Warehouse and Logistics - Inventory Specialist

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Responsibilities:

The Warehouse and Logistics - Inventory Specialist is responsible for the execution of all tasks related to inventory control within the warehouse and logistical areas. Such activities include inventory cycle count planning, inventory discrepancy monitoring, monitoring of minimum stock on site and scheduling of transportation to move material to and from the site. This role ensures that all inventory related activities are conducted correctly, and in compliance with site and corporate level governance procedures.

Key Objectives / Deliverables:

·       The Inventory Specialist will work with warehouse supervisors to ensure appropriate inventory counts are issued and executed.

·       Ensure that Inventory Management data is collected, maintained and monitored daily and share any concerns with Process Team Daily meeting.

·       Verify the accuracy of the inventory data in SAP EWM, monitor the stock exchanges between MES and EWM and address discrepancies.

·       Evaluate system inventory reports to determine storage capacity, inventory status and take appropriate action to replenish material to the Concord site when needed.

·       Schedule and book transportation to move material to and from the Concord site in collaboration with Supply Chain based on site needs.

·       Complete all inventory movement (Goods Receipt, Goods Issue) related to the movement of material between External Warehouses.

·       Maintain all required documentation associated with inventory management activities.

·       Assist in the development and review of IM procedures, equipment, and processes. Monitor the floor, observe practices vs procedures, escalate differences, discuss situations. Escalate these situations to WH&L Manager.

·       Coordinating inventory counts requirements to support needs with cross functional leadership.

·       Support the implementation of LeanSix Sigma, operational excellence or any other project aimed at improving the efficiency and/or productivity of site IM processes. 

·       Identify areas of opportunity for operational improvements and assist in implementation (e.g. procedure, equipment, or ticket changes).

·       Ensure compliance with the procedures of the company and other regulatory agencies.

·       Evaluate system inventory reports to determine storage capacity and take appropriate action to replenish material to the Concord site.·       Recommend improvements and changes in departmental processes.

·       Promote a culture of compliance, ensuring compliance of the WH&L work team with site and company IM policies.

·       Monitor execution, observe practices vs. procedures, provide feedback to staff and escalate differences to the WH&L Associate Director.

·       Participate in audits and inventory review meetings that have been identified, and complete audit action items.

·       Participate in non-compliance investigations and root cause analyzes to observations associated with IM activities.

·       Provide training to shift supervisors and material handlers in inventory management transactions.

Basic Requirements:

Education:

·       Minimum education: High School Diploma or GED

Experience:

·       Previous inventory management experience with SAP is required.

·       Previous EWM experience is preferred.

·       Previous Inventory Management experience in a pharmaceutical environment preferred.

Additional Skills/Preferences:

·       High degree of initiative, leadership, and responsibility.

·       Ability to understand and demonstrate the practical use of Good Manufacturing Practices and Good Documentation Practices.

·       Exercise good judgment in special situations and escalate appropriately according to written procedures.

·       Good verbal, written communication and presentation skills.

·       Ability to enter and collect data from various computerized systems.

·       Ability to handle multiple priorities. Ability to meet required deadlines while working in a rapidly changing environment.

·       Good interpersonal relationship skills.

·       Attention to details.

·       Ability to work with different computerized systems such as: TRACKWISE ®, Microsoft Office, PMX, SAP, EWM etc.

Additional Information:

·       Availability to provide support on weekends, holidays shifts and after regular business hours when necessary.

·       Availability to engage in domestic or international travel.

This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the job requirements at the time it was prepared.  The job requirements of any position may change over time and may include additional responsibilities not specifically described in the job description.

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Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location.  The anticipated wage for this position is

Full-time equivalent employees also will be eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance). In addition, Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees, including eligibility to participate in a company-sponsored 401(k); pension; vacation benefits; eligibility for medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts); life insurance and death benefits; certain time off and leave of absence benefits; and well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities).Lilly reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion and Lilly’s compensation practices and guidelines will apply regarding the details of any promotion or transfer of Lilly employees.

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