Lead Inventory Control Specialist 1st Shift

This is a full-time role for our 1st shift, working Monday to Friday from 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM. This is a set, consistent schedule with minimum overtime requirements and based on site in our Sugar Land, TX location. This is a safety sensitive position that may be subject to random drug testing, in accordance with applicable laws. What the Title Does Each Day:

• Manage indirect supply Kanban levels and site usage requirements; submit requisitions for supply orders to the Purchasing department
• Rotates stock in accordance with "FEFO" First-Expired, First-out procedure. Notifies leadership of any shortages of supplies
• Leads physical inventories and/or cycle counts to maintain accurate inventory control
• Work closely with Planning and Purchasing on projections and forecasting to ensure sufficient on hand inventory
• Perform weekly audits of Infor picking transactions
• Monitor inventory to reduce waste, prevent production schedule changes/shortages/stoppages
• Assemble and analyze data pertinent to inventory management, purchase history, indirect supply usage, and vendor delivery performance
• Assist with determining operational minimum and maximum safety stock levels
• Track and monitor raw material expiration dating; Provide “Expiry Report” to the Supply Chain team monthly for evaluation of material usage prior to expiry
• Review and escalate transactional errors for correction
• Lead inventory discrepancy investigations to identify root causes and prevent future transaction errors, escalate findings to Finance
• Work with finance team on cycle count posting and communication of transactional analysis
• Assist in warehouse team meetings and training to support transactional accuracy
• Track incoming deliveries and work with the Purchasing team to provide delivery updates to the Warehouse regarding large incoming shipments, controlled substance deliveries, and other deliveries that require special or additional receiving processing
• Communicate and arrange site to site transfers as needed to prevent production schedule changes/shortages/stoppages
• Identify excess inventory and assist with material return to vendors as needed due to process/usage changes
• Other duties as assigned

Our Most Successful Title:

• Sense of urgency, accountability, and resourcefulness (e.g., work in changing environment)
• Self-starter, independent learner
• Communication: Promotes active listening with team members; Contributes appropriately to conversations; Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work effectively with other departments within the organization and with people at all levels of the organization
• Problem Solving: Understands how various issues affect each other and the outcome of projects; Improves upon existing approaches by seeking opportunities to creatively transform
• AS400 and INFOR or other ERP experience highly desired
• Efficiency with MS Office suite

Minimum Requirements for this Role:

• Legally authorized to work in the job posting country
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, or related field preferred
• 3-5 years' experience in Supply Chain or other relevant work experience
• Experience in Inventory management and reduction related projects such as establishing Kanbans, VMI (Vendor Managed Inventory) and cycle counting required
• Analytical and system proficiency with abilities to apply outcomes of analyses
• Proficiency using MS office applications, including Word and Excel
• Extensive experience using an ERP system required, INFOR experience preferred
• Previous team leading/management experience required
• Ability to sit and/or stand 8 hours or more per day if needed
• Ability to manipulate necessary office equipment, computer software, hardware & equipment
• Ability to perform the following physical activities: stooping, reaching, standing, grasping, walking, feeling, talking, and hearing
• Must be able to handle cases up to 50 lbs

Benefits of Working at Quva:

• Set, full-time, consistent work schedule
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including medical, dental and vision
• 401k retirement program with company match
• 17 paid days off plus 8 paid holidays per year
• Occasional weekend and overtime opportunities with advance notice
• National, industry-leading high growth company with future career advancement opportunities