The Erlanger Inventory Leader position is responsible for all inventory control aspects in the Erlanger Distribution Center. This includes tasks associated with receiving, put away, proper material storage, RSP audits and inventory reporting. The Inventory Leader also manages site level strategic initiatives, owns consumable expense accounts, and Oracle WMS enhancement and issue resolution. The Inventory Leader also leads projects and activities associated with the Supply Chain Connected Flow initiative and inventory improvements.Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities
Responsible for all aspects of inventory accuracy, adjustments, and transactional error corrections. Works directly with Material Handler Inventory team on day-to-day tasks.
Responsible for Erlanger projects and activities aligned with the Supply Chain Connected Flow initiative.
Owns consumable packaging material management, purchasing and expense accounts associated with these items.
Develop technical expertise on use of WMS, IMPACT, and Process Weaver.
Responsible for reporting out Oracle WMS issues, working with support team on corrective actions and initiating WMS enhancements.
Owns site contingency planning and readiness.
Responsible for material storage optimization and warehouse layout.
Responsible for inventory audits for non-GE owned Material.
Supports and owns site strategies both operationally and financially.
Ownership of KPIs and development of metrics.
Identifies & drives problem solving
Participates in and leads shop improvement projects/events.
Participates in and/or leads daily and weekly operating meetings and rhythms.
Maintain strong interpersonal relationships within union environment.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university (or a high school diploma/GED with a minimum of 4 years’ experience in a warehousing, logistics or manufacturing environment)
A minimum of 5 years of experience in a warehousing, logistics or manufacturing environment
Desired Characteristics
- Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn
- Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively
- Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed
- Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative
- Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems
- Experience leading continuous improvement efforts
- Ability to execute on priorities with minimal guidance
GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.
GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its affiliates each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes