Inventory Control Supervisor

Inventory Control Supervisor

Indianapolis-based Herff Jones is the leading provider of graduation and educational products and services designed to inspire achievement and create memorable experiences for students. Herff Jones' products include class rings and jewelry, caps and gowns, diplomas and announcements as well as motivation and recognition programs. Focused on building long-term relationships through a nationwide network of over 1,400 employees and sales partners, the professionals at Herff Jones have been helping elevate the student experience throughout the lifelong journey of education for more than 100 years.

Your Opportunity

The Herff Jones Cap and Gown team, based in Indianapolis, IN, is looking for an Inventory Control Supervisor to join our team. This position reports to the Sr. Operations Manager. This position would oversee the strategic and execution of the inventory functions in our Indianapolis, IN. plant.

What You'll Be Doing On A Daily Basis

• Oversees team of inventory or warehouse employees

• Manage inventory tracking systems to record deliveries, shipments, and stock levels. Evaluates deliveries, shipments, and product levels to improve inventory control procedures. Analyzes daily product and supply levels to anticipate inventory problems and shortages

• Manages schedules of employees, deliveries, and shipments to optimize operations. Communicates with inventory employees to meet business goals and address personnel issues. Develop business relationships with suppliers and clients

• Propose strategies to reduce costs and improve procedures of supply chain logistics. Monitors demand and analyze data to anticipate future supply and logistical needs

• Reports on inventory levels, supply chain progress, procedural efficiency and personnel issues to upper management

• Manages the recruitment and training of new inventory employees. Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed

What You'll Bring to the Table

• Experience in scheduling and planning without ERP and MRP systems
• Experience with ERP systems is highly preferred, specifically Microsoft Dynamics AX or D365, as well as Microsoft Excel
• Experience with S&OP, MRP, and MPS processes highly preferred Experience in highly seasonal planning and manufacturing is preferred
• American Production Inventory Control System (APICS) and or Six Sigma certification is preferred Good interpersonal, organizational, analytical and communication skills
• Well-organized, be able to multi-task and have a high level of attention to detail
• Customer service driven able to understand and support the business goals and objectives
• Interface and interact well with all departments of the company and is an ambassador for planning in a seasonal environment

Physical Requirements

• Daily activity includes but is not limited to lifting, carrying, sitting, grasping, reaching, standing, kneeling, walking, bending, twisting.
• Reading, communication, math.
• Working at a computer for extended periods of time.
• Ability to regularly lift/move up to 50lbs.
• Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to above

Herff Jones, Inc. and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and maintain affirmative action plans to recruit, retain, develop, and promote qualified individuals without unlawful consideration of race, gender, gender identity, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Herff Jones strives to maintain a work environment free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, where associates are treated with respect and dignity.

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