission working as part of a dynamic team to manage overall stock levels within our main manufacturing facility and third-party logistics (3PL) partners to ensure 100% of customer orders are fulfilled.

In this hybrid coordination and analytical role you will be responsible for maintaining precise real-time inventory records for raw materials packaging elements work-in-process (WIP) and finished goods. By combining daily physical cycle counts with advanced digital systems tracking (SAP 1Nav RCLMS I-track) you will resolve discrepancies optimize stock levels prevent production downtime and foster excellent relationships with both internal operations teams and external warehousing partners.

Key Responsibilities

Stock Management & Production Support

Inventory Availability: Ensure adequate stock levels across various packaging elements raw materials WIP and finished goods to fully support day-to-day manufacturing schedules and prevent line downtime.
3PL and Warehouse Alignment: Coordinate physical stock levels conversion operations and materials packaging elements across our internal warehouse and primary 3PL partner facilities.
Material Transitions: Manage physical transfers of materials between storage areas and the production floor ensuring proper labeling organization and adherence to First-In First-Out (FIFO) standards.

Discrepancy Reconciliation & Systems Tracking

Daily Cycle Counting: Conduct and oversee routine physical cycle counts and actively support formal annual physical inventory audits.
Discrepancy Investigation: Promptly investigate inventory variances identify root causes of errors and reconcile system data to maintain high levels of inventory accuracy.
Digital Inventory Administration: Ensure all receipts issues adjustments and transfers are recorded with strict accuracy in 1Nav RCLMS I-track and SAP systems.

Analytics Reporting & KPIs

Performance Dashboards: Compile analyze and distribute standard inventory reports to plant management.
KPI Tracking: Track key performance indicators (KPI targets vs. actuals) and identify process bottlenecks or materials-handling improvements.
Supplier Collaboration: Communicate inventory replenishment needs and variance trends with Purchasing and Quality assurance teams.

What We Are Looking For (Job Specifications)

Experience & Education

Education: High School Diploma or GED required.
Industry Experience: 2 years of inventory control materials planning or warehouse logistics experience in a high-speed manufacturing environment. Experience within the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) or food-manufacturing sector is highly preferred.
Technical Systems: Hands-on proficiency with SAP 1Nav RCLMS or I-track systems is highly desirable.
Analytical Skills: Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Excel (formulas data organization) and general Microsoft Office applications.

Key Skills & Competencies

Customer Focus & Communication: Exceptional communication and customer service skills to build trust resolve logistical issues and collaborate with multi-functional teams.
Problem Solving: A structured approach to troubleshooting discrepancies with high attention to detail.
Project & Process Management: Early-stage project management experience with a process-oriented mindset.
Continuous Improvement: Basic familiarity with Lean Manufacturing Six Sigma or ISO 9001 Quality Management systems is preferred.
Certifications: Forklift certification (or the capability and willingness to obtain certification) is a plus.

Physical & Environmental Requirements

Ability to stand walk bend reach and climb for extended periods within warehouse environments.
Ability to lift push pull and move materials up to 50 lbs.
Comfort working in active manufacturing production and temperature-varied warehouse spaces.

What You Can Expect from Mars & Royal Canin

Our Five Principles: Work in an environment where our daily decisions are guided by Quality Responsibility Mutuality Efficiency and Freedom.
A Purpose-Driven Business: Join a team that is genuinely striving to build a better world for pets and the people who love them.
Continuous Learning: Receive support from day one including access to world-class training programs through our in-house Mars University.
Competitive Compensation: An industry-competitive base salary comprehensive health and wellness benefits and eligibility for an annual company performance bonus.

Required Experience:

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