Inventory Supervisor

Inventory Supervisor-Northlake, IL

The Inventory Supervisor is responsible for the inventory function for the production and/or warehouse facility. Direct supervisor over inventory clerks and coordinators.

Position Responsibilities:

• Submit request for materials, prepare purchase orders, track purchases and supplies
• Schedule incoming and outgoing shipments both intercompany and external suppliers
• Work with operations team to review inventory strategies for maximum efficiencies
• Manage damage and returned product
• Monitor Inventory expiration dates for obsolesce avoidance and provide corrective action.
• Manage distressed inventory and short dated product
• Responsible for inventory/material dispositions
• Monitor completeness, accuracy, and compliance during inventory transactions.
• Oversee purchase orders, data entry, and shipping and receiving of materials
• Lead and supervise inventory team, resolving problems, conducting training and setting schedules.
• Track, audit, and ensure adequate supply of inventory throughout the organization.
• Lead the planning/organization of physical inventories
• Act as a liaison to other departments (Systems/Purchasing/Production)
• Communicate with production team about current stock and potential issues with orders
• Conduct daily analyses to forecast potential inventory issues
• Report on inventory activities and variances
• Conduct and report on inventory cycle counts
• Develop and implement inventory control procedures and best practices
• Confidence, integrity and an autonomous mindset with the ability to work independently and strive to win, even in challenging environments
• Ability to comprehend and follow work instructions and calibrate instrumentation
• Team-player attitude with well-developed interpersonal skills and comfort in a cross-functional, multi-cultural environment.
• Mechanical orientation with the ability to solve problems and implement change

• $70,000- $80,000 / year
• Actual placement within the compensation range may vary depending on experience, skills, and other factors 
• Benefits, subject to election and eligibility: Medical, Dental and Vision, Paid Time Off, 401(k) program with employer match, Child & Elder Care, Adoption Benefits, Paid Parental Leave, Fertility Benefits, Employee Resource Groups, Breastmilk Shipping Services, Dependent Scholarship Program, Education Assistance, Employee Assistance Program, Personalized Wellness Platform and more!
• Annual bonus based on performance and eligibility

• 2 years of demonstrated leadership experience in warehouse/distribution center operations preferred
• 2 years of experience in inventory control  
• 2 years of experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• 2 years of experience using SAP or a similar system

Keurig Dr Pepper (NASDAQ: KDP) is a leading beverage company in North America, with a portfolio of more than 125 owned, licensed and partner brands and powerful distribution capabilities to provide a beverage for every need, anytime, anywhere. We operate with a differentiated business model and world-class brand portfolio, powered by a talented and engaged team that is anchored in our values. We work with big, exciting beverage brands and the #1 single-serve coffee brewing system in North America at KDP, and we have fun doing it!

Together, we have built a leading beverage company in North America offering hot and cold beverages together at scale. Whatever your area of expertise, at KDP you can be a part of a team that’s proud of its brands, partnerships, innovation, and growth. Will you join us?

We strive to be an employer of choice, providing a culture and opportunities that empower our team of ~29,000 employees to grow and develop. We offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being. We also provide employee programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development, while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and appreciated at work.

Keurig Dr Pepper is an equal opportunity employer and recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability or association with a person with a disability, medical condition, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

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