What are the responsibilities and job description for the Warehouse Inventory Manager position at KBI Biopharma?
Key Responsibilities:
KBI Biopharma, Inc. is an EEO/AA employer and actively seeks to diversify its work force. Therefore, all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status, are strongly encouraged to apply.
I understand that neither the completion of this application nor any other part of my consideration for employment establishes any obligation for KBI Biopharma, Inc. to hire me. If I am hired, I understand that either KBI Biopharma, Inc. or I can terminate my employment at any time and for any reason, with or without cause and without prior notice. I understand that no representative of KBI Biopharma, Inc. has the authority to make any assurance to the contrary.
I attest with my signature below that I have given to KBI Biopharma, Inc. true and complete information on this application. No requested information has been concealed. I authorize KBI Biopharma, Inc. to contact references provided for employment reference checks. If any information I have provided is untrue, or if I have concealed material information, I understand that this will constitute cause for the denial of employment or immediate dismissal.
- Manage daily warehouse operations, ensuring efficient inventory control and storage of raw materials, intermediates, and finished products.
- Oversee inventory accuracy through regular audits (Internal KBI/JSR Corporate & Private Party) and reconciliation processes, utilizing inventory management software and ERP/WMS (ASCTrac/SAP/Great Plains) systems.
- Ensure compliance with all (JSOX/SOX) regulatory requirements and internal policies related to GMP/non-GMP inventory management and storage.
- Develop and implement best practices for inventory handling, storage, and distribution, focusing on safety and quality across all three North Carolina KBI warehouse sites (PAT/HAM/VEN) and off-site storage locations with 3PL partners.
- Collaborate with finance, planning, production, quality assurance, and procurement teams to forecast inventory needs and manage stock levels effectively.
- Prepare and present reports to management on inventory performance and areas for improvement.
- Lead, train, coach, develop and supervise warehouse personnel, fostering a culture of safety and accountability.
- Conduct performance evaluations and provide feedback to team members.
- Analyze inventory data to identify trends and make informed decisions regarding stock levels, inventory storage strategy, scrapping of expired inventory as well as forecasting expiring inventory and procurement strategies.
- Coordinate with logistics providers for timely shipping and receiving of materials and products.
- Maintain accurate records of inventory transactions, including receipts, transfers, and shipments.
- Develop and create standard operating procedures as well as responding to Deviations, CAPA's and Change Controls.
- Material handling and disposition of Hazardous and non-Hazardous materials for following regulated practices for different waste streams.
- Lead Inventory warehouse projects and continuous improvement initiatives that may include cross-functional teams.
- Develop and implement best practices for warehouse operations to enhance efficiency, safety, and accuracy and analyze existing processes to identify opportunities for automation and improvement.
- Develop contingency plans to address potential disruptions in inventory supply or warehouse operations.
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Proven experience as a Warehouse Inventory Manager or in a similar role, preferably within pharmaceutical manufacturing.
- Strong knowledge of inventory management principles and regulatory requirements in the pharmaceutical industry.
- Proficiency in warehouse management systems (WMS) and ERP software.
- Proficiency in MS Office applications and BI tools software.
- Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong leadership and communication abilities.
- Attention to detail with a commitment to maintaining high standards of accuracy and compliance.
- Certification in inventory management (e.g., APICS, CILT).
- Familiarity with Lean manufacturing principles or Six Sigma methodologies.
KBI Biopharma, Inc. is an EEO/AA employer and actively seeks to diversify its work force. Therefore, all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status, are strongly encouraged to apply.
I understand that neither the completion of this application nor any other part of my consideration for employment establishes any obligation for KBI Biopharma, Inc. to hire me. If I am hired, I understand that either KBI Biopharma, Inc. or I can terminate my employment at any time and for any reason, with or without cause and without prior notice. I understand that no representative of KBI Biopharma, Inc. has the authority to make any assurance to the contrary.
I attest with my signature below that I have given to KBI Biopharma, Inc. true and complete information on this application. No requested information has been concealed. I authorize KBI Biopharma, Inc. to contact references provided for employment reference checks. If any information I have provided is untrue, or if I have concealed material information, I understand that this will constitute cause for the denial of employment or immediate dismissal.
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