At Owens & Minor, we are a critical part of the healthcare process. As a Fortune 500 company with 350+ facilities across the US and 22,000 teammates in over 90 countries, we provide integrated technologies, products and services across the full continuum of care. Customers—and their patients—are at the heart of what we do.
Our mission is to empower our customers to advance healthcare, and our success starts with our teammates.
Owens & Minor teammate benefits include:
POSITION SUMMARY
The Inventory Control Lead is responsible for the execution of prescribed tasks and the
assignment of tasks to Inventory Control and Coordinators to ensure completion per published
policy. The Lead is responsible for ensuring warehouse optimization and efficient warehouse
management system settings. The Lead is also responsible for reviewing the Inventory Control
Policy, completing all training, and adhering to the published policy and related procedures.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
1. Provides guidance to Inventory Control Specialists and Inventory Control Cycle Counters
on the execution of inventory control tasks.
2. Creates and maintains efficient and accurate DC‐specific inventory procedures, consistent
with company policy and procedure.
3. Establishes and maintains an operationally efficient and accurate cycle count strategy.
4. Ensures on‐going integrity of high risk sku cycle count execution, frequency, and results
review. Elevates issues as required.
5. Reviews exceptions and errors, reporting material exceptions to Distribution Center and
Finance management, as appropriate.
6. Executes the published warehouse optimization program which ensures that product is
available in the most operationally efficient warehouse locations.
7. Manages product to avoid instances of damage or expiration. As necessary, determines
appropriate disposition of inventory, including any possible avenues for recoup of cost of
goods.
8. Manages activities pertinent to Proactive Cycle Count Program execution, including
variance root cause analysis and permanent corrective action. Coordinates audit
activities specific to on‐site observation.
9. Coordinates all physical inventory warehouse preparation and cutoff activities as required
by PI Instruction documentation. Manage system requirements and control desk
functions, resolve variances, and perform all final reconciliation requirements.
10. Qualifies to execute all essential job functions of an Inventory Control Specialist.
SUPPLEMENTAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
1. Performs additional duties as directed.
Qualifications
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
1. High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred
2. Five years of working experience required
3. Three to five years of inventory control experience required
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES:
1. General PC knowledge with an ability to use spreadsheet, word processing and graphics
presentation software
2. Strong written and verbal communication skills with an ability to translate technical
information to non‐technical users
3. Strong organization and planning skills
4. Strong analytical capabilities with demonstrated skill in evaluating reports, identifying
issues, noting trends, and reporting to management
5. Proven ability to learn new technical tools quickly
6. Familiar with all concepts, practices and procedures of Inventory Control
If you feel this opportunity could be the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply. This position will accept applications on an ongoing basis.
Owens & Minor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, religion, disability, age, status as a veteran, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law.
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