Inventory Control Associate ($2500 sign-on bonus)

RyderInventory Control Associate ($2500 sign-on bonus)

Tonawanda, NY, 14150, USA

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When Fortune 500 businesses and new startups need supply chain solutions, they look to our industry-leading logistics experts.

At Ryder, there is more to being a supply chain professional than working on some of the nation’s biggest brands. We make sure you are also getting the diverse experience, advancement opportunities, all from an industry-leading Fortune 500 company.

Here are a few of the many benefits when working with us :

Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits start at 30 Days

401 (K) Savings Plan with a company match

Discounted employee stock purchase options

Quality employee discounts that actually save you money on tools, cars, appliances, travel and more

All major holidays paid and Paid time off within your first year

Up to 12 weeks paid maternity leave

Salary : 48-50k / yr (including $2500 sign-on bonus)

Schedule : 3pm - 1130pm Monday - Friday

Summary

The Inventory Control Associate will be responsible for operational functions, independent decision making related to material availability and inventory control.

Essential Functions

Follow-up all purchased parts to ensure shipment and on-time delivery performance to support production requirements

Serve as main point of contact for all suppliers. Provide direction to suppliers regarding ship schedule requirements and containment plan when behind schedule.

Includes decision making on timing for supplier ship schedules - allowing them to push material out, pull ahead and expedite material as needed based on inventory coverage at plant

Regularly walking throughout the warehouse

Track critical parts and develop / execute containment plan to ensure no interruptions or down time to manufacturing line, inclusive of decision making on mode and required delivery window to ensure continuity of production

Coordinate and / or arrange for alternative sources of material, requests for spot buys, if necessary (SPO and other GM Plants)

Independent monitoring, set-up, and cancellation of truck loads for material pick-up, as necessary to support schedule variations.

Ensure proper material coverage at lowest possible cost for customer

Review part buffers to determine that they cover build requirements. (Metal Centers and Powertrain).

Document and manage S and AV code exceptions (Assembly Plants) including Alarm Interval maintenance. Determine root-cause and take appropriate action

MGO Data Maintenance. Maintain accurate inventory levels in MGO, making appropriate adjustments where necessary. Make judgments on posting inventory adjustments based on investigation and analysis.

Investigate and process any record adjustment requests from the previous shift

Additional Responsibilities

Perform other duties as assigned

Skills and Abilities

Ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors)

Ability to work independently and as a member of a team

Flexibility to operate and self-driven to excel in a fast-paced environment

Capable of multi-tasking, highly organized, with excellent time management skills

Strong organizational, problem solving and communication skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Flexible work schedule

Qualifications

diploma / GED required

Bachelor's degree preferred

One (1) year or more administrative experience preferred. preferred

Proficient in MS Office including Word and Excel

Three (3) years or more relevant experience strongly recommended. preferred

Travel : None

DOT Regulated

Job Category : Materials Planning & Scheduling