Job title: Inventory Coordinator 

Reports to: Logistics Manager

Back up position: Logistics Lead

Department: 500 - Operations Administration

Work location: Evansville, IN (Plant Primary) 

Exempt/Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt

I - Job Purpose and Summary:

Develop and maintain inventory processes in order to maintain adequate levels of stock to meet daily distribution demands while minimizing excess supply and write off. Stock and inventory processes to be put in place for all levels of the supply chain across Woodland and Evansville facilities and warehouses.

II - Key Accountabilities: 

1. HSE: Promote a safe work environment at all times through the adherence to all PGPI’s Health & Safety and Environmental policies and procedures as well as to all relevant OSHA regulations in order to achieve ZERO workplace incidents and injuries.

2. QA & Food Safety: Ensure compliance with rigorous standards of food safety, quality, legality, and authenticity, playing a crucial role in maintaining the highest standards throughout the entire food production process.

3. Oversee Inventory and supply chain management in accordance with company guidelines.

Perform critical inventory tasks to ensure correct number of items are in stock. Establish a routine of cycle counting working with site warehouse team members. Maintain updated and accurate records of inventory, including transfers and cycle counts. Review documentation and monitor product codes to search for discrepancies, trouble shoot quantity discrepancies between stock and records.

4. Develop and implement improvements to existing operational procedures in order to maximize efficiency and cut operational   cost.

5. Respond to sales inquiries and purchase orders; collect and analyze data to determine appropriate stock levels. Review production schedules and requirements to ensure timely order fulfillment based on stock on hand and correction of any stock   discrepancies. Track rates of accuracy on purchases and returns, as well as defective items to inform quality control decisions.

Prepare, generate and file financial inventory reports. Review reports monthly with manager. Participate in complete inventory checks of all stock and supplies twice per year.

6. Problem Solving/Reporting/Continuous Improvement:

7. Training & Development: Participate in all trainings related to his/her job in order to gain knowledge/skills/abilities needed for   exceptional performance.

8. Nurture positive relationships with internal customers and provide customer service as needed.

9. Maintain a high standard of professional knowledge, ethics and practices when working with other key stakeholders in the company. Conduct oneself in a professional manner that reflects integrity and respect.

III - Internal and External Contacts: 

Internal: Operations –   Woodland and Evansville, Procurement, Sales and Marketing, Innovation, Corporate Quality and Food Safety, Finance.

External: Software providers

 IV - Job Requirements (Required and Preferred):

Education:  Bachelor’s degree or relevant experience.

Related Experience:

· 2 years in a production environment (food manufacturing preferred)

· Supply Chain

· Procurement & finance

Competencies: Driving For Results, Priority Setting, Problem Solving, Planning, Standing Alone, Process Management, Compelling Communication, Comfort Around Higher Management, Composure, Listening, Conflict Management, Understanding Others, Organizational Agility, Operational Decision Making, Dealing With Ambiguity, Business Acumen, Entrepreneurship, Driving Innovation, Continuous Learning, Self-Knowledge, Building Trusted Relationships.

Technical Skills:

· Microsoft Dynamics - DAX

· Microsoft Office (advanced Excel preferred)

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations:

· American Production Inventory and Control Society  (APICS)

Language(s):

· Fluency in English - required

· Fluency in Spanish - preferred

V – Work/Employment Conditions and Other Requirements: 

Work Environment: The role is largely office based, with frequent interactions with colleagues both in the office and factory environment. This role will be exposed to allergens including gluten & soy. This role will be exposed to Neodymium magnets.

Physical and Sensory Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an   employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. 

Position Type and Working Schedule: RFT - Regular Full Time, working schedule based on business needs,

Travel Requirements: n/a

VI - Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.