Material Handler Team Lead (A- Shift)

Material Handler Lead
Operations
West solved the problem of supplying penicillin in mass quantities to the US Government during World War 2. Through our work to deliver thousands of life-saving and life-enhancing injectable medicines to millions of patients daily, West's indelible mark on the healthcare industry has just begun. How will your help write our future?
There's no better place to join an inclusive community of professionals with opportunities for lifelong learning, growth and development. Supported by benefit programs, we empower the physical, mental, emotional and financial health of our team members and their families.
We believe in giving back to help those in need in the communities where we live and work. This role requires strong Inventory Management skills to monitor and control stock levels. The goal is to ensure that all business operations have adequate material to achieve their objectives, and we maintain traceability and accuracy on all inventory locations within our area of responsibility.
Manage inventory health, to include closely monitoring and reporting on aged, excess, obsolete, and inventory at risk of expiration.
Collaborate with key stakeholders on Inventory Control best practices for various classes of inventory: Warehouse, 3PL, In Transit etc.
On board and manage new facilities inventory processes (Company Owned, Co-Manufacturing, 3PL, Overflow etc.)
Develop value-added reporting to drive inventory accountability to the appropriate levels in the organization.
Supervise the research for daily, weekly, monthly inventory discrepancy management.
Work with production, warehouse, finance, and supply chain to resolve inventory discrepancies.
Be proactive in conducting ad hoc, fact-based analysis to anticipate and resolve potential problems
Document and share across the organization by gaining consensus from all affected teams.
Educate operations teams on variance causes, impacts and solutions.
Ensure adherence to company policy and ensure effective controls are in place to guarantee the accuracy and timeliness of inventory transactions to support inventory views throughout the organization.
Lead, inspire, engage direct reports, assess their readiness for future roles, conducting evaluations according to company practices, and ensuring consistent accountability within the broader team. Bachelor's Degree In related field preferred

Work Experience
Minimum 5 years work experience within warehousing, inventory control or finance required and
Project Management Experience preferred
In-depth knowledge of inventory control practices and systems. Ability to develop and document complex processes and controls
Ability to analyze data, generate insights and communicate effectively to management
Exceptional demonstrated problem solving skills, must be able to effectively present information and analysis
Ability to ensure successful delivery of identified cost savings
Advanced proficiency with Excel
Proficiency in SAP and expert level knowledge on SAP inventory transactions.
Able to be aware of all relevant standard operating procedures as per Company policy as they are related to the position covered by this Job Description
Support and contribute to Lean Sigma programs and activities towards delivery of the set target
Able to comply with the company's safety policy at all times
Able to comply with the company's quality policy at all times.
Travel Requirements
per shift - Moderate
Occasional above shoulder height work
Must also be able to tolerate industrial odors and smells on a frequent basis
Must be able to work overtime shifts as directed
West embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Where permitted by law, employment with West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. or any of its subsidiary or affiliate companies, is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of post-offer background screening and/or drug screening.? #