Inventory Control Manager

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Newell Brands is a leading $8.3B consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Graco®, Coleman®, Oster®, Rubbermaid® and Sharpie®, and 25,000 talented employees around the world. Our high-performance culture, unparalleled curiosity about the world around us, and talented people fuel our success. Our culture is enabled through our core values which guide all we do and how we win as One Newell. They are Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Winning, Ownership & Leadership.

The Inventory Control Manager is responsible for coordinating many of the inventory activities within the warehouse.

Position Details -  Responsibilities

• Motivate and lead a team of Inventory Control Associates including material handlers, inventory control clerks and salaried NX employees.
• Meet daily requirements by coordinating employee placement. Help to achieve the highest level of accuracy in the facility.
• Develop and train employees on basic warehouse practices with a strong emphasis on safety, housekeeping, leadership, quality, and accuracy.
• Maintain a high level of inventory and accuracy and control.
• Create and maintain SOP for all elements of the IC team and responsibilities creating foundation for document control and standardization.
• Enforce policies and procedures to ensure safe and effective operations
• Supervise and control the accurate production receipt, issuance, and storage of all inventory to minimize operating costs
• Develop and manage assigned projects
• Maintain strong leadership presence by active involvement in Inventory Control activities
• Communicate effectively with employees, peers, other departments and management team

Position Details – Key Qualifications

• Flexible to work any shift
• Ability to work overtime as needed
• Visual aptitude – must be able to see with or without correction
• Communication – ability to communicate verbally or non-verbally
• Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds
• Ability to perform standing job for 12 consecutive hours
• Must be able to walk, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, reach, and grasp for varying periods of time during a consecutive 12 hour period.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• 3-5 years inventory control experience
• 3-5 years’ experience in a distribution or manufacturing environment preferably with a WMS system and inventory management
• Strong people skills with the ability to influence others at all levels
• Self-confident and professional in interaction with others
• Self-motivated with strong work ethic
• Able to work various shift schedules
• Demonstrated ability to solve problems
• Strong analytical skills
• Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma experience is a plus
• Knowledge of SAP
• Experience in maintaining safety programs and developing ergonomic solutions

Newell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL) is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well-known brands, including Rubbermaid, Sharpie, Graco, Coleman, Rubbermaid Commercial Products, Yankee Candle, Paper Mate, FoodSaver, Dymo, EXPO, Elmer’s, Oster, NUK, Spontex and Campingaz. We are focused on delighting consumers by lighting up everyday moments. Newell Brands and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.