Inventory Logistics Job Description
Inventory logistics
provides accurate inventory reports using tools such as e-TOC, AES Webscan and Microsoft Excel.
Inventory Logistics Duties & Responsibilities
To write an effective inventory logistics job description, begin by listing detailed duties, responsibilities and expectations. We have included inventory logistics job description templates that you can modify and use.
Sample responsibilities for this position include:
Build relationships, liaise and negotiate with couriers and forwarders, to ensure best rates are being secured for the business
Apply statistical analysis and business knowledge to optimize inventory parameter setting
Manage and control Inventory levels in line with targets, while supporting business needs
Actively organize and participate in quarterly inventory/business reviews with heads of departments to ensure Inventory levels and product mix are aligned to both budgetary and sales requirements
Assist Manager’s initiative in supporting SOX controls related to inventory management including Pulse check, ICAR, WM-SAP reporting for accuracy/integrity
Ensures plasma and Cinryze is maintained in a state of compliance throughout the shipping from donor centers to warehouse
Maintains inventory control of plasma at the warehouse
Implement robust transportation and distribution strategies from each of the collection centers to the warehouse
Ensure proper receipt, storage and shipment procedures
Develop and implement PSTA data and labels for new collection sites
Inventory Logistics Qualifications
Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.
Licensing or Certifications for Inventory Logistics
List any licenses or certifications required by the position: APICS, CPIM, ISM, IATA, DOT, ISO, SAP, S/4HANA, LEAN, 9000
Education for Inventory Logistics
Typically a job would require a certain level of education.
Employers hiring for the inventory logistics job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as Bachelor's and Associate Degree in Business, Management, Education, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Associates, Business/Administration, Business/Management, Accounting, Finance
Skills for Inventory Logistics
Desired skills for inventory logistics include:
Applications and technologies
Business
Computers
DoD DFAR 252.211-7003
Excel
How computers systems interact and network
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Office applications
PowerPoint
SAP
Desired experience for inventory logistics includes:
Lead inventory & logistics projects with all BRS governance processes by providing timely and accurate input to budgeting & planning exercises
Experience in complex modelling and analysis
Coordinate exports from DC to clients
Must have past experience in apparel companies shipping all local and chain stores
Data entry order/shipments get routing for all customers
Route All orders according to the Shipping Guide
Inventory Logistics Examples
1
Inventory Logistics Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is hiring for an inventory logistics. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for inventory logistics
- Apply policies to determine and maintain store stock assortments
- Contribute to standards to track and monitor inventory results relative to objectives
- Coordinate with supply and demand planning to update key inventory parameters that drive the planning and execution systems
- Manage maintenance of control system for inventoried items for all stock keeping locations
- Establish guidelines for stock levels and status decisions
- Develop and communicate inventory management policies and procedures
- Coordinate inventory control activities with other company functions impacting inventory control problems and develop solutions to maintain targeted inventory accuracy
- Insure maintenance of accurate inventory records and timely inventory audits at all stock keeping locations
- Responsibility for maintenance of import documentation in accordance with guidelines set by CBP for import and record keeping compliance
- Lead and/or participate on continuous improvement initiatives Routinely inform and communicate with employee’s changes in procedures or policies arising from Inventory controls, SOX or Trade compliance changes
Qualifications for inventory logistics
- Knowledge in EDI
- Experience with shipping to Chain and Specialty Stores
- Candidate must be a quick learner and demonstrate ability to work with minimal supervision
- Must be well organized and pay close attention to detail
- 3-5 years of office experience is required
- Ability to work independently and in a team in warehouse and manufacturing environments
2
Inventory Logistics Job Description
Job Description Example
Our growing company is hiring for an inventory logistics. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for inventory logistics
- Continually try to improve and develop business performance
- Work in multiple inventory control application to reconcile audit results and submit cycle counts
- Administer and maintain new and existing distribution and inventory procedures
- Communicate department procedures to all Logistics/Inventory Employees
- Assist with implementation and training on bar coding at all facilities
- Maintain and update procedures for material handling
- Train all Logistics/Inventory Employees on Inventory Procedure Manuals
- Assist in plant inventory audits
