What are the responsibilities and job description for the Inventory Coordinator position at KSM Electronics Inc?
The Inventory Coordinator is responsible for maintaining inventory accuracy, supporting production operations, and ensuring proper inventory control throughout the facility. This role performs cycle counts, inventory audits, ERP transactions, material verification, and inventory reconciliations while working closely with Production, Purchasing, Warehouse, and Production Control teams to ensure material availability and data integrity.
**We are an ITAR facility and hire only US persons who are defined as US citizens or green card holders.**
Responsibilities:
Conducts cycle counts and physical inventory audits to maintain inventory accuracy.
Verifies inventory records against physical stock and investigate discrepancies.
Processes inventory adjustments and corrections within the ERP system.
Captures and records scrap material transactions from Production and Warehouse activities.
Performs BOM-related inventory adjustments and bonded part reconciliations.
Audits inventory location transfers, including inbound and outbound movements.
Verifies and supports material picking activities for production orders.
Confirms BOM usage and accuracy of materials issued to production.
Monitors inventory levels and identify shortages or replenishment needs.
Validates part costs and maintain accurate bin and storage location information.
Generates and analyzes inventory reports to identify trends and discrepancies.
Supports Production Control by assisting with work order transactions and data entry.
Maintains inventory traceability, labeling, and compliance with company procedures.
Collaborates with Production, Purchasing, Quality, and Warehouse teams to resolve inventory issues.
Supports annual physical inventories, audits, and other duties assigned by management.
Performs other annual duties as assigned by supervisor or management.
Skills and Competencies:
- Good computer and analytical skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
- Working knowledge of inventory and MRP/ERP system, including Bill of Material (BoM) documents.
- Ability to multitask and work independently.
- Detail oriented with the ability to work in a fast paced environment without compromising accuracy.
- Demonstrated superior organizational skills, communication skills, and professionalism.
Education/Experience:
High school diploma or equivalency with CPIM and/or CPM certification ?or- High school diploma or equivalency with 3 years of warehouse/stock room and logistics experience.
Associate's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or related field preferred.
2 - 5 years of experience and/or training in Logistics & Warehouse or related field.
Minimum of 2 years of inventory control, warehouse, materials, or supply chain experience preferred.
Trained to operate motorized forklift equipment and manual pallet jacks.