Inventory Control Coordinator

Warehouse Inventory Specialist

We're looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions. This role would be at our Dayton, MN location for 1st shift: Monday-Friday 6:00AM-2:30PM

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve as the primary contact for cycle counters and 3PL warehouses
• Perform regular physical counts and reconcile discrepancies
• Execute inventory transactions in WMS/ERP systems (receipts, transfers, adjustments)
• Record, track, and report inventory data
• Be fully knowledgeable of the setup and functionality of the current logistics systems: ERP, Warehouse, RF
• Assist DC Leadership in evaluating current processes and system setup to identify opportunities for continuous improvement
• Train and lead employees in warehouse and office processes; including but not limited to cycle counting, reconciliation, communication with 3PL
• Work with distribution leaders, Quality, packaging engineers, and other company employees to reduce inventory inaccuracies and increase picker/putter accuracy
• Create and maintain slotting of warehouse items; work with DC Leadership on fixed pick and slotting strategy
• Drive data driven quality improvements leveraging the RCCM process, ensuring containment actions are in place while eliminating the root cause
• Participate in and/or lead cross-functional projects and kaizen events involving the continuous improvement of distribution/logistics concepts
• Be a change agent and drive out waste throughout the operation using Lean methodologies
• Assist with the development of current and future state value stream maps and continuous improvement plans, as well as the implementation of those

JOB CRITERIA:

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma; associate degree beneficial
• 3-5 years of experience in logistics/distribution environment
• 2 years of business system experience related to warehousing; planning; inventory
• Powered Industrial Truck Experience (Order Picker, Reach Truck, forklifts, etc)

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Combination of 2 years Lean training and practical use in a distribution/warehouse environment: Gemba; RCCM; Kaizen; Value-stream mapping
• Supervisory experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Experience in inventory control or warehouse operations
• Knowledge of inventory systems, spreadsheets, databases, WMS/ERP (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite)
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Basic knowledge of business processes
• Ability to multi-task and work independently
• Ability to understand cross-functional interdependencies and devise solutions to meet operational and corporate goals
• Demonstrated ability to utilize RCCM process to improve process and improve the customers' experience
• Ability to build and maintain effective work relationships

WE HAVE:

A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day

nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes.

Our principal office is in London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE.

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Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work

We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide

Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money

Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers.

We're known for being: Innovative & adaptable Dedicated to absolute integrity Focused on the customer first Respectful and team oriented Optimistic and energizing Accountable for performance

Benefits to support the lives of our employees

Pay Transparency nVent's pay scale is based on the expected range of base pay for this job and the employee's work location. Employee pay within this range will be based on a combination of factors including knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, education, and performance. Where federal, state, or local minimum wage requirements exist, employee pay will comply.

Compensation Range: $23.90 - $44.40 Per Hour Depending on the position offered, employee may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as annual incentives.

Benefit Overview At nVent, we value our people and their health and well-being. We provide a broad benefits package with meaningful programs for eligible full-time employees that includes: Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance. A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan both include a company match. Other supplemental benefits may include tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection.