Job Information
Actalent Inventory Control Manager in Hartford, Connecticut
Job Duties
• Manage inventory cycle count program for continuous improvement and inventory accuracy.
• Plan and monitor Work-in-process (WIP) inventory transactions for timeliness and accuracy, while facilitating cost reductions and maintenance of material flow
• Identify and develop strategic areas of opportunity to improve the manufacturing systems' data.
• Develop planning/reporting tools to improve manufacturing response to customer requirements and scheduling needs.
• Communicate with purchasing and other departments in the supply chain to meet the production plan.
• Monitor material availability & launch manufacturing orders as appropriate.
• Drive efforts to reduce past due backlog and improve on time performance at the departmental level and reduce inventory.
• Understand and manage Material Requirements Planning (MRP) tools.
• Participate in improvement efforts to implement Continuous Improvement Processes (CIP).
• Contribute to Engineering Change (EC) implementation.
• Assist with training of inventory control personnel planners, stock clerks, receiving, shipping clerks for "best practices" supporting manufacturing and the production plan
• Reduce obsolescence and ensure that the disposition of all scrap/rework is handled in a timely fashion.
Qualifications
BS degree or equivalent business experience
Must have five to ten years' experience in a manufacturing environment working in a purchasing, cost-accounting, or inventory management function.
Strong computer, organizational skills and leadership skills required
Ability to communicate both written and orally
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.