What are the responsibilities and job description for the Warehouse & Inventory Specialist position at Celanese?
As the Warehouse and Inventory Specialist, you will play a crucial role in managing warehouse operational oversight and ensuring efficient inventory control. You will collaborate with third-party warehouses, oversee inventory processes, and contribute to the overall success of our logistics operations to ensure key internal and external customer metrics are met.
Responsibilities:
Warehouse Management:- Operational Relationships: Build and maintain strong partnerships with third-party warehouses, ensuring smooth communication and efficient processes. Establish Quarterly Business Reviews and ensure KPI metrics are being met.
- Inventory: Oversee Post Goods Issue/Receipt performance and ensure accurate inventory counts and timely reporting for SOX controls.
- Space Optimization: Maximize warehouse space utilization while adhering to safety guidelines.
- Quality Control: Implement quality checks to maintain performance accuracy and efficiency. Support tactical logistics team on high severity quality notifications.
- Monthly and Quarterly Audits: Conduct regular inventory audits to verify accuracy and identify discrepancies.
- Stock Replenishment: Monitor stock levels and coordinate concerns with S&OP and Business Lines when needed.
- Obsolete Inventory Management: Raise awareness to S&OP address obsolete or slow-moving inventory.
- Cycle Counts: Perform periodic cycle counts to maintain inventory accuracy.
- Efficiency Enhancement: Continuously evaluate warehouse processes and recommend improvements.
- Technology Utilization: Leverage inventory management systems (including SAP) and tools to streamline operations.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate records related to inventory movements and transactions.
- Cross-Functional Coordination: Collaborate with other teams (such as procurement, sales, and finance) to align inventory management with business goals.
- Training and Development: Train warehouse leadership on inventory best practices and safety protocols.
Qualifications:
- Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's degree in logistics, supply chain management, or a related field (preferred).
- Experience: Logistics, warehouse operations/management, inventory control, or supply chain a plus
- Strong communication and crisis management skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel for data analysis).
- Familiarity with SAP preferred or similar ERP systems.
- Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
- Leadership and team management skills.
- For end of year physical inventory activities at various sites and as needed for projects.