The posting
Summary: The Inbound / Inventory Supervisor is responsible for inventory integrity as well as active involvement in the receiving, shipping, and purchasing discrepancy resolution. The role includes working in conjunction with the Distribution Center (DC) Manager and alongside the warehouse staff to ensure product is received in a timely manner and the inventory accuracy exceeds company expectations. Organizational Impact: Sarnova’s mission is to be the best partner for those who save and improve patients’ lives. As a member of the team, you are essential in helping fulfill that mission and meet the expectations of our customers. We provide support for those who are committed to helping others in their time of need and your role can help Sarnova to be the best company in specialty medical sales and distribution. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Manage a team of inbound and inventory control associates Supervise all inbound and inventory control functions to achieve departmental objectives and metrics, including productivity, accuracy and safety; troubleshoot and resolve issues that arise using independent judgment Become DSCSA Tracelink SIT application subject matter expert, train receiving team on proper serialization track and trace processes Manage and direct warehouse staff, keeping worker safety as a top priority, closely followed by high quality and efficient productivity Engage with workers regularly to motivate and encourage job performance by communicating clear objectives and metrics, coaching and counseling and providing opportunities to facilitate growth and development Work with the DC Manager to help hire and train new warehouse staff Abide by and enforce company policies and state laws and regulations Partner with Operations Manager to implement, communicate and coach employees through operational or policy changes within the department and/or company; act as a change agent within the company and department, champion changes and coach employees to adopt change, as necessary Improve warehouse work processes through strategic planning and tactical improvements to create a more efficient fulfillment system, improve safety, ease of work and/or customer experience Track and account for all incoming products Lead various inventory counts and manage reconciliation of discrepancies Monitor DC supplies and goods, ordering stock as needed Maintain receiving and cycle count documentation Perform audits to maintain compliance and reporting requirements Achieve and maintain forklift certification and operate a forklift, as needed Create and foster a culture of safety. Ensure DC is clean and organized ensuring there are no safety hazards Perform any aspect of Distribution Center Associate role as necessary to achieve objectives Additional job duties as assigned
Skills/Experience Required:
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associates Degree in supply chain, operations, business or related field a plus Previous supervisory experience working in a distribution center or similar setting Solid work history that demonstrates reliability Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word and Excel) Forklift experience preferred Familiarity with an ERP or related software preferred Knowledge of inventory and supply chain management preferred Forklift certification and/or ability to successfully complete forklift training and operate machinery safely according to company protocol Strong verbal and written communication skills Demonstrated ability to quickly and easily shift between multiple priorities and work in a fast-paced environment Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to work well independently and as a member of a team Ability to quickly learn and use new software programs Must follow all safety standards, as determined by the company and state requirements Desire to continuously learn and grow Ability to motivate, manage and communicate effectively with a team Critical thinking and analytical skills to solve problems efficiently Strong sense of ethics, confidentiality and integrity
Physical Requirements:
Ability to stand and walk for long continuous periods of time May engage in some repetitive motion May engage in frequent bending, stooping, pushing and pulling of parts and part containers Due to the open environment of the warehouse, must be able to work in various weather and temperature conditions to include extreme heat, humidity and cold Ability to occasionally sit, climb or balance; ability to climb ladders up to 15 feet Ability to continuously lift and/or move objects up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move objects up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move objects that weigh 50+ pounds Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Continuous is defined as 6-8 hours, frequently is defined as 3-6 hours, and occasionally is defined as up to 3 hours. Work Schedule: Employee will be required to work a minimum of forty (40) hours of per week or as many hours as it may take to perform above job duties. Schedule may vary based on business demands and will require a combination of office hours as well as work performed after hours and/or weekends at times. Sarnova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer a competitive salary, commensurate with experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package, including 401(k) Plan. EEO/M/F/Veterans/Disabled. Our mission is to be the best partner for those who save and improve patients’ lives. Excellence in delivering upon our mission is dependent upon having a diverse team that is empowered to bring their full, authentic self to work each day. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve, and we are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity.
