Company Description

At Fortune Brands Innovations, we believe that our innovation and success are fueled by the passion of our people and the strength of our teams.

Together, we work to fulfill dreams of home by aligning around common goals, being agile in the face of change, holding ourselves accountable, and acting with integrity and transparency.

We succeed when everyone belongs and strive to build a Home for All where all associates can be their true, authentic selves at work.

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Job Description

The Inventory Control Associate will work onsite at our Sanford manufacturing plant Mon-Fri and be responsible for :

Inventory Accuracy

• Lead all departments to schedule and execute cycle counts in the Sanford warehouses and production facility.
• Lead efficient and timely reconciliation as well as root cause analysis of cycle count processes and results.
• Identify and implement process improvement opportunities related to cycle counts, inventory variances, transactional accuracy, material flow, and training needs.
• Collaborate with Production supervision to align resources to execute efficient and accurate cycle counts.
• Create, implement, monitor, and improve metrics relating to cycle counts, transactional, and inventory accuracy.
• Responsible for creation and documentation of work instructions and SOP’s for SAP transactions and cycle count processes.
• Main point of contact and reconciler for over shorts and under shorts
• Keeps accurate measure of warehouse capacity
• Manages Fed-Ex needs of facility

Training

• Create, implement, and lead training for all Material Handlers, Shipping / Receiving, and Warehouse personnel ( 25 hourly associates).
• Selects or develops teaching aids such as training handbooks, demonstration models, multimedia visual aids, computer tutorials and reference works.
• Analyze ERP transaction history to evaluate effectiveness of training and determine future needs.
• Reports on progress of employees under guidance during training periods.
• Maintains trainee personnel records.
• Create, implement, and lead new hire orientation training, and approval for SAP access.
• Create, implement, and lead training for cycle counts and inventory processes.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 1 year of experience in inventory management; manufacturing / distribution operations preferred.
• SAP experience required.
• Excel proficiency required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 1-3 years in a leadership role is preferred.
• Proven leadership skills team building, collaboration, communication, and self-starter with a sense of urgency are required.

Ability to provide leadership direction, focus and development are required.

Additional Information

At Fortune Brands Innovations, we support the overall health and wellness of our associates by offering comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates’ unique needs.

This includes robust health plans, a market-leading 401(k) program with a company contribution, product discounts, flexible time off benefits (including half-day summer Fridays per policy), inclusive fertility / adoption benefits, and more.

We offer numerous ERGs (Employee Resource Groups) to support inclusivity and our associates’ feeling of belonging at work.

Fortune Brands Innovation (FBIN) is built on industry-leading brands and innovation within our operating segments : water, outdoors and security.

We have an impressive track record of strong financial results, market outperformance and growth, which translates into career and professional growth opportunities for associates.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

FBIN is an equal opportunity employer. FBIN evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability / handicap status, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Reasonable Accommodations

FBIN is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please contact us at and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.

Last updated : 2024-04-25