- Generate inventory reports to maintain inventory accuracy
- Monitor compliance and regulations for NAFTA – investing shipments and completing documentation
Qualifications for inventory logistics
- Travels occasionally to plasma centers, transportation supplier and distribution center in the US
- A least 8 years of working experience in Gas Turbine/Aviation Industry
- Ability to lift product up to 75 lbs
- Inventory control & related warehouse experiences are preferred
- Strong math, analytical & counting skills strongly preferred
- A valid driver’s license & good driving record is preferred
3
Inventory Logistics Job Description
Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is looking to fill the role of inventory logistics. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for inventory logistics
- Investigate and review and audit freight bills and payments
- Handle expedited shipments for all WRMD locations
- Assist all WRMD facilities with transportation needs
- Provide cost estimates for all modes of transport
- Provide project pricing and work with carriers and facilities to execute projects
- Provide daily tracking updates
- Manage/Lead projects from various locations for all modes of transit
- Monitor monthly freight spend and provide reports to Logistics Manager
- Process parcels (FedEx/UPS/USPS) jobs for all locations
- Issue purchase orders for supplies and replenishment of stock
Qualifications for inventory logistics
- Must be dependable & have a strong history of work &/or school verifiable by references
- Knowledge of Syspro (advantageous), or other Production/Manufacturing Management system
- Review all projects with management and update as needed
- Assist in getting the required MSDS’s for customer products, updating records as necessary
- Must work independently with internal and external customers to achieve company goals
- Execute inventory strategies to maximize sales and profits
4
Inventory Logistics Job Description
Job Description Example
Our growing company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of inventory logistics. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for inventory logistics
- Develop & publish forecast and production plans that assure requirements are met to support our customer
- Act as key contributor to the implementation of the 'Final Mile' application, a new warehouse and delivery optimization tool
- Compile and document software or process issues as they relate to Operations or Inventory Control
- Coordination with requestors in resolving any hold factors inhibiting the placing of purchase orders and meeting company commitments
- Purchase of Items which include
- Meeting delivery dates on Purchase Orders and to ensure the closure of open purchase order upon receipt
- Receive all materials/packages and transact receipt in the ERP/WARP Receiving system
- Issue material against approved paperwork such as affixing verification and traceability on required serialized parts before issuing
- Monitor flight inventory of depleted items and purge defective or unusable items, such as those items that are damaged or expired
- Organized and detailed management of genotyping samples
Qualifications for inventory logistics
- Live, model and teach Our Core Values and Our Leadership Contract
- Must have 2+ years of experience in procurement or inventory systems
- Understand shelf-life storage and proper rotation of stock
- Must pass Cape Canaveral Air Force background check
- Possess strong general knowledge of all warehousing operations, with prior work experience to include lead person or supervisory duties, preferably with the Company
- Delivery of material to the genotyping laboratory at the appropriate times
5
Inventory Logistics Job Description
Job Description Example
Our growing company is looking to fill the role of inventory logistics. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for inventory logistics
- Adhering to established protocols and good laboratory practice techniques
- Maintaining detailed record keeping and documentation
- Use of various IT tools to manage day to day work
- Must be a "team player" working directly or indirectly with several employees in our logistics functional areas with other departments with the Product Services Group
- Maintain excellent working relationship with third parties, accountable for production, receipts, shipments, risks and inventory accuracy at multiple 3rd party facilities
- Support ad hoc data mining for projects, presentation, or root cause analysis
- Weekly/Monthly reporting to monitor shrink risk per division and complete RCA to implement preventative measures
- Review and analyze PPV variances associated to inventory transactions and assist in identifying process changes and prevention
- Perform Stock in Transit reconciliation, eliminating open pending financial risk, analyze for trend and ownership
- Transact inventory moves/adjustments related to failed shipments that have not posted systematically to WMS/ERP system
Qualifications for inventory logistics
- Comfort and willingness to learn new IT tools and systems
- Ability to build strong relationships and networks across teams
- BS/BA in a biological, engineering, IT, or related field
- Proficiency with Spotfire or similar visualization software to build process management tools
- Experience troubleshooting commercial or custom software
- Breadth of knowledge towards production process complexities to drive continuous improvements