Inventory Control Specialist

HME has been creating innovative products for the drive-thru and pro-audio industries since 1971. From the very beginning, we've known these solutions would never have happened without the customer-focused people who make up our company. HME has a team environment with a culture of collaboration, learning, and growth. With subsidiaries located in California, Missouri, Canada, UK, India, and China, companies around the world depend on HME for clear, reliable communication solutions. From setting the standard for drive-thru headsets and timer systems in the quick service restaurant (QSR) industry to developing professional audio equipment used in the Olympic Games, HME strives to create the newest, most innovative products on the market while providing quality care and attention to its customers. At HME you will have the opportunity to learn and grow while developing our future products. Come join our team!

We are currently recruiting for an Inventory Control Specialist. 

What you will do in the position:

• Inventory Duties
  
  • Schedules Cycle Counts and Inventory Audits performed to written policies and procedures
  • Monitors material transactions procedures through inventory trail diagnosis and multi warehouse inventory levels through weekly reporting
  • Performs independent stock audits to ensure inventory levels are properly maintained during transaction processes and corporate Cycle Count Program
  • Serves as the reliable source to oversee and maintain inventory transaction processes and their adherence
  • Works with Supervisors to ensure bin sizing meets replenishment levels
• Reporting Duties
  
  • Creates and maintains current metrics with reporting on cycle count accuracy
  • Performs project updates and runs reports and files in accordance with policy
• Project Duties
  
  • Maintains and supports projects related to inventory in an organized manner
  • Communicates scope of project to managers and stockroom team
  • Creates a stocking plan based on inventory levels
  • Ensures inventory is easily accessible
  • Maintains a well-organized stocking plan
• Work Area Maintenance
  
  • Maintain a safe, clean, and efficient work area
  • Inspects assigned aisles per department guidelines
  • Leads department Gemba walk with Supervisors and Managers
• Process Documentation
  
  • Maintains Cycle Count Policy and ensure policy is up to date with current process
  • Ensures all QMP’s, SOP’s, and work instructions are up to date with current process
• Administrative
  
  • Manages time wisely
  • Works as a member of the team
  • Maintains good attendance in accordance with company guidelines
  • Adheres to all Company health and safety policies and procedures
  • Monitors department email and provides timely responses
  • Utilizes department reports to maximize accuracy of inventory
  • Provides excellent customer service to all departments and employees

What you will need to succeed:

• Qualifications
  
  • Required
    
    • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
    • Intermediate computer skills (Outlook, Microsoft Office Suite, Teams, Training software)
    • Strong attention to detail
    • Enhanced math and analytical skills utilizing Excel
    • Good time management and organization skills
    • Advance knowledge of Inventory Control Principles – Cycle Counting, Kanban Management, Independent Audits
    • Knowledge of continuous improvement, root cause and Lean principles
    • Desire for continuous improvement and growth
    • Ability to work within a deadline under pressure and handle interruptions
    • AX Experience
  • Preferred
    
    • PowerBi experience
• Experience
  • 3 years related experience
• Education
  • AA Degree (2 years college)
• Travel: 5%

The posted pay range, $23.79 - $31.73/hr, is what we reasonably expect to pay for the role. This may vary depending on experience and other factors. Our benefits package includes tuition reimbursement; 3 weeks paid vacation your first year, paid holidays, medical, vision, and dental coverage, pet insurance, life insurance, and 401K contributions.

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee will occasionally lift and move up to 10 pounds, 50 pounds with assistance.