Job Description

Summary:
The Inbound / Inventory Control 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.

Position Expectations

• Manage a team of 6 to 8 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.
• 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 DC 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; order DC supplies and goods as needed.
• Supervise all forklift operations.
• Maintain warehouse and machinery, ensuring equipment is serviced regularly.
• 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 free of clean and organized ensuring there are no safety hazards.
• Perform any aspect of Distribution Center Associate role as necessary to achieve objectives, as well as other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
To perform this role successfully, an individual must demonstrate regular, predictable attendance and be able to meet each expectation at a satisfactory level. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability necessary for satisfactory performance. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate or bachelor's degree in supply chain, operations, business, or related field beneficial.
• 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).

Preferred Qualifications

• Forklift experience.
• Familiarity with an ERP or related software beneficial.
• Knowledge of inventory and supply chain management.

Other Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Valid driver's license (only if driving company vehicles).
• 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, organizational skills 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.
• Desire to continuously learn and grow.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in a warehouse environment.
• Ability to stand, move, squat, and climb continuously for up to 8 hours at a time.
• Ability to lift and move at least 30 pounds on a regular basis.
• Ability to lift and move at least 50 pounds on occasion.

The above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of staff members so classified.

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.

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