Stock Room Coordinator (Finance)

Job Description:

Stockroom Coordinator

Royal Canin

920 Arctic Drive

Lebanon, TN

Key Responsibilities:

• Sourcing of parts from OEM and/or 3rd party suppliers
• Purchase of parts using Mars purchasing systems: 1NAV, Pcard
• Handle the shipping & receiving of parts.
• Responsible for stocking and managing inventory levels of spares and ordered parts.
• If required handle the return to supplier.
• Manage the disposition of parts that become obsolete.
• Perform daily cycle counts accurately and efficiently in order to maintain Inventory Accuracy and Stockroom Service Level.
• Manage the stockroom inventory levels in accordance with the budget.
• New item setup in eMaint.
• Operate and organize a tidy stockroom.
• Drive continuous improvement in through a site Stockroom Strategy in accordance with MSE (Mars Supply Excellence)
• Review Re-Order report for accuracy of inventory levels.
• Create parts criticality (ABC) process with maintenance & operations teams.
• Report out and manage stockroom KPI's (inventory turns, inventory value, top 10 consumed parts, min/max quantities, emergency procurements, stockouts
• Partner with and drive kitting process for planned & preventive work.
• Design and optimize the stockroom's physical layout through 5S principles Visual Workplace
• Understands principles of inventory control.
• Will be expected to become an eMaint (CMMS - computerized maintenance management system) superuser and functional expert for parts purchasing and inventory control.
• Lead the plant PM (Planned Maintenance) function in their respective department specifically the Stockroom DMS.
• As a contributing resource, perform job kitting, staging and delivery to increase maintenance group efficiencies.
• Be able to develop best practices for the area and ensure best practices are followed.
• Be a resource to plant associates in searching for parts/equipment which are stored in the stockroom required for a particular use or machine.
• Utilize computer system to update and maintain item history, vendors and quality information.
• Oversee the stock KPI's/Metrics and adhere to all workflow process and procedures defined by MSE.
• Be able to coach and mentor a stockroom assistant.
• Performs all assigned activities & job tasks within the area.
• Perform basic storeroom responsibilities
• As a team member, the individual has direct responsibility and accountability for stockroom operations, cycle counts, stock room inventory reduction and part kitting for all planned jobs.

Context & Scope - How the job gets done.

• This is a role with high customer focus. The primary responsibility is to improve efficiency within the Maintenance Department, reduce costs, and reducing downtime through parts availability and management of those assets.
• Shows up with a "total ownership" mindset. Be willing to learn and engage in other functional groups to support them and your development.
• Needs to be very organized and performs their duties with a process mindset.
• Demonstrated ability to work well in a team environment, taking initiative with team along with other team members to train, motivate and solve problems.
• Demonstrated ability for communication, verbally and written, along with good listening and organizing skills.
• Shows initiative in self and team development, is reliable, uses time wisely and is willing to accept change.

Job Qualifications:

• High school degree or equivalent; In-house training required. Completion of certification program may be required.

• Some previous experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Lifting 25lbs.

• Possess basic computer skills, knowledge of simple programs such as Excel and Word.
• Self-Development: Ability to learn additional skills and develop in role with additional responsibilities.
• Applies some advanced skills to the position or specialization.
• Must have strong computer skills with MS Office and ERP systems (i.e. Maximo, SAP, eMaint, 1NAV etc.)
• Resolves most questions and problems and refers only the most complex issues to higher levels.
• Works under minimal supervision. May assist in orienting and training lower-level employees.
• Consistently perform without supervision, all MRO parts transactions in MANMAN, 1NAV, and AIDC systems in accordance with Mars Manufacturing Best Practices.
• Ability to maintain stockroom security and safeguard inventory accuracy.
• Basic understanding of a parts catalog and their use in locating parts by performing ad hoc queries using the computer.

Key Mars Leadership Competencies

• Dealing w/ Ambiguity: Can effectively cope with change; can shift gears comfortably; can decide and act without having the total picture; isn't upset when things are up in the air; doesn't have to finish things before moving on; can comfortably handle risk and uncertainty.
• Drive for results: Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully; is constantly and consistently one of the top performers; very bottom-line oriented; steadfastly pushes self and others for results.
• Action Oriented: enjoys working hard, is full of energy for the things he/she sees as challenging, seizes more opportunities than others.
• Peer Relationships: Can quickly find common ground and solve problems for the good of all; can solve problems with peers with a minimum of noise; is seen as a team player and is cooperative; easily gains trust and support of peers; encourages collaboration; can be candid with peers.
• Optimizes Work Processes: Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.

Key Functional Competencies & Technical Skills:

• Experience setting up a new stockroom or experience redesigning/optimizing an existing stockroom.
• Experience creating stockroom processes.
• Experience using SAP Plant Mx, eMaint, or Maximo.
• Strong computer skills using MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
• Has experience in vendor relations.

Financial Budget/Impact

• Stockroom Inventory value of $3M+
• Stockroom Inventory quantify of 10k + line Items.
• Annual MRO budget of $5M+

Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.